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System76’s Meerkat Mini Linux PC Is Back with Intel Core Ultra CPUs and Faster RAM

The Meerkat mini PC now ships with either the Intel Core Ultra 7 125H processor with up to 4.5GHz and 14 cores16 cores or the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with up to 4.8GHz and 16 cores, and integrated Intel ARC graphics, as well as up to 96 GB dual-channel DDR5 5600 MHz RAM, and up to 16 TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe storage.

Mozilla Thunderbird 134 Adds New Notification System for Real-Time Desktop Alerts

Since Mozilla Thunderbird 134 is considered a monthly development release that should only be used for testing purposes, it only brings a new feature, namely a notification system for real-time desktop alerts.

9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: January 26th, 2025

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Solus 4.7 Released with Linux 6.12 LTS, GNOME 47, KDE Plasma 6.2, and Xfce 4.20

Coming more than three months after Solus 4.6 and powered by the Linux 6.12 LTS kernel and Mesa 24.3 graphics stacks, the Solus 4.7 release is dubbed “Endurance” and ships with the latest Budgie 10.9.2, GNOME 47.3, KDE Plasma 6.2.5, and Xfce 4.20 desktop environments.

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SuperStationᵒⁿᵉ: Cyclone V FPGA Console for Retro Gaming and MiSTer Compatibility

The SuperStationᵒⁿᵉ is an FPGA-based gaming console developed for retro gaming enthusiasts and FPGA hobbyists. By leveraging FPGA hardware, it replicates classic gaming systems with a high degree of accuracy while providing flexibility for exploring multiple retro platforms.

Renode Enables Simulation of Ultra-Low-Power MSP430 Microcontrollers

Antmicro recently highlighted the MSP430 microcontroller family, renowned for its ultra-low-power design and versatility in applications such as IoT, automation, and space. Their article explores how the Renode simulation platform facilitates efficient testing and development of MSP430-based systems.

FRDM-IMX93 with Arm Ethos U-65 MicroNPU Runs on Debian Linux

The NXP Semiconductors FRDM-IMX93 Development Board is a development platform designed for industrial and IoT applications. Key features include dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, multiple display and camera interfaces, and support for CAN bus communication.

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Notepad Next 0.10 Brings Better Bookmark Operations

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Jan 15, 2025

Quoting: Notepad Next 0.10 Brings Better Bookmark Operations —

Notepad Next, a lightweight cross-platform open-source code editor inspired by Notepad++, has just released its latest version, 0.10.

One of the most noteworthy changes is the addition of expanded bookmark operations—namely, cut, copy, and delete. This enhancement gives users more control over how they mark and manipulate sections of text, which can be a game-changer when working on large projects.

Furthermore, Notepad Next 0.10 introduces a brand-new Debug Info dialog box, providing quick access to essential diagnostic data. Another major improvement is the option to override the default terminal command, allowing power users to tailor their workflow to individual preferences.

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