FFmpeg Delivers Very Nice Performance Gains For Bwdif Deinterlacing With AVX-512 - Phoronix
https://www.phoronix.com/news/FFmpeg-Bwdif-AVX-512
https://www.phoronix.com/news/FFmpeg-Bwdif-AVX-512
Phoronix
FFmpeg Delivers Very Nice Performance Gains For Bwdif Deinterlacing With AVX-512
FFmpeg developers are known for delivering some really wild performance gains from hand-optimized Assembly code especially around Intel/AMD AVX-512 optimizations for various features of this widely-used open-source multimedia library
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Audacity 3.7.5 Fixes More Bugs, Windows on ARM Builds
—> https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/audacity-3-7-5-release
—> https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/audacity-3-7-5-release
OMG! Ubuntu
Audacity 3.7.5 Fixes More Bugs, Windows on ARM Builds
A fresh batch of bug fixes arrive for users of Audacity, the open source audio editor and sound recording app. Learn how to update.
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📰 Proxmox VE 9.0 Launches with Debian 13 Under the Hood
Almost four months after the previous 8.4 release, Proxmox, a powerful, free, open-source virtualization platform with over 1.6 million installed hosts worldwide, unveiled its latest version, Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.0.
🔗 Source: Linuxiac
Almost four months after the previous 8.4 release, Proxmox, a powerful, free, open-source virtualization platform with over 1.6 million installed hosts worldwide, unveiled its latest version, Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.0.
🔗 Source: Linuxiac
Linuxiac
Proxmox VE 9.0 Launches with Debian 13 Under the Hood
Proxmox Virtual Environment 9.0 is out now, featuring Debian 13, LVM snapshot support, SDN Fabrics, and a revamped mobile UI.
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SDL Library Lands Precision Scrolling For X.Org Usage - Phoronix
https://www.phoronix.com/news/SDL3-Lands-Precision-Scrolling
https://www.phoronix.com/news/SDL3-Lands-Precision-Scrolling
Phoronix
SDL Library Lands Precision Scrolling For X.Org Usage
For Linux gamers relying on the X.Org Server, the SDL3 library that is widely-used by cross-platform games has landed support for precision/pixel scrolling.
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📰 Diablo-like Games You Can Play With Steam on Linux
Diablo is an iconic action RPG franchise built around fast-paced isometric combat, deep character customization, and the relentless pursuit of loot. Set in a dark fantasy world plagued by demonic forces, the series challenges players to battle through hordes of monsters, uncover powerful gear, and dive deep into dungeons.
🔗 Source: It's FOSS
Diablo is an iconic action RPG franchise built around fast-paced isometric combat, deep character customization, and the relentless pursuit of loot. Set in a dark fantasy world plagued by demonic forces, the series challenges players to battle through hordes of monsters, uncover powerful gear, and dive deep into dungeons.
🔗 Source: It's FOSS
It's FOSS
Diablo-like Games You Can Play With Steam on Linux
Slash, loot, and grind your way through these Diablo-like games on Linux and Steam this summer.
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Fruit Jam credit card-sized PC with an RP2350B chip launches for $40
https://liliputing.com/fruit-jam-credit-card-sized-pc-with-an-rp2350b-chip-launches-for-40/
https://liliputing.com/fruit-jam-credit-card-sized-pc-with-an-rp2350b-chip-launches-for-40/
Liliputing
Fruit Jam credit card-sized PC with an RP2350B chip launches for $40
Fruit Jam credit card-sized PC with an RP2350B chip launches for $40
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📰 AlmaLinux Introduces Native NVIDIA Support Using Open-Source Kernel Driver
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AlmaLinux Introduces Native NVIDIA Support Using Open-Source Kernel Driver
The AlmaLinux project announced today that there is now 'native' NVIDIA graphics driver support for AlmaLinux 10 and AlmaLinux 9 using NVIDIA's open-source kernel modules that are now conveniently packaged in an AlmaLinux repository for easy usage complete…
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ONLYOFFICE Adds an “AI Agent” to Help You Work “Effortlessly”
—> https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/onlyoffice-desktop-editors-update-ai-agent
—> https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/onlyoffice-desktop-editors-update-ai-agent
OMG! Ubuntu
ONLYOFFICE Adds “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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Mesa 25.2 Lands with Vulkan 1.4 on PanVK, Drops X11 DRI2 Support
—> https://linuxiac.com/mesa-25-2-lands-with-vulkan-1-4-on-panvk-drops-x11-dri2-support/
—> https://linuxiac.com/mesa-25-2-lands-with-vulkan-1-4-on-panvk-drops-x11-dri2-support/
Linuxiac
Mesa 25.2 Lands with Vulkan 1.4 on PanVK, Drops X11 DRI2 Support
Mesa 25.2, an open-source OpenGL/Vulkan graphics API implementation, is out with Vulkan 1.4, new panvk features, and bug fixes for games like Ghost of Tsushima and DOTA 2.
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Critical Android System Component Vulnerability Let Attackers Execute Remote Code without User Interaction
https://cybersecuritynews.com/android-system-component-vulnerability/
https://cybersecuritynews.com/android-system-component-vulnerability/
Cyber Security News
Critical Android System Component Vulnerability Allows Remote Code Execution Without User Interaction
Google released its August 2025 Android Security Bulletin on August 4, revealing a critical vulnerability that poses significant risks to Android device users worldwide.
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NVIDIA say no to adding backdoors and killswitches in their GPUs | GamingOnLinux
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/08/nvidia-say-no-to-adding-backdoors-and-killswitches-in-their-gpus/
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/08/nvidia-say-no-to-adding-backdoors-and-killswitches-in-their-gpus/
GamingOnLinux
NVIDIA say no to adding backdoors and killswitches in their GPUs
NVIDIA have released a blog post from chief security officer, fighting back against attempts from pundits and policymakers in governments wanting backdoors.
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VisionFive 2 Lite low-cost RISC-V SBC launched for $19.90 and up (Crowdfunding) - CNX Software
https://www.cnx-software.com/2025/08/07/visionfive-2-lite-low-cost-risc-v-sbc/
https://www.cnx-software.com/2025/08/07/visionfive-2-lite-low-cost-risc-v-sbc/
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📰 LACT 0.8.1 Linux GPU Control Panel Improves Voltage/Clock Controls For Older AMD GPUs
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LACT 0.8.1 Linux GPU Control Panel Improves Voltage/Clock Controls For Older AMD GPUs
LACT 0.8.1 is out with a few important changes for this open-source Linux GPU control application that is written in Rust and rendered using GTK.
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IntelliJ IDEA 2025.2 Released with Offline AI Code Completion - OMG! Ubuntu
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/intellij-idea-2025-2-offline-ai-java-25-support
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/intellij-idea-2025-2-offline-ai-java-25-support
OMG! Ubuntu
IntelliJ IDEA 2025.2 Released with Offline AI Code Completion
JetBrains releases IntelliJ IDEA 2025.2 with offline AI code completion, Java 25 support, Spring tools, and Maven 4 enhancements.
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Intel Phasing Out 16x MSAA Support - Being Disabled With Xe3 Graphics - Phoronix
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Intel-Dropping-16x-MSAA
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Intel-Dropping-16x-MSAA
Phoronix
Intel Phasing Out 16x MSAA Support - Being Disabled With Xe3 Graphics
Intel is phasing out 16x multi-sample anti-aliasing (MSAA) with modern upscaling tech like XeSS / FSR / DLSS being superior and more performant plus there being alternative anti-aliasing techniques
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My 4 favorite image editing apps on Linux - and two are free Photoshop alternatives | ZDNET
https://www.zdnet.com/article/my-4-favorite-image-editing-apps-on-linux-and-two-are-free-photoshop-alternatives/
https://www.zdnet.com/article/my-4-favorite-image-editing-apps-on-linux-and-two-are-free-photoshop-alternatives/
ZDNET
My 4 favorite image editing apps on Linux - and two are free Photoshop alternatives
These image editing apps offer all the tools you'll ever need on Linux. MacOS and Windows not required.
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Calibre 8.8 Open-Source E-Book Manager Improves Support for Kobo Devices - 9to5Linux
https://9to5linux.com/calibre-8-8-open-source-e-book-manager-improves-support-for-kobo-devices
https://9to5linux.com/calibre-8-8-open-source-e-book-manager-improves-support-for-kobo-devices
9to5Linux
Calibre 8.8 Open-Source E-Book Manager Improves Support for Kobo Devices - 9to5Linux
Calibre 8.8 open-source ebook manager is now available for download with an updated Kobo driver that supports the latest Tolino firmware.
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FFmpeg 8.0 Merges Vulkan AV1 Encoding & VP9 Decoding - Phoronix
https://www.phoronix.com/news/FFmpeg-Vulkan-AV1-Encoding
https://www.phoronix.com/news/FFmpeg-Vulkan-AV1-Encoding
Phoronix
FFmpeg 8.0 Merges Vulkan AV1 Encoding & VP9 Decoding
Ahead of the upcoming FFmpeg 8.0 release for this widely-used, open-source multimedia library some more last minute features continue to land
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Farlight 84 is now broken on Linux, SteamOS / Steam Deck | GamingOnLinux
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/08/farlight-84-is-now-broken-on-linux-steamos-steam-deck/
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/08/farlight-84-is-now-broken-on-linux-steamos-steam-deck/
GamingOnLinux
Farlight 84 is now broken on Linux, SteamOS / Steam Deck
Farlight 84 has relaunched with a massive new upgrade that brings a first-person mode, but it's sadly now broken on Linux, SteamOS / Steam Deck.
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Linux Mint 22.2 Beta Coming Soon, ISOs Enter Testing
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/linux-mint-22-2-beta-iso-coming-soon
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/08/linux-mint-22-2-beta-iso-coming-soon
OMG! Ubuntu
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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