Encrypt Files on Linux with Hideout and Skip the Terminal

This minimalist GTK app puts GPG‑powered file encryption behind a drag‑and‑drop interface that even a Linux newbie can use on the first try.
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Encrypt Files on Linux with Hideout and Skip the Terminal

This minimalist GTK app puts GPG‑powered file encryption behind a drag‑and‑drop interface that even a Linux newbie can use on the first try.
The post Encrypt Files on Linux with Hideout and Skip the Terminal appeared first on FOSS Force.

Half of all US employees use AI at work now – and waste almost 8 hours a week doing it

Companies on the front lines of AI adoption are also hiring and laying off more employees on average than those that aren’t, Gallup found.

time @ Savannah: time-1.10 released [stable]

This is to announce time-1.10, a stable release.

The ‘time’ command runs another program, then displays information about
the resources used by that program.

There have been 79 commits by 5 people in the 422 weeks since 1.9.

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This simple email trick saves me from annoying marketing spam (and it’s free to do)

There’s an easy way to curb ads and marketing emails in your inbox you’ve probably never thought of.

I’ve been subscribed to a data removal service a month now – what I wish I knew sooner

Data removal services automate the removal of your information from the web, but their biggest benefit lies elsewhere.

I love Sony’s new Bluetooth turntable, so why do I feel so conflicted using it

Sony’s latest turntable is an easy-to-setup upgrade with impressive sound, but a few concerns hold it back.

Distribution Release: Raspberry Pi OS 2026-04-13

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Simon Long has announced the release of a new security update of Raspberry Pi OS, a Debian-based Linux distribution designed for the popular Raspberry Pi single-board computers. The new …

The latest Google Home update brings Gemini fixes that I’m actually excited to try again

Google Home’s latest update should make your Gemini experience more reliable. Look for these other improvements and bug fixes as well.

Is your Pixel battery draining faster lately? These 4 temporary fixes helped me

These tweaks don’t specifically target issues from the March Pixel Drop, but they can help extend your phone’s battery life until there’s a fix.

You can use Linux 7.0 on these 7 distros today – here’s what to expect

The latest Linux kernel boasts full Rust support and a greatly improved scheduler to speed up your work and your games.

Chrome’s new ‘Skills’ update lets you save AI prompts now – for one-click reuse

Google is launching the feature with a library of Skills for common tasks and everyday topics. Here’s how it all works.

How I share audio from my Android phone to multiple earbuds (and why it’s a big deal)

Android’s Audio sharing lets two people listen on separate earbuds – so long as your devices support it.

Opera GX for Linux arrives on Flathub & Snap store

Installing Opera GX on Linux is now easier, with official packages available on the Canonical Snap Store and Flathub. Opera GX made its debut Linux release in March 2026, with the gaming-centric web browser porting over many of the novel features that …

How to use Google Messages’ new Trash feature to recover texts you accidentally deleted

Here’s why I treasure Google Messages’ new Trash – and how it works.

OpenClaw in 2026: What It Is, Who’s Using It, and Whether Your Business Should Adopt It

by George Whittaker

“probably the single most important release of software, probably ever.”
— Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA

Wow! That’s a bold statement from one of the most influent…

I ran the 20-minute Apple Watch calibration test – and my data got more accurate

Want more accurate, personalized health data during your exercises? Here’s how to calibrate your Apple Watch.

I tested every ‘allergy-friendly’ smart home gadget – these 6 actually keep the pollen out

Here’s how my smart home became my best defense against brutal spring allergies – and pollen.

Apple’s foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me – and it’s not the hardware

Multitasking on iPhones is currently limited. That will need to change for Apple’s most ambitious device yet to succeed.

Tributary is a GTK4 reimagining of Rhythmbox music player

Ever wondered what a GTK4/libadwaita version of Linux music player Rhythmbox might look like? A new app in development imagines just that. Tributary is billed a “high-performance, Rhythmbox-style media manager written in pure Rust with GTK4 and l…