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FOSS Weekly #25.36: Ubuntu 25.10 Features, Top Command, Firefox Survives, Sudo Tips and More

Close shave for our beloved Mozilla Firefox.

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GNOME 49 Reenables X11 Session Support in GDM

GNOME 49 re-enables X11 session support in GDM after it broke the ability to launch other desktop environments. It plans full removal in GNOME 50.
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Amin Bandali: Prot Asks me about EmacsConf, Debian, GNU, Internet Archive, and Canada

Earlier today I joined Prot for an episode of his Prot Asks series,
where he talks to folks about Emacs and life in general. We talked
about free software, free knowledge, the importance of community and
the commons, and life in Canada.
See the epis…

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Linux Mint 22.2 is Now Available to Download

Linux Mint 22.2 ‘Zara’ is now available to download, and upgrades from earlier releases enabled. A host of refinements are on offer in this new stable release: improved visuals, the ability to authenticate commands with a fingerprint, and q…

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This handy Apple Intelligence feature saves me over $200 a year

Sometimes the simplest features are the best.

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FSF Blogs: FSF40 photo contest voting

What does free software look like in action?

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OpenAI is hiring ‘AI-pilled’ academics to build a scientific discovery accelerator

Here’s what we know about OpenAI’s proposed science platform and GPT-5’s role in it.

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Finally, the official Instagram app for iPad has arrived – here’s what’s new

The new version for iPadOS is optimized for the tablet, and Meta says an Android version will be coming soon.

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How to decide between Linux and MacOS – if you’re ready to ditch Windows

I’ve used both Linux and MacOS for years. But if you have to decide between them, ask yourself these seven simple questions.

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Your Android phone just got a big Bluetooth upgrade for free – what’s new

Auracast is coming to more phones, including Pixel and Samsung devices. Check here to see if your model is supported.

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Your Android phone just got 3 useful upgrades for free (Samsung models included)

Google’s September update for Android phones brings an upgraded Emoji Kitchen, a revamped Quick Share, and more.

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Ready to ditch Windows 10? I debunked 7 Linux myths so you can switch with confidence

No, Linux isn’t ugly. Let’s bust this and several other myths that might keep you from adopting it as a Windows 10 replacement.

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Warp (AI Coding Tool) Adds New ‘Prompt to Production’ Features

Warp, the Agentic Development Environment, for Windows, macOS and Linux has launched a suite of new features to improve prompt-based coding.
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GIMP 3.1.4 Released! Link Layers, Vector Layers & MyPaint Brushes 2

GIMP 3.1.4, the second development release for next major 3.2, was released few days ago! The new release of this popular image editor introduced some exciting new features, including link layers, vector layers, MyPaint brushes version 2, and more. First, by using File -> Open as Link Layer… or press Ctrl+Alt+Shift+O on keyboard, user can […]

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New to Linux? 5 desktop environments I recommend you try first – and why

Choosing the right desktop environment can make or break your Linux experience. Here’s the best options for new users.

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My 5 simple tricks to extend iPhone battery life when traveling (including older models)

Preventing your iPhone from running out of juice when you’re on the go all day is a challenge. Here’s what I do to keep mine powered on.

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Google’s NotebookLM now lets you customize your AI podcasts in tone and length

The viral tool’s newest feature converts your information into more digestible podcasts, a productivity game-changer.

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This is my new favorite way to run Windows apps on my Linux PC – how it works

Winboat is still in beta and tricky to set up, but it’s seriously impressive.

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I lived with this 25-inch Android tablet for a week – and it went surprisingly well

If you’re looking for a big-screen tablet, KTC’s 25-inch model offers plenty of entertainment at an acceptable price.

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I’m ditching passwords for passkeys for one reason – and it’s not what you think

Passkeys promise to replace passwords. The reality is far more confusing. But you should move to them anyway. Here’s why,

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