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Garuda Linux “Broadwing” Released with New Mokka Edition, New Welcome App

Powered by the latest and greatest Linux 6.13 kernel, Garuda Linux “Broadwing” introduces a brand-new Welcome app called Garuda Rani (Reliable Assistant for Native Installations) designed to streamline and enhance the Garuda Linux experience for newcomers. Garuda Rani integrates the functionality of the Welcome, Gamer, and Assistant apps.

GNOME 48 RC Adds Dynamic Triple Buffering, Wayland Color Management Protocol

GNOME 48 Release Candidate (RC) is packed with lots of goodies compared to the Beta and Alpha versions, including Wayland color management protocol support in the Mutter window and composite manager, which also received support for activating the Activities Overview with either Super key, as well as for centering new windows by default.

Clonezilla Live 3.2.1 Disk Cloning/Imaging Tool Released with Linux 6.12 LTS

Coming four and a half months after Clonezilla Live 3.2, the Clonezilla Live 3.2.1 release bumps the kernel from the Linux 6.11 used in the previous version to Linux 6.12 LTS to provide users with better hardware support. It also rebases the underlying GNU/Linux operating system on the Debian Sid repository as of March 3rd, 2025.

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OrangePi RV2: A Cost-Effective RISC-V Board with M.2 2280 Slot and Dual Gigabit Ethernet

OrangePi has launched another RISC-V development board following the release of the Orange Pi RV in 2024. This new SBC, OrangePi RV2, is powered by the Ky X1 octa-core RISC-V AI CPU, delivering 2TOPS of AI computing power for applications in machine learning, robotics, and embedded systems.

M5Stack Cardputer v1.1 Brings Upgraded Microcontroller and Improved Keyboard

M5Stack has released Cardputer v1.1, an upgraded version of its compact computing platform. The latest version introduces the StampS3A microcontroller, an improved antenna, and a more responsive keyboard, enhancing stability and usability. Additional refinements include optimized power consumption and better RGB LED control, improving overall efficiency.

LILYGO Upgrades T-Watch S3 with GPS and a 940mAh Battery

LILYGO has introduced the T-Watch S3 Plus, an upgraded version of its ESP32-based smartwatch. While maintaining the open-source flexibility of its predecessor, this new model adds GPS positioning, a larger 940mAh battery, and refined hardware features. It supports Arduino-IDE and VS Code making it an adaptable platform for developers and hobbyists.

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PCLinuxOS: Repo Review, Screenshots, and New Monthly Edition of PCLOS Magazine

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Sep 06, 2022

Repo Review: Rapid Photo Downloader

Rapid Photo Downloader is a handy tool to help you download and organize photos and videos from your digital cameras. It allows you to easily copy, rename, and backup all of your camera's important data, while supporting most common image and video formats, including RAW photos. Rapid Photo Downloader also has a very nice, easy to use interface.
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This month's cover, designed by Meemaw, celebrates International Bacon Day, on September 3, 2022. The "unofficial" holiday is celebrated annually on the first Saturday of September.

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