Today, the Zorin OS team announced public testing for the beta version of Zorin OS 18, built on the Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS (Noble Numbat) and powered by Linux kernel 6.14. This release introduces a fresh look with a revamped default theme featuring a floating panel in a rounded style, alongside a new workspace indicator.
One of the key highlights of Zorin OS 18 is its advanced window tiling manager designed to enhance productivity. Additionally, a new built-in Web Apps tool has been integrated, allowing users to run popular applications such as Microsoft Office/365, Teams, Google Docs, and Adobe Photoshop directly from their desktop. As described by the Zorin OS developers, "The Web Apps tool integrates with any popular web browser and allows customization within each web app."
For users migrating from Windows, the update also includes OneDrive file integration for those who log into their Microsoft 365 accounts, providing seamless access to files. Furthermore, Zorin OS 18 offers improved detection of installer files for common Windows applications, guiding users on the best compatible versions to install in Zorin. This enhanced support makes it an ideal choice for those switching from Windows, especially with Windows 10 reaching its end of support in October 2025.
Under the hood, Zorin OS 18 promises better hardware compatibility and sound quality by defaulting to the PipeWire audio server. The beta version is available for download from the official website, though it comes with the caveat that it may contain bugs and unfinished features. The final release of Zorin OS 18 is expected in the coming weeks.
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