Testing New Linux Kernels on Ubuntu is About to Get Easier
Canonical announces a new strategy for Ubuntu development releases, now offering upstream Linux kernels for earlier testing and (hopefully) better stability. You're reading Testing New Linux Kernels on Ubuntu is About to Get Easier, a blog post from OM...
Kapitano (Linux Antivirus Scanner) Developer Abandons Ship
Kapitano, a Linux virus scanning app using ClamAV has been discontinued by its developer due to all-too-common factor in open source development: bad faith. You're reading Kapitano (Linux Antivirus Scanner) Developer Abandons Ship, a blog post from OMG...
KDE Plasma 6.5 Adds Low Printer Ink Notifications
I don't remember the last time I used a printer, let alone owned one, but I do remember printer ink running out mid-print being a major frustration. You're reading KDE Plasma 6.5 Adds Low Printer Ink Notifications, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do no...
New RVA23 RISC-V Chips are Coming Sooner than You Think
Ubuntu's pivot to the RVA23 RISC-V profile has caused concern, but new hardware is on the way - and the upcoming chips more than justify the move. You're reading New RVA23 RISC-V Chips are Coming Sooner than You Think, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do ...
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. You're reading Euphonica is a Rust-Powered MPD Client Heavy on Bling, a blog post from OMG! U...
How to Install Gemini CLI on Ubuntu
A simple guide to installing and using Google's Gemini CLI on Ubuntu, a free, open source command line way to access Gemini LLM and use it to work with local files. You're reading How to Install Gemini CLI on Ubuntu, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do no...
Thunderbird 141 Adds ‘Archive’ Notification Action + More
MZLA Technologies Corporation has released an update to open-source email client Thunderbird. Thunderbird 141 brings those using the monthly releases small set of improvements, none large enough to peel folks away from Extended Support Maintenance (ESR...
Thunderbird 141 Adds ‘Archive’ Notification Action & Fixes
Thunderbird 141 brings minor changes to the email client, including a new notification action, OpenPGP key warnings, and better Exchange login support. You're reading Thunderbird 141 Adds ‘Archive’ Notification Action & Fixes, a blog post from OMG!...
GitHub Wants the EU to Fund Open Source
GitHub is urging the EU to create a €350m fund for open source maintenance. But as Big Tech profits, should taxpayers be the ones to pay the tab? You're reading GitHub Wants the EU to Fund Open Source, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce e...
OBS Studio Snap App Gets a Major Upgrade – AI Plugins Inbound
A big update to OBS Studio Snap package is available to test, with Canonical rebasing the software on top of Core24 and switching the source code it is built from. You're reading OBS Studio Snap App Gets a Major Upgrade – AI Plugins Inbound, a blog p...
Argon ONE Up is a 14-inch Raspberry Pi Laptop Shell
Last year I reviewed the CrowView Note, a portable monitor with battery, keyboard and trackpad that makes it devilishly easy to use a Raspberry Pi as a laptop — albeit a laptop with a single-board computer sticking out the side! As much as I love (an...
Argon ONE Up Laptop Runs on a Raspberry Pi CM5
Argon ONE UP is a 14-inch laptop powered by a Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. It boasts ports, expansion ports, and 40 pin GPIO add-on. Details inside. You're reading Argon ONE Up Laptop Runs on a Raspberry Pi CM5, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not r...
KDE Plasma Adds Rounded Bottom Window Corners to Apps
KDE Plasma 6.5 will automatically round the bottom corners of Breeze-decorated windows, adding a feature that's been asked for by KDE fans for years. You're reading KDE Plasma Adds Rounded Bottom Window Corners to Apps, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do...
