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Linux Twitter App Corebird Just Got an Update

A new version of desktop Linux Twitter app Corebird is available to download. The update brings several key bug fixes, and various minor improvements.

7 January 2017
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Firefox Developer Edition Gets Flatpak’d

Some great news for fans of distro-agnostic app distribution: Firefox Developer Edition is now available to install as a Flatpak!

5 January 2017

Ubuntu Phone on Pause? No New Devices or OTA Updates Planned

No new Ubuntu phones are in the pipeline, and existing devices won't get major new updates. Is Ubuntu Phone dead? The answer is a little complicated…

5 January 2017
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Lumina 1.2.0 Desktop Released

Lightweight Qt-based Lumina desktop environment is kickstarting its new year in style with a brand new release. We look at what's new and improved.

4 January 2017
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$89 Pinebook Linux Laptop To Go On Sale Next Month

New details about the $89 Linux ARM laptop have emerged, including a tentative shipping date and warranty details.

4 January 2017

How to Install KDE Connect on Ubuntu 16.04 ‘Xenial Xerus’

Using KDE Connect on Ubuntu you can send files from your phone to your Ubuntu PC, see Android notifications, sync clipboard and a whole lot more.

4 January 2017

Watch This Terrifying 13ft Robot Walk, Assisted by Ubuntu

Watch the moment that Ubuntu helps this terrifying 13ft bipedal robot stomp forward, signifying a bold leap for robotics and engineering.

3 January 2017
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Ubuntu Podcast App Podbird Celebrates Birthday With New Release

Ubuntu podcast app Podbird has marked its 2nd birthday with an all-new release, adding support for queuing, artwork refresh and download manager integration.

3 January 2017
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The 6 Linux Distros We’re Most Excited For in 2017

We list the top Linux distributions to watch in 2017, from Ubuntu-based flavors through to Linux distros created from scratch — these are the ones to watch.

30 December 2016
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Does Ubuntu Need More Tux? This App Thinks So…

The Tux4Ubuntu project brings a touch of Tux to the Ubuntu desktop, with Linux mascot themes for GRUB, Plymouth, the Unity login screen, plus wallpapers and more.

30 December 2016

Make Animated Screenshot Gifs Using Gifine for Linux

Looking for an open-source animated gif tool for the Linux desktop? Check out Gifine, though be warned: it's still a little rough around the edges.

28 December 2016
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After 13 Years Handbrake Leaves Beta (Plus Other Linux App Update)

A number of Linux apps were updated over the Christmas break, including Handbrake, which hit version 1.0, Lyricfier, GNOME Recipes and music player Harmony.

27 December 2016