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
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Gradio 5.0 Released with Background Play, Improves Station Discovery

An new release of Linux radio app Gradio is now available to download, and from reading its change-log it sounds like an update that’s worth tuning in for. If you haven’t heard about the app before, you’re […]

27 December 2016

Essential Guide: 21 Must-Have Apps for Ubuntu Users

My list of the best Ubuntu apps showcases top Linux software, tools and utilities that will enhance your productivity and make your system more fun to use.

26 December 2016

Merry Christmas To All Our Readers

As I write this it’s still December 24. Thus, you don’t need me to tell you that it’s Christmas (and if you do: invest in a coffee maker, cos you really need to smell some!). Yup, tomorrow […]

24 December 2016
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Steam’s Winter Sale arrives with deals on Linux games

The Steam Winter sale 2016 is now live with plenty go gaming discounts, deals and price drops. In this post we share some of our favourite deals now the sale has started.

22 December 2016
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How to Install the Latest OpenShot Release on Ubuntu

Yesterday saw an all-new release of popular open-source video editor OpenShot, which touts support for 4K video editing, performance improvements of up to 10x the previous release, and some natty new title templates. Keen to try […]

22 December 2016