09 Jan 2026
OMG! Ubuntu
Big GPU & Kernel Update Headed to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
A new hardware enablement (HWE) will roll out to users on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS this month, ahead of the Ubuntu 24.04.4 LTS point release due on February 12. Ubuntu's engineers periodically backport the Linux kernel and graphics drivers included in interim releases to the current long-term support (LTS) version. The next update delivers components from Ubuntu 25.10, released in October 2025. This means the Ubuntu 24.04.4 HWE brings the Linux 6.17 kernel and Mesa 25.2.7, a sizeable leap over the 25.0.x series that was delivered in the 24.04.3 HWE update last August. New versions of Intel VAAPI driver (2.4.1), libva, […]
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09 Jan 2026 5:55pm GMT
Ubuntu blog
London called, and the world answered: creating a Summit without borders
When we announced that the Ubuntu Summit 25.10 would be a remote event, we knew we were taking a big step. We asked ourselves: how can we capture the spirit of an in-person community event and convey its energy through a screen? How can we connect the circle of friends from all over the world? […]
09 Jan 2026 2:46pm GMT
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Ubuntu’s New ARM Steam Snap is Available for Testing
Canonical's ARM64 Steam Snap brings x86 gaming to Ubuntu ARM systems via FEX emulation. Early testing shows 200+ FPS in Cyberpunk 2077. You can help test it.
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09 Jan 2026 4:00am GMT
08 Jan 2026
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Ubuntu 25.04 Support Ends Next Week (Jan 15th)
Ubuntu 25.04 'Plucky Puffin' reaches end of life on January 15, 2025. Users must upgrade to Ubuntu 25.10 to keep receiving critical security updates.
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08 Jan 2026 2:40am GMT
07 Jan 2026
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New CrowView Note 15.6 Fixes the Original Model’s Biggest Flaw
Elecrow's CrowView Note 15.6 addresses complaints from the original with a larger screen, USB-C charging, and expanded SBC support. Priced at $169.
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07 Jan 2026 3:37pm GMT
06 Jan 2026
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Bazaar Flatpak Manager Gets New Icon, Permission Warnings + More
Bazaar Flatpak manager adds permission warnings showing app safety, Flathub account sync, verified-only filtering, and a neat new 'market stall' app icon.
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06 Jan 2026 11:59pm GMT
05 Jan 2026
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New Dell XPS 14 and 16 Announced, Ubuntu Version Coming This Year
Dell revives XPS brand with redesigned 14 and 16-inch laptops. Ubuntu 24.04 support coming to XPS 14 later this year. Details and specs inside.
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05 Jan 2026 11:42pm GMT
Ubuntu blog
Canonical announces Ubuntu support for the NVIDIA Rubin platform
Official Ubuntu support for the NVIDIA Rubin platform, including the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 rack-scale systems, announced at CES 2026 CES 2026, Las Vegas. - Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, is pleased to announce official support for the NVIDIA Rubin platform and the latest distributions of the new NVIDIA Nemotron 3 open models. As AI […]
05 Jan 2026 11:15pm GMT
Meet Canonical at CES 2026: A trusted foundation for your device lifecycle
This year, the Canonical team will be at Booth #10562 in the North Hall, we will be demonstrating how Ubuntu Core, Ubuntu Pro for Devices, and our partner ecosystem help you accelerate development, ensure reliability, and simplify the lifecycle of your connected fleets.
05 Jan 2026 2:27pm GMT
02 Jan 2026
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10 Biggest Ubuntu Changes in 2025
What changed in Ubuntu in 2025? From the "oxidisation" of sudo to the end of X11, here's a recap of the 10 biggest changes the distro saw last year.
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02 Jan 2026 1:08am GMT
01 Jan 2026
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What Do You Want to See From Ubuntu in 2026?
What would make 2026 Ubuntu's best year yet? Share your wishlist wants and must-haves, be it bold changes or resolving long-standing bugs. Sound off!
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01 Jan 2026 11:50pm GMT
31 Dec 2025
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Linux App Release Roundup (December 2025)
I roundup a crop of December's smaller Linux app releases, including the Clapper media player, QEMU virtualisation tool, Scribus DTP and ONLYOFFICE.
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31 Dec 2025 10:10pm GMT
30 Dec 2025
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Shotcut 25.12 Adds Full 10-Bit Video Editing Support

Open source video editor Shotcut 25.12 adds 10-bit CPU pipeline support, linear color processing, and better hardware encoding on Linux.
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30 Dec 2025 11:27pm GMT
29 Dec 2025
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Make GNOME’s App Grid Scroll Vertically (Like it Used to)
A new GNOME Shell extension brings vertical scrolling back to the app grid. Ideal for mouse scroll wheel obsessives running GNOME 49.
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29 Dec 2025 4:31pm GMT
27 Dec 2025
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Pinta 3.1 is Out with Axonometric Grids, Marching Ants + More
Pinta 3.1 is available for download. The open source image editor adds axonometric grids, polygon selection tool, lower memory usage - and lots more!
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27 Dec 2025 6:43pm GMT
26 Dec 2025
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Turntable 5.0 Adds Collapsible Player Controls & Year-End Recap
Turntable 5.0 adds collapsible player controls you can hide on-demand, plus a year-end 'wrapped' recap pulling stats from Last.fm, Libre.fm and more. Free on Flathub.
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26 Dec 2025 11:54pm GMT
24 Dec 2025
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Firefox is Adding Split View for Tabs, Here’s How to Enable It
Firefox's new Split View lets you browse two tabs side-by-side in one window. Enable this experimental feature in Firefox 146 now - here's how.
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24 Dec 2025 3:16am GMT
23 Dec 2025
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Ghostty Terminal Adopts a Non-Profit Funding Model
Ghostty, the fast GPU‑accelerated terminal, now operates under a non‑profit funding model through fiscal sponsorship with Hack Club. Here's what it means.
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23 Dec 2025 7:34pm GMT
How to Install COSMIC Desktop on Ubuntu 24.04 [PPA]
Want to run COSMIC desktop on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS? A new (unofficial) PPA makes it easy to. Follow the steps in this guide, learn about the caveats and how to 'undo'.
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23 Dec 2025 2:35am GMT
19 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
A better way to provision NVIDIA BlueField DPUs at scale with MAAS
The recent release of MAAS 3.7 introduces a significant new capability: the ability to provision NVIDIA BlueField Data Processing Units (DPUs) directly through their Baseboard Management Controller (BMC),
19 Dec 2025 5:14pm GMT
MicroCeph: why it’s the superior MinIO alternative (and how to use it)
Recently, the team at MinIO moved the open source project into maintenance mode and will no longer accept any changes. That means that no new features or enhancements will be added to MinIO, and existing issues - according to the update - will not be actively considered. Whilst MinIO brought a solid developer-friendly approach to […]
19 Dec 2025 8:26am GMT
18 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
Design and Documentation clinics at FOSDEM Fringe 2026
FOSDEM is one of the biggest and most exciting open source events of the year, held at the Solbosch campus of the Université Libre de Bruxelles (Brussels), Belgium. Thousands of open source contributors and enthusiasts attend, often with several folks from Canonical among them. The next one is coming quickly, with FOSDEM 2026 being held […]
18 Dec 2025 9:24am GMT
17 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
Extending ROS Noetic Support with ESM-Enabled Content Snaps
Canonical has now extended its ESM (Expanded Security Maintenance) for ROS coverage to ROS Noetic content-sharing snaps. With ESM for ROS now available in both deb and snap formats, Ubuntu continues to be the trusted foundation for secure, long-term robotics innovation.
17 Dec 2025 8:38pm GMT
15 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
Native integration available between Canonical LXD and HPE Alletra MP B10000
Native integration available between Canonical LXD and HPE Alletra MP B10000. The integration combines efficient open source virtualization with high performance, enterprise-grade storage
15 Dec 2025 3:57pm GMT
13 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
Why you should retire your Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC) with Ubuntu Pro
Fulfilling your Microsoft Azure Consumption Commitment (MACC) requires efficient planning. Discover how allocating your MACC to Ubuntu Pro allows you to meet consumption goals while securing your open source supply chain and automating compliance.
13 Dec 2025 12:07am GMT
11 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
How to launch a Deep Learning VM on Google Cloud
Setting up a local Deep Learning environment can be a headache. Between managing CUDA drivers, resolving Python library conflicts, and ensuring you have enough GPU power, you often spend more time configuring than coding. Google Cloud and Canonical work together to solve this with Deep Learning VM Images, which use Ubuntu Accelerator Optimized OS as […]
11 Dec 2025 2:31pm GMT
10 Dec 2025
Ubuntu blog
Harnessing the potential of 5G with Kubernetes: a cloud-native telco transformation perspective
Telecommunications networks are undergoing a cloud-native revolution. 5G promises ultra-fast connectivity and real-time services, but achieving those benefits requires an infrastructure that is agile, low-latency, and highly reliable. Kubernetes has emerged as a cornerstone for telecom operators to meet 5G demands. In 2025, Canonical Kubernetes delivers a single, production-grade Kubernetes platform with long-term support (LTS) […]
10 Dec 2025 3:47pm GMT
The rhythm of reliability: inside Canonical’s operational cadence
At Canonical, time is fixed. Ubuntu releases never slip because we run on a strict rhythm: six-month cycles, two-week pulses, and in-person sprints. Every change is deliberate, ensuring stability without losing agility. This discipline is what enables us to provide 15 years of Long-Term Support. Reliability is built into everything we do.
10 Dec 2025 12:22pm GMT