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GStreamer 1.26.3 Multimedia Framework Patches H.266 Video Parser Security Flaw

Coming almost a month after GStreamer 1.26.2, the GStreamer 1.26.3 release adds a new speech synthesis element around ElevenLabs API, adds new thread-sharing 1:N inter source and sink elements, as well as a ts-rtpdtmfsrc, and adds support for BT.2100 PQ and 1:4:5:3 calorimetry to the Video4Linux capture source.

PipeWire 1.4.6 Adds New Option to Disable RAOP, Improves the ALSA Plugin

PipeWire 1.4.6 is here to fix bugs that could crash the filter-chain and ALSA plugin, improve latency reporting in module-combine-stream, improve save activation/deactivation of the filter-graph in module-filter-chain to avoid crashes, and fix a refcount issue in the device provider.

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GPD MicroPC 2 with Intel N250 Brings Multi-Port Connectivity to Ultra-Mobile Design

GPD has shared early information about the MicroPC 2 on Indiegogo, describing it as an updated version of its ultra-compact computer for mobile technical tasks and on-site troubleshooting. The device measures about 171 × 110 × 23.5 mm and includes a full physical keyboard along with a screen that can rotate and flip for tablet-style use.

$25 NanoPi R3S LTS Router Board Adds HDMI and Speaker Support in Updated Design

FriendlyElec has released the NanoPi R3S LTS, an updated version of its compact single-board network platform based on the Rockchip RK3566. This revision introduces key hardware changes, including HDMI 2.0 video output, a repositioned USB 3.0 Type-A port, and a more refined peripheral layout, while retaining dual gigabit Ethernet and broad software support.

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Dolphin - An Intro to the Kubuntu File Manager

Dolphin is the default Kubuntu file manager application. Blue folder icon, positioned beside launcher button on the panel, run fast, simple by default and powerful when needed, that's Dolphin. Just like what we have discussed at the previous episode, Discover Application Store, we will also explain Dolphin in details with screenshots and further references. We hope this helps every Kubuntu users. Now let's start reading!

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Linux Desktop: What Makes KDE Plasma So Appealing?

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Jun 29, 2025

Quoting: Linux Desktop: What Makes KDE Plasma So Appealing? —

If you’ve done any reading or searching about Linux, then you’ve probably run across plenty on the different desktops that are available to the open source operating system. There’s GNOME, Xfce, Budgie, Pantheon, i3, Cinnamon, MATE and so many more.

One particular Linux desktop that gets plenty of attention is KDE Plasma, which is one of the more popular desktop environments available. Although KDE Plasma might not enjoy the popularity of GNOME (as GNOME is used as the default for a lot of distributions), that doesn’t mean it’s a lesser desktop. In fact, KDE Plasma is one of the most exciting desktop environments on the market.

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