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Polychromatic Works With New Razer Linux Drivers, Even More Devices

Last month we wrote about a desktop app that let you configure Razer keyboards on Linux. It’s called Polychromatic. Our article appeared at a time of transition for the app as it was in the middle of switching away […]

21 September 2016

You Can’t Install Linux on a Microsoft Signature Edition Laptop (Updated)

It seems that Microsoft Signature Edition PCs prevent you from installing Linux, with a Lenovo rep saying this is "per our agreement with Microsoft".

21 September 2016

Simple Weather Indicator for Ubuntu Now Has Its Own PPA

A new version of the 'no frills' weather indicator that I use on my Ubuntu desktop is available to download — and it finally has a PPA.

21 September 2016

Firefox 49 Released, This Is What’s New

Mozilla has released Firefox 49 for Windows, Mac and Linux. The latest update to the popular open-source web browser introduces a range of (always) welcome improvements. Among them, Firefox 49 ships with native support for the Widevine CDM on Linux. This enables you to […]

20 September 2016

Yikes — 92% Of You Say You Use 64-bit Ubuntu

92% of omgubuntu.co.uk readers say they use a 64-bit version of Ubuntu as their primary OS, with just 7% relying on an Ubuntu 32-bit install.

20 September 2016
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Flowblade 1.8 Released, Supports Keyboard Trimming, Clip Snapping

The open-source video editor Flowblade has a new release available for download.  Flowblade 1.8 arrives with a batch of key improvements, including the ability to trim clips using the arrow keys on your keyboard. This way of […]

20 September 2016
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You’re Invited to the UK GNOME Release Party This Friday

Are you in the UK? Within reasonable reach of Manchester? And a fan of the GNOME desktop? You're invited to the UK GNOME Release Party taking place this Friday…

19 September 2016

5 Best New Features in Ubuntu Touch OTA-13

See what's new in Ubuntu OTA-13, the latest update to the Ubuntu touch operating system for phones and tablets.

19 September 2016

Media Player Indicator – Slick Sound Menu Applet for GNOME Shell

Are you looking for a GNOME music player extension that offers player controls, ratings progress bar and more?

18 September 2016

GNOME Games Levels Up With Gamepad, Fullscreen & PlayStation Support

Despite being an avid retro gamer I've never used the GNOME Games app — and I've really been missing out.

18 September 2016
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Remember The Milk Now Has an Official Linux App

Remember The Milk, a popular web-based to-do and task management service, has introduced an official desktop Linux app to its herd of official clients.

18 September 2016

Heavy Discounts On Aspyr Media’s Linux Games, Including Borderlands 2

Aspire Media are celebrating their 20th birthday with a sale — which is my kind of celebration!

16 September 2016