May 2026 brought a wealth of updates to the Linux software scene, showcasing significant enhancements across various applications.
Notably, browser updates were in abundance, with Firefox 151 introducing a revamped new tab page, and Vivaldi 8.0 unveiling a general redesign alongside a public beta of Kagi’s Orion. Furthermore, support for Ubuntu 26.04 LTS was added to VMware Workstation and Fusion for macOS. A new command-line based cleaner, BleachBit, also debuted its TUI for a more interactive user experience.
Calibre, the open-source ebook manager, had two updates. Version 9.8 introduced local AI model support for OpenAI-compatible features and dark mode adaptation for macOS 26. The follow-up 9.9 update focused on an SSL certificate fix for Fedora 44, improved page counting in ePub files, and integrated additional Hungarian and Czech news sources. Users can reset the zoom to 100% and maintain search states across virtual libraries.
Download Calibre for various platforms here.
Haruna, a Qt media player, upgraded to version 1.8.1, featuring command-line multiple file opening capability and a visible filename in the OSD when a file opens. The update added taskbar progress tracking and a ‘stop’ action for media playback.
Get Haruna from Flathub or the Snap Store.
Drawy, a brainstorming tool, debuted its version 1.0. It presents an infinite canvas for notes and diagrams, accommodating stylus input and image imports.
Try out Drawy on Flathub.
Scrcpy, an Android screen mirroring tool, updated to version 4.0, transitioning to SDL3 for improved rendering and input handling. Notable features included flex display mode and the ability to keep the device screen active during mirroring.
Find the latest version on GitHub here.
Photoflare, an image editor, resurfaced after nearly six years with version 1.7.0, upgrading to Qt 6 and enhancing UI performance. New tools and filters were introduced along with improved rendering for memory efficiency.
Download Photoflare’s AppImage here.
Nocturne, a music player that connects to personal servers, launched version 1.0, featuring gapless playback, Replay Gain support, and real-time lyrics display.
Get Nocturne on Flathub here.
Audacious 4.6 arrived with a GTK port for playback history and enhanced cross-platform compatibility, allowing for seamless music playback and file browsing.
Access the source code on GitHub here.
These updates reflect a dynamic and engaged Linux community consistently enhancing software offerings to meet users’ needs. If you stumble upon an update that merits attention, don’t hesitate to share!
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