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Graphics app Pinta gets 53 bug fixes and a new text tool

The developers behind Paint.NET inspired graphics application 'Pinta' have pushed out a new bug-fix release.

11 January 2011
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Ubuntu developers talk Unity – and why it’s going to rock in Natty [Video]

Ubuntu community manager Jono Bacon discuss Unity, the new desktop environment for Ubuntu with David Barth, one of the key developers behind the interface on everyone’s lips. The 20 minute video gives Unity fans an […]

11 January 2011
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Elementary OS ‘Jupiter’ now available to pre-order

The first release of elementary OS – a new Ubuntu-based operating from the elementary-project – has been made available for pre-order ahead of its March release date.

11 January 2011
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Shotwell 0.8.1 adds 3GP video support, bug fixes

A new update to photo management application 'Shotwell' has landed - but what's new and what's improved?

11 January 2011
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Samsung’s Nexus S gets Ubuntu-fied

Another cell phone has fallen under the charms of Ubuntu’s versatility: this time the Samsung’s Nexus S.

10 January 2011
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News – Scrolling RSS ticker for your desktop

Stay up-to-date with the latest news from your favourite feeds directly on your desktop with News - an Open Source RSS ticker.

10 January 2011
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This Ubuntu theme idea is OTT but ace

The following theme mock-up by ~RustedThorn may be a tad indulgent on the branding scales (and closing an application via a menu everytime would get real annoying real fast) but you know what? I really don't care. It looks beautiful.

10 January 2011
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Tips for Ubuntu 11.04 testers

So you're playing around with Ubuntu 11.04 Alpha and, well, things are going a bit awry. Here are a few useful tips harvested from AskUbuntu that may save you a headache or two...

10 January 2011
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Create a minimialist ‘Wingpanel’ using AWN [Video]

Minimalistic desktop panel app 'Wingpanel' looks good but remains far too unstable for everyday use. In the meantime it's easy to 'recreate' the look of a side-bound mini-panel using other applications.

9 January 2011
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How to make your favourite GTK+ theme ‘borderless’

We've fallen in love with 'Borderless' Metacity theme mods of late - the elementary example we feature was particularly striking. Rather than wait for your favourite theme maker to add a borderless-variant for you to install why not do it yourself? OMG! Ubuntu! reader zach4618 sent in a super easy guide on how to 'mod' a theme yourself.

9 January 2011
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Bodhi Linux hits Beta, tries to resolve theme issues

You can't please everyone, as Bodhi Linux has found out....

9 January 2011
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Ubuntu 11.04 Countdown widget for Android

Okay, we all know that Natty isn't going t opop out preamturely but for those of us willing to keep one eye on the prize the following Android homescreen widget is sure to be a must-have.

9 January 2011