Topic: App Updates

Reporting on the latest Linux software releases, app updates and command-line tooling – new features, performance improvements and critical bug fixes for scores of popular Linux applications you can run on Ubuntu.

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Firefox 93 Released with AVIF Support, Insecure Download Protection

Firefox 93 adds support for AVIF image files, makes PDF form filling more robust, and protects against insecure downloads. More details? Find 'em inside.

4 October 2021
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Updated: gThumb 3.12 Released with HEIF/HEIC, AVIF & JXL Image Support

The Thumb 3.12 release is here and it's full of improvements, including native support for the HEIF and AVIF image formats, as well as Apple's HEIC.

19 September 2021
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Spotify Linux Client (Finally) Fixes an Annoying Bug

It's a bug that has irritated me for the past 12 months but, at last, Spotify devs have fixed it in the latest update to the official Spotify Linux client.

17 September 2021
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Firefox 92 Released with Only Minor Changes

Mozilla Firefox 92 is now available to download. The latest release of the popular open-source web browser is a modest one, containing only minor changes. Among the improvements the resurgent web browser gains are more […]

7 September 2021
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OpenShot Video Editor Just Got a HUGE Update

A new version of OpenShot video editor is available to download. We checkout the new features and video effects, and show you how to install it on Ubuntu.

26 August 2021
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LibreOffice 7.2 Released with Big Performance Improvements

We look at LibreOffice 7.2, the latest release of this free open source office suite. Microsoft Office compatibility is better, plus cool new features.

19 August 2021
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Linux Release Roundup: Cozy, Polychromatic, and Latte Dock

What do a GTK audiobook app, a classy desktop dock, and a RGB peripheral control tool have in common? They have all had new releases recently.

14 August 2021
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Thunderbird Email Client Gets a Massive Update

Thunderbird 91 is out with substantial improvements to the way this open source email client feels and functions. Want to take a closer look? Read on!

12 August 2021

How to Install Shutter on Ubuntu from an Official PPA

The Shutter screenshot tool is under active development again so the official Shutter PPA has been revived to make it easy to install Shutter on Ubuntu.

11 August 2021
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Firefox 91 is Out with Improved Cookie Management

Another month another Firefox update to enjoy. In this post we recap the what's new in Firefox 90, and tell you how you can get the update on your system.

10 August 2021
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Firefox 90 Available to Download, This is What’s New

A new month means a new version of Firefox to download and enjoy. In this post we look at the various Firefox 90 changes – but spoiler: there aren't many!

12 July 2021
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OnlyOffice 6.3 Released, This is What’s New

Open source office suite ONLYOFFICE (that's how it's styled, not me shouting) has been updated. In this post we detail what's new and where to download it.

29 June 2021
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Vivaldi 4.0 Adds a Privacy-Friendly Translation Feature

Vivaldi 4.0 has a new language translation feature similar to Google Translate, but with privacy protections baked in. Plus, Vivaldi Mail client hits beta.

9 June 2021
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Major Update: Firefox 89 Arrives with a Controversial New Look

Firefox 89 is out and it's a big one. This update to the famed FOSS web browser has a new look and improves private browsing. More details inside.

1 June 2021

Major Update: Inkscape 1.1 Released with Scores of New Features

Inkscape 1.1 is out, and it's full of new features and other improvements. We run-through what's new and show you how to install Inkscape 1.1 on Ubuntu.

25 May 2021

Sublime Text 4 Released with Huge Set of Improvements

Sublime Text 4 is out. This update to the famous code editor adds major new features. We recap what's new, and show you how to install it on Ubuntu.

24 May 2021
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Linux Release Roundup: elementary OS, Zorin OS, Kdenlive + More

Zorin OS 16 beta, desktop Twitter app Cawbird, and a effect-laden update to the best open source video editor around — it's our latest Linux roundup!

5 May 2021
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Microsoft Edge for Linux is Now in Beta

The Microsoft Edge for Linux beta is now available to download. Until now Linux fans of the Chromium-based browser have needed to use a developer preview.

4 May 2021