Dolby Vision 2 has arrived, but you don’t have to replace your TV for a new one yet

The new format introduces two big upgrades and fixes one major complaint.

Gedit Would Like It If You Contribute Some Spare Change

One of the kindest and gentlest appeals for a donation we’ve ever seen. It’s almost shy, actually.
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NVIDIA 580.82.07 Supports NVIDIA Smooth Motion on GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs

NVIDIA 580.82.07 graphics driver for Linux is now available for download with NVIDIA Smooth Motion support on GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs and bug fixes.
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Why you should delete your browser extensions right now – or do this to stay safe

You have options, but the truth is, trusting browser extensions is getting harder.

How DevOps Teams Are Redefining Reliability with NixOS and OSTree-Powered Linux

by George Whittaker

This article explores how modern DevOps teams are redefining stability and reproducibility in production environments by embracing truly unchangeable operating syst…

This one small feature makes this travel charger my favorite for business trips

Ugreen’s Nexode 65W charger has two ports and a retractable USB-C cable, yet it still delivers 65W of power.

I asked AI to modify mission-critical code, and what happened next haunts me

This seriously raised the hairs on the back of my neck.

I tried to destroy this $45 power bank (including driving over it with a tractor) – it refused to break

The Elecom Nestout power bank is one of the toughest power banks I’ve tested.

Finally, an AirTag alternative that fits my wallet and works well with Android phones

$20 is a price worth paying for peace of mind and a snug fit.

3 Android calendar apps not made by Google – and why they crush Google Calendar

I’ve been wanting to replace Google Calendar as my go-to calendar app. These alternatives aren’t just drop-ins; they’re outright superior.

Arch Linux Installer’s LVM (Logical Volume Manager) Support Is Out of Beta

Archinstall 3.0.10 Arch Linux menu-based installer is now available for download with stable LVM (Logical Volume Manager) support and other changes.
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I tried Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds’ AI noise cancelling, and can’t go back to regular ANC

Bose isn’t investing in the generative AI front, but instead using its AI budget for a much more vital feature.

Marshall’s latest sound systems are making me reconsider splurging on Bose

Following the release of its well-received flagship soundbar, Marshall expands its home audio lineup with another soundbar and an external subwoofer.

‘2.5 billion Gmail users at risk’? Entirely false, says Google

Worried about that massive Gmail hack? Don’t be. Here’s what really happened.

Compile FFmpeg 8.0 in Ubuntu with NVIDIA GPU Acceleration

This is a step by step guide shows how to manually compile & install FFmpeg 8.0 from source with NVIDIA GPU acceleration support through cuda-nvcc and enable-libnpp in Ubuntu 24.04 & 22.04. FFmpeg 8.0 so far is the latest version of this popular multi-media library, that features APV and ProRes RAW decoders, hardware accelerated VP9 […]

My favorite cordless screwdriver of all time can handle any task for me (and it’s on sale)

After seven months, the Bosch Go 3 has been worth its weight in gold.

OpenSSL 3.6 Promises LMS Signature Verification Support, Alpha Out Now

OpenSSL 3.6 is now available for public testing with an alpha version adding support for LMS signature verification support and other changes. Here’s what to expect!
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I finally found an Arch-based Linux distro even newbies can run

If you’re looking for a version of Arch Linux that’s user-friendly and usable out of the box, StormOS is a great option.

Want to cut your electric bill? Skip these scam ‘power-saving’ devices – and buy this instead

If you spot one of these in a friend’s or family member’s power outlet, unplug it ASAP. Here’s why.

FSF Blogs: August GNU Spotlight with Amin Bandali featuring eleven new GNU releases: Emacs, Mes, and more!

Eleven new GNU releases in the last month (as of August 31, 2025):