arc menu - an applications menu for GNOME Shell

Arc is a New Applications Menu for GNOME Shell

Arc is a new applications menu for GNOME Shell. It replaces the 'Activities' button with a simple, two-panel app menu and search box.

23 May 2017
vectr snap app

Vectr Graphics App Lands in Ubuntu Software Store

In need of a capable graphics editor on your Ubuntu box? If so, check out Vectr, a free app now available from Ubuntu Software. Vectr is a free, online vector graphics editor available on Windows, macOS, Linux and […]

23 May 2017
latte dock

An Unofficial Latte Dock PPA Appears in the Wild

An unofficial Latte Dock PPA finally provides Ubuntu users with an easy way to install Latte Dock and run it on the Plasma desktop.

22 May 2017
GNOME Layout Manager

GNOME Layout Manager Makes it Easier to Get the Look of Other OSs

Remember that neat GNOME Layout Manager script we sang the praises of a few short weeks back? Well, it’s now even better. Unity fans will be pleased to hear of improvements to the Unity 8 layout. The […]

22 May 2017

Indicator KDE Connect 0.9.0 Lets You Send Files to Multiple Android Devices

The latest version of Indicator KDE Connect lets you send files to multiple Android devices, delete or sync your Google Contacts, and more.

22 May 2017

How To Cast Video from Ubuntu to a Chromecast

You can now cast local video to Chromecast from the Ubuntu desktop using Mkchromecast, an open-source Chromecast app for Linux and macOS.

21 May 2017

This Extension Splits GNOME Status Menu into Individual Indicators

The all-in-one GNOME system status menu introduced in GNOME 3.10 helps save room on the top-bar — but this compact control panel does not suit everyone’s needs. GNOME decided to bundle a bunch of state area settings into one dedicated menu to […]

20 May 2017
openshot 2.0 on ubuntu

OpenShot 2.3.3 Released, Claims to Solve “Serious Stability Issues”

A new version of OpenShot, an open-source non-linear video editor, is available to download. OpenShot 2.3.3 addresses 'serious stability issues'.

19 May 2017

Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III Is Coming to Linux Next month

A Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III Linux release is happening in June, and Linux users will be able to play online multiplayer with macOS users.

19 May 2017
plank desktop dock

How to Add Folders to Plank, the Popular Linux Dock

It's easy to add folders to Plank, the popular Linux desktop dock app. Just drag and drop a folder full of files, photos or app shortcuts to the dock.

19 May 2017
Conky Harmatten

Conky Harmattan Adds an Interactive Setup Tool

Conky Harmattan, a beautiful, informative Conky theme for the Linux desktop, is now a bit easier to use thanks to an interactive CLI tool.

18 May 2017
mesa graphics ubuntu

MESA 17.1 Is Now Available for Ubuntu 16.04 LTS

Ubuntu users can upgrade to MESA 17.1 on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS and 17.04 on their systems thanks to a new update in the Ubuntu X Swat PPA.

18 May 2017
firefox photon linux design

This is What the Firefox Photon Redesign Looks like on Linux

We finally have our first glimpse of what the Firefox "Photon" redesign will look like on Linux, and it may even support CSD.

18 May 2017
ambiance theme

How to Install The New & Improved Ambiance Theme on Ubuntu

As we mentioned last week, Ubuntu has improved the look of Ubuntu’s default themes when used in GNOME Shell New updated versions of the Ambiance and Radiance GTK themes will feature in Ubuntu 17.10. But you don’t have to wait until October to […]

18 May 2017
humble bundle owlboy

Humble Indie Bundle 18 Arrives, and All Games Support Linux

You're gonna need your wallet, a gamepad, and some long evenings because the Humble Indie Bundle 18 has arrived — and it's loaded with Linux games.

17 May 2017
focusli sound extension for GNOME

‘Focusli’ is a Nature Sounds GNOME Shell Extension

Focusli is a GNOME extension that lets you play and layer nature sounds in the background, which may help you study better and relax.

17 May 2017
ubuntu desktop 17.10 survey

The Ubuntu Desktop Team Wants YOUR Feedback

The Ubuntu Desktop team is tasked with transitioning Ubuntu desktop over from Unity to GNOME — and they need your feedback to help them do it.

16 May 2017
ubuntu 17.10 development

Ubuntu Desktop Team Discuss Their Plans for GNOME in Ubuntu 17.10

Many are wondering what to expect from Ubuntu 17.10 when it's released later this year, so we caught up with the Ubuntu Desktop Team to find out.

16 May 2017