📰 Archinstall 4.2 Shifts to Wayland-First Profiles, Leaving X.Org Behind

by George WhittakerThe Arch Linux installer continues evolving alongside the broader Linux desktop ecosystem. With the release of Archinstall 4.2, a notable change has arrived: Wayland is now the default focus for graphical installation profiles, while traditional X.Org-based profiles have been removed or deprioritized.

🔗 Source: https://www.linuxjournal.com/content/archinstall-42-shifts-wayland-first-profiles-leaving-xorg-behind

#arch #linux #wayland

📰 Linux May Drop Legacy 3Com, AMD, and Xircom Ethernet Drivers

The Linux kernel may drop 18 old Ethernet drivers for ISA- and PCMCIA-era hardware as maintainers question whether the aging code still has active users.

🔗 Source: https://linuxiac.com/linux-may-drop-legacy-3com-amd-and-xircom-ethernet-drivers/

#amd #kernel #linux

📰 Firefox 151 Is Now Available for Public Beta Testing with Improved Settings

Firefox 151 open-source web browser is now available for public beta testing with an improved Settings page, easier access to translations, and many new features for web developers.

🔗 Source: https://9to5linux.com/firefox-151-is-now-available-for-public-beta-testing-with-improved-settings

#firefox #opensource

📰 Kubernetes sets a new standard for release notes, also kills Ingress NGINX

Release team explains links between Version 1.36 and classic print The Great Wave off Kanagawa Kubernetes issued a new release called “Haru” on Wednesday, and the release notes and logo might be more interesting than the software.…

🔗 Source: https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2026/04/23/kubernetes_1_36_haru/

#nginx

📰 FreeRDP 3.25 Adds Experimental AV1 Support

FreeRDP as a leading open-source implementation of the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) has introduced experimental AV1 codec support...

🔗 Source: https://www.phoronix.com/news/FreeRDP-3.25-Released

#opensource

📰 Many USB Improvements & New Hardware Merged For Linux 7.1

Ready to go ahead of the Linux 7.1 merge window closing at week's end are numerous new USB device support additions and other USB subsystem enhancements...

🔗 Source: https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-7.1-USB

#linux

📰 Arch-Based Omarchy 3.6 Improves Panther Lake Efficiency

Omarchy 3.6 introduces Panther Lake kernel patches, persistent Hyprland toggles, and improved laptop display management.

🔗 Source: https://linuxiac.com/arch-based-omarchy-3-6-improves-panther-lake-efficiency/

#arch #kernel

📰 Ubuntu Server 26.04 LTS Will Now Automatically Install HWE/OEM Kernel Packages

Ubuntu LTS releases on the desktop have automatically installed OEM vendor kernels where needed and hardware enablement "HWE" kernels in later point releases by default. This provides a better out-of-the-box experience for Ubuntu desktop users and one less chore post-install if desiring a newer/better kernel. With Ubuntu Server 26.04 LTS, the server installer is finally doing the same...

🔗 Source: https://www.phoronix.com/news/Ubuntu-Server-26.04-HWE-OEM

#kernel #ubuntu

📰 System76’s New Pangolin Pro Brings Ryzen AI Power to a 3.64 lb Linux Laptop

System76 has introduced the Pangolin Pro, a new Linux laptop with Ryzen AI 7 350, a 16-inch 2K 165Hz display, and OCuLink eGPU support.

🔗 Source: https://linuxiac.com/system76-pangolin-pro-linux-laptop/

#linux

📰 Godot 4.7 Will Finally Have HDR Output, Including On Linux With Wayland

The upcoming Godor 4.7 open-source, cross-platform game engine release is rolling out support for high dynamic range (HDR)...

🔗 Source: https://www.phoronix.com/news/Godot-4.7-With-HDR

#linux #opensource #wayland

📰 Your GNOME desktop can do what Hyprland does, and you don't need to switch

You might think you need a new Linux desktop to get a tiling window manager, but GNOME can give you that with a single extension.

🔗 Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/forge-brings-hyprlands-best-feature-gnome-actually-works/

#gnome #linux

📰 Bazzite is what most Linux gaming distros wish they were

Choose Bazzite if you want a console-like experience on Linux.

🔗 Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/bazzite-is-what-most-gaming-distros-wish-they-were/

#linux

📰 Gentoo-Based Redcore Linux Hardened 2601 Released with Kernel 6.19

Redcore Linux Hardened 2601 Vulpecula has been released, featuring Linux kernel 6.19, FFmpeg 8, and updates to the Sisyphus package manager.

🔗 Source: https://linuxiac.com/gentoo-based-redcore-linux-hardened-2601-released-with-kernel-6-19/

#ffmpeg #kernel #linux

📰 Waydroid runs Android apps on Linux better than Windows ever ran them on WSA

The Windows Subsystem for Android (WSA) is history now. Microsoft caved in and killed the project, which angered a lot of users because it was one of the main highlights of the Windows 11 launch. Microsoft failed to anticipate the demand for running Android apps with Google Play Store support, and the option to only download apps via the Amazon Appstore didn’t appeal to a lot of users. I thought WSA would kill third-party Android emulators on...

🔗 Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/waydroid-runs-android-apps-on-linux-better-than-windows-wsa/

#android #linux