Linux kernel 6.5 update hits Ubuntu 22.04 LTS ⚡️ https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2024/01/ubuntu-2204-linux-6-5-kernel-update
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Astra Monitor is the ULTIMATE system monitor for GNOME Shell --> https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2024/01/powerful-system-monitor-gnome-shell-extension
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Want to benefit from the latest Intel GPU tech on Ubuntu, but don't want to build drivers from source? Canonical and Intel have teamed up to make it easier. https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2024/12/ubuntu-intel-battlemage-gpu-driver-preview
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Ubuntu Users Get Easier Access to Cutting-Edge Intel Drivers
Canonical and Intel have announced they're making it easier for Ubuntu users to get cutting-edge drivers for Intel's newest discrete GPUs. The effort
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Linux 6.16 improves OpenVPN speeds, expands 5-level paging, and delivers a 'stupendous' Ext4 performance boost - and a fair bit more. Highlights (and what some of these changes actually mean) in the link.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/linux-6-16-released-openvpn-speed-boost-5-level-paging
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/linux-6-16-released-openvpn-speed-boost-5-level-paging
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Linux 6.16 Released with OpenVPN Speed Boost, 5-Level Paging + More
Linux 6.16 improves OpenVPN speeds, expands 5-level paging, and delivers a 'stupendous' Ext4 performance boost - and a fair bit more. Highlights inside.
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This Linux music player looks as good as your collection sounds. https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/euphonica-linux-mpd-music-player
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Euphonica is a Rust-Powered MPD Client Heavy on Bling
Euphonica is a new Rust-based MPD frontend for Linux desktops, with 'bling' as a key feature. I showcase its design, features, and current development status.
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A cute desktop embellishment - and one that will help those who like to make their Linux desktop look like macOS! 🤭
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/picture-desktop-widget-gnome-shell-extension
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/picture-desktop-widget-gnome-shell-extension
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GNOME Shell Gets a Proper Desktop Photo Widget (Finally)
A customisable photo widget for your GNOME desktop that shows images from any folder you like. Resizable and moveable, it adds personalised flourish.
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Using Ubuntu with disk encryption? The upcoming release makes a number of major improvements to the experience
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/ubuntu-25-10-tpm-disk-encryption
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/ubuntu-25-10-tpm-disk-encryption
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Ubuntu 25.10 Offers Improved Disk Encryption Using TPM
Ubuntu 25.10 improves experimental TPM-backed full-disk encryption, which ties security to hardware integrity. New options and checks will be in place.
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Skip reaching for your phone next time you need a 2FA code, as Proton has just released a free, open-source 2FA app with cross-device sync. It works on all major OSes, including Ubuntu.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/proton-authenticator-2fa-app-linux-desktop
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/07/proton-authenticator-2fa-app-linux-desktop
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Proton’s New 2FA Authenticator App Supports Ubuntu
Proton launches a free, open-source 2FA app with cross-device sync. It works on all major OSes, including Ubuntu, as a privacy-focused alternative to Google Authenticator.
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Firefox users report high CPU and memory usage in the latest release, caused by browser's on-device AI inferencing for its 'smart tab grouping' feature.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/firefox-high-cpu-usage-inference-disable
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/firefox-high-cpu-usage-inference-disable
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Updated: Mozilla Slammed Over Battery-Draining “Garbage” AI in Firefox
Firefox's new AI tab groups is causing high CPU usage and battery drain. Find out why users are complaining and how to disable the feature.
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Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara" adds fingerprint login, improved theming, more Wayland tweaks, updated apps and more. If you fancy testing it before release, now you can: the beta just dropped!
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/linux-mint-22-2-beta-whats-new
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/linux-mint-22-2-beta-whats-new
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Linux Mint 22.2 Beta Released, This is What’s New
Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara" beta brings fingerprint login, improved theming, new Hypnotix viewing modes, and a fair bit more – do you fancy testing it?
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Firefox 142 lets US users curate stores on the new tab stories by topic and lets web extensions use local AI models, among other changes. Highlights inside.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/firefox-142-browser-update-new-features
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/firefox-142-browser-update-new-features
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Firefox 142 Adds New Tab Topics, Local AI in Extensions + More
Firefox 142 lets US users curate stores on the new tab stories by topic and lets web extensions use local AI models, among other changes. Highlights inside.
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A new desktop app for seaching, installing, and managing Flatpak apps on Linux.
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/bazaar-new-flatpak-app-store-gnome-linux?v2
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/bazaar-new-flatpak-app-store-gnome-linux?v2
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Bazaar is a Slick New Desktop Flathub Frontend
Bazaar is a new multi-threaded Flatpak app for installing other Flatpak apps. It can handle multiple operations, curated apps, and integrated desktop search.
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