They said I could bring this TSA-approved multitool on a plane – here’s how that went

I found myself missing a multitool while traveling, so I was immediately intrigued by the promise of a government-approved one.

Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS Released with Linux 6.14 + Mesa 25

Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS is the third point release to the ‘Noble Numbat’. It adds 6 months worth of updates, a new Linux kernel and updated drivers.
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GNOME 48 Reimagined: Smoother Settings, Glorious HDR, and Precision Scaling

by George Whittaker

Introduction

With the arrival of GNOME 48, the desktop experience steps into a refreshing new era, blending clarity, visual richness, and adaptability. This releas…

Distribution Release: Ubuntu 24.04.3

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Paride Legovini has announced the release of Ubuntu 24.04.3, a minor update to the project’s 24.04 LTS series which includes security fixes and updates to address bugs. “The Ubuntu team …

Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS Is Now Available for Download Powered by Linux Kernel 6.14

Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS (Noble Numbat) is now available for download powered by Linux kernel 6.14 from Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin).
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My favorite projector from Samsung doubles as a gaming hub, and it’s discounted for Labor Day

The Samsung Freestyle 2 has some (literally) game-changing features. Plus, it’s over $300 off right now.

I see the same 3 tablet charging mistakes over and over again – here’s the right to do it

A tablet is only as good as its battery, so it’s time to start taking better care of it. Here’s how.

The best 85-inch TVs you can buy in 2026: Expert recommended

Not all big-screen TVs are created equal, so I and other ZDNET experts have found the best 85-inch TVs from brands like Samsung, Sony, and more to help you create the ultimate home theater.

FOSS Weekly #25.32: AWS Fiasco, AUR Poisoned Again, Ubuntu Manual, Firefox New Tab Customization and More Linux Stuff

Do you really own a digital product? The quick answer is No.

Linux Mint 22.2 Beta Coming Soon, ISOs Enter Testing

Linux Mint 22.2 beta ISOs are being tested according to information on the distro’s internal testing server. This suggests a public beta is imminent.
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ONLYOFFICE Adds an “AI Agent” to Help You Work “Effortlessly”

Free office suite ONLYOFFICE has been updated with a new AI Agent, preinstalled plugins, and a flurry of fixes. Details on what the agent can do inside.
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gprofng-gui @ Savannah: gprofng-gui 2.1 released

We are happy to announce the release of GNU gprofng-gui, version 2.1.

This new version includes support for remote profiling.

gprofng GUI is a full-fledged graphical interface for the gprofng

profiler, which is part of the GNU binutils.

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Mesa 25.2 Open-Source Graphics Stack Officially Released, This Is What’s New

Mesa 25.2 open-source graphics stack for Linux is now available for download with numerous new features and improvements for existing graphics drivers, as well as better support for numerous video games.
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Bottles App for Running Linux Finds Funding

Bottles, the go-to app for running Windows software on Linux, just landed surprise funding — right as things looked dire.
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Why I replaced my Kindle with an iPad Mini for reading ebooks – and don’t regret it

For me, the iPad Mini is the ultimate eBook reader – outperforming the Kindle in several key ways.

Independent Distro KaOS Linux 2025.07 Is Out with KDE Plasma 6.4 and Linux 6.15

KaOS Linux 2025.07 independent distribution is now available for download with the latest KDE Plasma 6.4 desktop environment and Linux kernel 6.15. Here’s what’s new!
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NVIDIA 580.65.06 Beta Released with Better Wayland Support

For NVIDIA users, the new 580.65.06 Beta driver was released few days ago for Linux users. The new driver fixed various bugs, and introduced some new features for better Wayland and VR performance. First, it added the fifo-v1 Wayland protocol support for apps/games using Vulkan. It’s a protocol introduces first in first out surface content […]

Audacity 3.7.5 Audio Editor Introduces 32-Bit PCM Support to the FLAC Importer

Audacity 3.7.5 open-source digital audio editor and recording software is now available for download with various changes. Here’s what’s new!
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NetworkManager 1.54 Brings Support for Configuring Per-Device IPv4 Forwarding

NetworkManager 1.54 open-source network connection manager is now available for downlaoad with support for configuring per-device IPv4 forwarding and other changes. Here’s what’s new!
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NVIDIA 580 Linux Graphics Driver Enters Public Beta with Better Wayland Support

NVIDIA 580 graphics driver series is now available for public beta testing with improved Wayland support and other changes. Here’s what to expect!
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