Linux NewsFirefox is Getting a New AI Browsing Mode
AI browsing mode is coming to the Firefox web browser, Mozilla announce. Interested users can join a waiting list to get invite-only early access. Details inside.
Ubuntu LTS Releases Now Get 15 Years of Support
Canonical has announced Ubuntu LTS releases will now be supported for 15 years from release through the Ubuntu Pro Legacy Add-on.
Miracle-WM Adds Accessibility, Touchpad & Animation Options
A new version of miracle-wm, the Mir-based compositor/tiling window manager, is out with a clutch set of new configuration options - details inside. You're reading Miracle-WM Adds Accessibility, Touchpad & Animation Options, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Kaspersky Brings Its Antivirus Software to Linux Desktops
Kaspersky launches Linux antivirus for Ubuntu and other distros. Features, system requirements and why the banned security firm has come to open-source desktops. You're reading Kaspersky Brings Its Antivirus Software to Linux Desktops, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Linux’s Slickest System Monitor App Gets Updated
Mission Center 1.1.0 has been released, adding filtering and child process viewing to the Services tab, a new system info dialog and other improvements. You're reading Linux’s Slickest System Monitor App Gets Updated, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Firefox 145 Brings Rounder Tabs, New PDF Edit Tools + More
Mozilla Firefox 145 released with new shaped tabs, password manager sidebar, the ability to add and edit comments in PDF files, and other new features. You're reading Firefox 145 Brings Rounder Tabs, New PDF Edit Tools + More, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Fish 4.2 Released with Multi-line Command Suggest + More
Bash alternative fish gains a couple of new features in its latest release, v4.2.0. Details on what's new and how to upgrade or install fish 4.2.0 on Ubuntu. You're reading Fish 4.2 Released with Multi-line Command Suggest + More, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Minisforum MS-R1: 12-Core Linux ARM Workstation for AI and VMs
Minisforum MS-R1 workstation specs, price and details. Up to 45 TOPS compute, 12-core processor running at 3.2 GHz maximum, and running Debian Linux. You're reading Minisforum MS-R1: 12-Core Linux ARM Workstation for AI and VMs, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
‘Phases of Moon’ Brings Lunar Tracking to GNOME Shell
A GNOME Shell extension for tracking lunar phases on your Linux desktop, with info, a clean, minimal design - and a giant illuminated moon. You're reading ‘Phases of Moon’ Brings Lunar Tracking to GNOME Shell, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Linux PPA Ransomware Scare is Light on Evidence
A social media user claimed an Ubuntu PPA was being used to distribute ransomware. Their proof? Well, they didn't have any - but that didn't stop the panic. You're reading Linux PPA Ransomware Scare is Light on Evidence, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Linux Mint 22.3 is Adding New System Hardware Tool
Linux Mint 22.3 is adding a revamped System Information tool with USB, GPU, PCI and BIOS sections to make hardware troubleshooting easier. You're reading Linux Mint 22.3 is Adding New System Hardware Tool, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Mozilla Unveils Kit, a (Cute) New Mascot for Firefox
Firefox has a new mascot called Kit. Mozilla say the vibrant vulpine character embodies its vision for privacy and openness on the modern web. You're reading Mozilla Unveils Kit, a (Cute) New Mascot for Firefox, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
CrossOver Brings Wine to Linux ARM64 With “Impressive” Results
CrossOver, the commercial Wine tool, is now available for Linux ARM64 devices in preview, allowing Windows games and software to run on ARM-based systems. You're reading CrossOver Brings Wine to Linux ARM64 With “Impressive” Results, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
How to Enable amd64v3 Packages on Ubuntu 25.10
Want to try Ubuntu's amd64v3 packages? Here's how to check if your CPU supports them, enable them via APT, and revert if things go wrong. You're reading How to Enable amd64v3 Packages on Ubuntu 25.10, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Release Date & Schedule
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS releases April 23, 2026. Here's the full release schedule with key development milestone dates, beta timeline, and monthly snapshot info. You're reading Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Release Date & Schedule, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.