How To Get Nifty Screenshot Tool ‘Screencloud’ Running on Ubuntu 16.04

Screencloud is a great screenshot tool for the Linux desktop, but it's not available for Ubuntu 16.04 LTS. In this post we show you how to force install it.

6 June 2016

There’s Now An Official Arc Icon Theme for Linux

Arc is one of the most popular themes for Linux desktops and it's finally getting an official icon theme to accompany it.

5 June 2016

How To Disable Desktop Notifications on Ubuntu

The Unity 7 desktop in Ubuntu does not come with a ‘do not disturb’ feature by default. Ubuntu desktop notification can keep you notified of many things, from a track change in Rhythmbox to new […]

5 June 2016

How to Install Arc GTK Theme on Ubuntu

We show you how to install the latest version of the popular Arc GTK theme on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS.

5 June 2016

9 Useful Nautilus Keyboard Shortcuts [Ubuntu Tips]

Nautilus is the default Ubuntu file manager for good reason: it is feature-filled and easy-to-use — but do you know how to navigate it like a ninja using the keyboard?

5 June 2016
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With Wireless Convergence on the PRO 5, Ubuntu Phone Levels Up

Ubuntu OTA-11 brings wireless display support to the Meizu PRO 5 Ubuntu phone. But how well does it work? We go hands on.

2 June 2016

This New Website Makes It Easy To Learn Linux

Want to learn about Linux? Check out this great new website. It offers bitesized lessons on how Linux works, from command line to kernel.

2 June 2016

Instagram Just Killed the Instagram Scope for Ubuntu Phone

The Instagram Scope for Ubuntu Touch will stop working from May 31. This is the date Instagram retires access to its feed-reading APIs.

1 June 2016

Your Complete Guide to Ubuntu Touch OTA-11

Ubuntu OTA-11 is the latest update to Ubuntu on phones and tablets, and it brings some BIG new features. We recap everything you need to know.

1 June 2016
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Snaps Can Now Integrate With Unity 7 Desktop Features

A number of welcome desktop integration features arrive in the latest ‘micro release’ of Snappy. Snapd 2.0.5 enables software packaged in the new format to display indicator applets in the system tray and deliver native system notifications. Improved support […]

31 May 2016

Meizu Pro 5 Ubuntu Phone Unboxing [Video]

It hasn't been the easiest Ubuntu phone to get ahold of, but the Meizu PRO 5 Ubuntu Edition handset has finally started shipping.

30 May 2016

How To Install the Latest Plasma Desktop on Kubuntu 16.04

I'll keep it short and sweet: Plasma 5.6.4 is now available for Kubuntu 16.04 LTS though the Kubuntu Backports PPA.

30 May 2016

Pmxkcd Is a Simple XKCD Comic Viewer for the Linux Desktop

Are you a fan of xkcd, the popular webcomic created by American cartoonist Randall Munroe? If so, check out this neat new app.

29 May 2016

Min Is a Minimal, Open-Source Web Browser for Linux

Min is a new open-source web browser for Windows, Mac and Linux. It is lightweight, with a minimal design and integrated DuckDuckGo features.

27 May 2016

Meet ‘Pick’, a Simple Color Picker Tool for the Linux Desktop

If you’re on the hunt for a quick and easy way to ‘pick a color’ from your screen give the aptly named ‘Pick’ a try.  Small, compact and totally open-source, Pick lets you zoom in on […]

27 May 2016

Want the New Look Twitter on Ubuntu Phone? Try This Web App

The new Twitter mobile design is now available to Ubuntu Phone users — but not through the official Canonical web app. Here's how you get it.

26 May 2016
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GNOME Calendar Makes Rescheduling Events Easier

You will finally be able to drag and drop events in GNOME Calendar in its next major release, the app's maintainer Georges Stavracas says.

26 May 2016
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Shotwell Photo Manager Updated, Here’s How To Install It on 16.04

It's been over a year since open-source photo manager Shotwell last got an update. The company who made it is no more, but the app is going from strength to strength.

26 May 2016