Section: News

Fund Your Apps Purism Librem 5

Purism’s ‘Fund Your App’ Campaign Lets You Vote for Apps You Want on the Librem 5

Is there a mobile app or service you really want to use on the upcoming Librem 5? If so, you now have the chance to make it a reality! Purism today launches its new “Fund […]

8 October 2020
GNOME 3.38 app grid

GNOME 3.38 Point Release Arrives with Fixes Galore

The first GNOME 3.38 point release is available to download. This update includes bug fixes for core desktop components like Mutter, and apps like Nautilus.

8 October 2020
screenshot of GIMP 2.10.22 on ubuntu

Download Now: GIMP 2.10.22 Released with Major File Format Improvements

A new version of GIMP is available for download. GIMP 2.10.22 is described as a “bug fix release” but includes a number of notable new features too, not least of which is support for opening […]

7 October 2020
Ubuntu 20.04 upgrade prompt

Ubuntu 18.04 Users Can Upgrade to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Yes, Finally)

If you’re on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS and you’ve been waiting for the prompt that lets you upgrade to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS you can relax: it’s rolling out Confused? I imagine a lot of people reading […]

7 October 2020
ubuntu theming

Automatic Theme Installation for Snap Apps is Shaping Up Nicely [Video]

One of the biggest downsides to using Snap apps on an Ubuntu desktop that’s heavily customised is the old ‘sore thumb’ issue. Not sure what I mean? You download, install, and enable a flashy new […]

5 October 2020
Ubuntu 20.10 wallpaper

First Look: Ubuntu 20.10 Wallpaper Revealed – But is it Groovy Enough?

Here's your first look at the new Ubuntu 20.10 wallpaper. This release is called 'Groovy Gorilla' so the new background includes one, but is it groovy?

5 October 2020
Download Now

Ubuntu 20.10 Beta is Now Available to Download

The Ubuntu 20.10 beta build is now available to download. This release gives users the chance to go hands on with planned changes, including GNOME 3.38.

2 October 2020
Linux Mint Sticky Notes

Linux Mint is Working on a New Sticky Notes App

Linux Mint is working on a new sticky notes app. It lets users put Post It style notes on their desktop to show reminders, to-dos, and other tasks or notes.

1 October 2020

Linux Marketshare for September 2020 Is …Shall We Talk About Something Else?

Linux marketshare for September 2020 fell dramatically on that of August, according to NetMarketShare who've just published their latest tracking stats.

1 October 2020
Librem AweSIM Cellular Service

Purism Launch a $99/m Mobile Plan for Privacy Conscious Users

The Librem AweSIM is a $99/m unlimited mobile plan from Purism, makers of the Librem 5 Linux phone. The AweSIM plans is available to American customers.

1 October 2020
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Hero

Lenovo’s Lightest ThinkPad is Available with Ubuntu Preinstalled

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano its the company's lightest ThinkPad to date, but I'm more impressed by the fact it's available to buy with Ubuntu.

29 September 2020

Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition Gets 11th-Gen Intel Refresh, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

Dell XPS 13 Developer Edition has been refreshed with the latest 11th Gen Intel processors, Iris Xe graphics, faster RAM options, and Thunderbolt 4 ports.

28 September 2020