A new version of the usermode x86 and x86-64 emulator for Arm64, FEX-2601, has been released. This version addresses several issues that users have been experiencing with specific programs, including compatibility problems with Vulkan updates from Proton and Mesa. Additionally, FEX-2601 fixes rare freezes occurring in Wine due to custom mutex code and patches a small Linux syscall issue related to fcntl, which can cause crashes in certain scenarios. The release also includes ongoing improvements for the code cache feature, designed to reduce stutter from programs needing JIT compilation.
The latest development version of Godot Beta 3 has been released with a focus on refining existing features for everyday use. The update includes improvements to how Unique IDs (UIDs) work across scenes and fixes a bug related to redo operations when loading saved states. Additionally, specific validation checks have been added for pasting properties in the editor, and LineEdit and TextEdit components have received new functions to fix text submission issues on web platforms. Graphics enthusiasts will also appreciate smoother VoxelGI glossy reflections and corrections to CameraFeed handling on Android XR setups with YUV_420_888 parameters.
Fish Shell has released version 4.3.3, addressing numerous bugs and introducing beneficial enhancements to improve user experience. The new release fixes issues such as annoying command suggestions not inserting full tokens, soft-wrapped autosuggestions affecting the fish_right_prompt, spurious tmux echo problems, and a theme selection issue with the "tomorrow" theme. In addition to these fixes, Fish 4.3.3 includes upgrades like syntax highlighting for various commands using the --color option and improved command output readability. The release also tweaks sample prompts, themes, and existing file path highlighting in redirection targets.
The latest version of AM, an application manager for AppImages, has been updated to 9.9.2 and brings numerous improvements and new features. The update includes a fix for pagination issues with GitHub releases, allowing users to browse up to 100 pages instead of just three, making it easier to find new apps. Additionally, the app now accurately tracks installed apps, prevents certain types of mistakes when using scripts, and fixes issues with version display and symbolic linked directories. This release also adds a significant number of new applications, including ryujinx-canary and scrcpygui, bringing the total database to 2657 unique apps.
The ML4W Dotfiles project has released a new update, version 2.9.9.5, which includes several tweaks and additions aimed at boosting efficiency on Linux desktop setups. One important adjustment requires users with Hyprland versions from 0.53 onward to update their configuration syntax in the dotfiles for everything to work properly after installing this new release. The update also introduces a fresh new theme called "Glass Center" with a clean look and modern aesthetics, as well as integrates swww directly for Fedora users instead of relying on the Community Package Repository (copr).
Mesa has released a new version, 25.3.3, which is a relatively small update due to some developers taking time off during the holidays. Despite its size, the update includes various fixes for issues reported by users and developers, covering a wide range of topics. The changes, contributed by several developers including Ahmed Hesham, Alyssa Rosenzweig, and Dylan Baker, address minor memory leaks, complex glitches in graphics rendering, and other problems. This update focuses on smoothing out performance and improving the overall functionality within the Mesa library.
Goverlay has been updated to version 1.6.9 with several key improvements. The update primarily focuses on enhancing Flatpak compatibility by fixing issues related to runtime detection and improving overlay detection for users of MangoHud and vkBasalt. Additionally, the release includes a new configuration option for using multiple GPUs and improved handling for gpu_list settings. Proper Wayland support is also now included when using Goverlay via Flatpak in a Wayland session.
GloriousEggroll has released an update to his custom build of the Proton compatibility layer, called GE-Proton10-28. This latest version brings several notable improvements and fixes, including an updated Wine codebase, DXVK and VKD3D components, and bug fixes for various games such as World of Tanks, Blade & Soul Neo, and the Uplay overlay issue. A significant change in GE-Proton10-28 is the fix for spatial audio using Wine's ALSA driver, which allows games to work with headphones properly. The update also includes several smaller game patches and tweaks that provide more options and stability for users running games on Linux.
IceWM 4.0.0 has been released, bringing significant enhancements to the window switching feature. The Alt+Tab interface can now handle a large number of application windows without slowing down, and it also includes a new "QuickSwitchPreview" feature that lets users peek at available applications while switching. In addition to these improvements, the release addresses several issues, including problems with keyboard layout switching and external programs updating workspace names in the taskbar. Overall, IceWM 4.0.0 improves performance on high-resolution screens, cleans up preferences, and enhances display handling across different locales and hardware setups.
PHP 8.5.2, along with updates to PHP 8.4 and 8.3, has release candidates available for testing. The updated builds address various security issues and bugs found in older versions of the language. Notably, a use-after-free vulnerability was fixed by ensuring reentrancy during error handler deactivation, and several other problems were addressed, including incorrect assumptions when handling function signatures and generator-related glitches. Additionally, we cleaned up memory leaks in functions like ldap_set_options() and improved various modules like EXIF, Intl, and LDAP.
The latest version of Fish shell, 4.3.2, has been released with several bug fixes and improvements. These updates address issues such as macOS packages failing to launch due to a "Malformed Mach-O file" error and problems with integrating extra functions from vendor_functions.d directories. Additionally, the release resolves issues like sample config files being overwritten during startup, weird characters appearing on the screen, an infinite prompt redraw loop, and cross-compilation support issues.
The latest version of Goverlay, 1.6.7, is now available as a standalone Flatpak application on Flathub, making it easy for users to access powerful utilities like MangoHud and OptiScaler through their system's package manager. The main goal of Goverlay is to simplify the configuration process for these tools, allowing gamers to customize their graphical overlay with ease. This release brings several improvements, including enhanced debugging support, bug fixes, and smoother syncing with AMD FidelityFX overlays. With its user-friendly design and Flathub support, Goverlay makes it easy to install and update these utilities across various Linux distributions.
A critical bug in Fish shell version 4.3.0 has been addressed with the release of update 4.3.1, which fixes a potential system crash caused by expanding abbreviations within the shell. The issue was identified as specific defect #12223, which threatened to disrupt user experience and cause an unintended shutdown. Fortunately, the 4.3.1 update resolves this problem, ensuring a smoother interaction between users and the Fish shell. Fish's overall reliability has improved for all users, especially those who previously encountered issues after upgrading to 4.3.0.
The Fish Shell has been updated to version 4.3.0, which brings various improvements to enhance the user experience on macOS and Linux platforms. The update includes changes such as moving universal variables out of the way by default, making configuration simpler, as well as new features like a status --language command for customizing fish messages and improved file path completion with special characters. Additionally, issues have been fixed, including one where non-interactive fish sessions didn't work properly for figuring out completions. The update also includes various other enhancements and fixes, such as better integration with iTerm2 and improvements to terminal interactions like deleting escaped spaces.
Inkscape 1.4.3 has been released with nearly 100 bug fixes and various small improvements to the software. The update addresses common pain points such as crashes when opening certain files or exporting objects and includes enhancements to PDF handling and user interface refinement. Additionally, extension lovers will find improved features, including multi-line text entry fields, alignment fixes, and clearer error messages, with effect extensions now also available in XSLT for developers. Platform-specific fixes include reliable drag-and-drop functionality on Linux and JPEG/JPG export on Windows.
Wine Staging 11.0 RC4 is live, bringing its version in line with the latest core code release. This update creates a fresh base for ongoing work and should help developers focus on specific changes rather than adjusting to outdated parts. Unlike standard Wine updates, which often drop new features all at once, Wine Staging rolls out additions one by one. This incremental approach keeps things more manageable, allowing users to test individual features without the chaos that comes with a big batch of new stuff.
The fourth release candidate for Wine 11.0 has been released, marking another step forward towards the final version. This is primarily a bug fix release with no new features or significant enhancements, focusing instead on stability and preventing regressions ahead of the final launch. The release addresses 22 bugs reported by users, including improvements for slow parallel port access, resolved crashes in certain applications, and performance dips when running benchmarks on Nvidia GPUs.
A new version of VSCodium has been released: 1.107.18627. This update specifically addresses an issue affecting users on macOS x64 who are trying to use the arm64 version of vscodium-policy-watcher, which had previously caused launch failures. The correction should help smooth out workflow issues and reduce frustration for affected users. This release marks another step in VSCodium's ongoing improvement process.
A new version of QEMU 10.2.0 has been released to the public, packed with significant updates and changes contributed by over 188 authors through more than 2300 commits. The latest code can be downloaded from QEMU's download page, where users can also find an exhaustive changelog detailing every change made in this release cycle. Key highlights include improved support for FreeBSD hosts, a new live update capability, enhanced performance through the use of io_uring, and smoother user-mode emulation operation. Additionally, various CPU features have been added or upgraded for ARM emulation, while PowerPC, RISC-V, and s390x users also benefit from numerous updates and enhancements.
A new version of VS Codium, 1.107.18605, has been released with several key improvements and updates. Developer daiyam has worked on internal patches that primarily aim to boost performance and smooth out stability issues across the program. Additionally, an Electron framework update was made to 39.2.7, which is expected to bring cross-platform consistency and potential performance gains or stability improvements. This release also integrates insider builds into the stable version of VS Code, allowing more users to benefit from a faster testing loop.
