Bazaar is a Slick New Desktop Flathub Frontend

GNOME Software, Linux Mint’s Software Manager, and indie app Warehouse — a few of the desktop frontends available for finding and installing Flatpak apps from Flathub. Bazaar is the latest to join the fray. “A new app store for GNOME with a…

RingReaper Malware Poses Danger to Linux Systems

A new kind of malware exploits modern Linux kernels for I/O operations.

1.1M insurance customers were exposed in a data breach – here’s what to know

Farmers Insurance is advising affected customers to “remain vigilant.”

FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, August 29, starting at 12:00 EDT (16:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, August 29 from 12:00 to 15:00 EDT (16:00 to 19:00 UTC) to help improve the Free Software Directory.

FSF Events: Community meetup in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States

Source: Planet GNU

If these iPhone 17 Air rumors are real, my old phone is about to be retired

Here is every credible rumor about the upcoming iPhone 17 Air, including its design, cameras, specs, and more.

Amazon is selling an 85-inch Samsung QLED TV for $1,600 off right now – how the deal works

The Samsung QN80F is a high-endTV featuring object-tracking sound and a 120Hz refresh rate – and it’s nearly 50% off ahead of Labor Day.

This new Pixel 10 battery feature is stirring up controversy – here’s why

Battery Health Assistance is designed to prolong your phone’s battery, but it comes at a cost.

Parallels Desktop 26 Update Improves Ubuntu VMs on macOS

Parallels Desktop 26 has been released for macOS, a sizeable update expanding the versatility of the paid-for, proprietary virtualisation software. As you’d expect (since I’m covering the update on an Ubuntu blog), the new update includes a…

Gartner says add AI agents ASAP – or else. Oh, and they’re also overhyped

Gartner contradicts its own messaging on AI agents, so what’s a company to do? For one thing, don’t be pressured into risky, rash decisions by crazy talk.

Gartner says add AI agents ASAP – or else. Oh, and they’re also overhyped

Gartner contradicts its own messaging on AI agents, so what’s a company to do? For one thing, don’t be pressured into risky, rash decisions by crazy talk.

A $159 Chromebook was my only computer for a week – how it changed my mind about cheap laptops

The Asus CX15 is a great budget choice for students, kids, or anyone needing a simple device for everyday tasks – with a Full HD display and fast-charging battery.

Why I recommend this $159 Chromebook to students on a budget (but it’s just as good in the office)

The Asus CX15 is a solid pick for students, kids, or anyone looking for an inexpensive device to handle everyday tasks, with a FHD display and fast-charging battery.

These $20 earbuds have no business sounding this good for the price – and I’m an audiophile

If you’ve ever wondered how well noise-canceling works on earbuds, this pair makes it more than obvious.

That post-grad software job might be harder to get, thanks to AI

New research shows the AI revolution is impacting younger workers more than older ones – but all hope is not lost.

The base model Kindle is the e-reader most people should buy (and it’s under $100 right now)

The base model Kindle is the most effective and value-packed out of the lineup for a few reasons. Ahead of Labor Day Weekend, the e-reader is on sale for under $100.

The one-click Linux app I use for instant online anonymity

If you want anonymity and security on Linux, you should consider using the Tor network, and this simple app makes that easy.

Google can translate your voice in real time now – try it free

The app also has a new gamified feature aiming to compete with Duolingo.

Containers in 2025: Docker vs. Podman for Modern Developers

by George Whittaker

Introduction

Container technology has matured rapidly, but in 2025, two tools still dominate conversations in developer communities: Docker and Podman. Both tools …

My top 5 free AI tools for school – and how they can help supercharge your learning

Need some extra study support for the beginning of the semester? These are my favorite AI apps for the job.