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Ubuntu Touch OTA-7 Released for Linux Phones with PulseAudio Security Fixes

This is a surprise release even for me because Ubuntu Touch OTA-6 arrived only three weeks ago, but UBports needed to quickly deliver fixes for two important security issues affecting the PulseAudio audio server in Ubuntu Touch, which could affect the user privacy.

Cinnamon 6.4 Desktop Environment Released with Revamped Theme, Night Light

Highlights of the Cinnamon 6.4 desktop environment include a new default theme that’s much darker and more contrasted. The revamped theme features rounded elements, redesigned modal dialogs, support for panel highlights, support for colored buttons in dialogs, and a gap between the applets and the panel.

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HackerBox 0109 Explores Bluetooth Streaming Applications with Hands-On Kit

HackerBox 0109 provides an interactive platform to explore Bluetooth technology, offering tools and modules to experiment with PANs, stream audio, analyze communications, and discover Bluetooth-enabled features.

Olimex Showcases Open-Source PICO2-XL and PICO2-XXL Boards with RP2350B MCU

The PICO2-XL and PICO2-XXL are open-source hardware boards that build upon the Raspberry Pi PICO2, featuring the RP2350B microcontroller. These enhanced versions include up to 48x GPIOs, a microSD card slot, and several other improvements.

ModBerry 500 Series Updated with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Integration

Following the launch of the Raspberry Pi CM5, TECHBASE has introduced a new version of the ModBerry 500 series featuring this advanced embedded platform. The ModBerry 500 CM5 offers enhanced processing power and expanded features while maintaining compatibility with its predecessors, ensuring a streamlined transition for existing users.

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New Release: Tails 6.10

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Tor in Russia: A call for more WebTunnel bridges

One alarming trend is the targeted blocking of popular hosting providers by Roscomnadzor. As many circumvention tools are using them, this action made some Tor bridges inaccessible to many users in Russia. As Roscomnadzor and internet service providers in Russia are increasing their blocking efforts, the need for more WebTunnel bridges has become urgent.

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Games: Steam, WireGuard on Steam Deck, and Proton Experimental

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Jun 30, 2024

Tom's Hardware ☛ Steam gets built-in game recording, instant replay, and clip editing — available in beta on Steam Deck or Steam Overlay

Steam launches Game Recording functionality in beta.
Xe's Blog ☛ The Steam Deck ships with WireGuard

One less install required!
GamingOnLinux ☛ Proton Experimental has fixes for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Noita mods, MultiVersus and more

Valve released a fresh update to Proton Experimental for June 28th, bringing their usual assortment of game fixes for Linux desktop and Steam Deck.

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Ubuntu Touch OTA-7 Released for Linux Phones with PulseAudio Security Fixes

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HackerBox 0109 Explores Bluetooth Streaming Applications with Hands-On Kit

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ModBerry 500 Series Updated with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Integration

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Tor in Russia: A call for more WebTunnel bridges

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Games: Steam, WireGuard on Steam Deck, and Proton Experimental

Tom's Hardware ☛ Steam gets built-in game recording, instant replay, and clip editing — available in beta on Steam Deck or Steam Overlay

Xe's Blog ☛ The Steam Deck ships with WireGuard

GamingOnLinux ☛ Proton Experimental has fixes for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Noita mods, MultiVersus and more

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