Oracle has released VirtualBox version 7.2.6 as a maintenance update to address various issues and add new features. The update fixes problems with virtual machines under certain conditions, particularly those running Windows, and resolves critical errors such as Guru Meditation errors on Windows systems. Performance concerns have also been addressed, including high CPU usage during NAT operations. Additionally, the update includes UI tweaks, feature additions for open-source users, and other internal improvements to enhance overall functionality.
Zed has released a new version, 0.221.4, with several tweaks and additions aimed at improving the coding experience. The update includes integration of the ACP Registry, making it easier for users to access tools they need, as well as interface adjustments for editing queued messages and upgrading the agent panel. Other notable changes include support for running MCP servers on external machines, improved performance when using streaming tools, and refinements to language support features such as Markdown bracket coloring and syntax highlighting. The update also includes bug fixes and other minor improvements that should enhance day-to-day use of Zed.
Ungoogled Chromium 144 strips all hard‑coded Google endpoints by appending a bogus suffix (e.g., accounts.google.qjz9zk), so any stray requests to Google services instantly fail and the browser operates without background “pings” to Google.
Krita has released version 5.2.15, focusing on stability and smoother operation for users on the Xiaomi Pad. This update includes fixes for crashes related to the smudge brush, liquefying actions, undoing actions, and embedded profile errors. Additionally, improvements have been made to loading TIFF files with JPEG compression, and changes have been implemented to address quirks on the Xiaomi Pad, such as stylus button issues and curve handling bugs. The update also includes various user interface tweaks, including fixes for touch events and shortcut handling.
A new version of Zen Browser, 1.18.2b, has been released with several important changes and improvements. The update addresses security concerns by fixing a moderate-severity issue in the Anti-Tracking component and a high-severity use-after-free flaw in the Scrolling and Overflow part. Additionally, the browser's features have been refreshed with an updated Gecko engine integration from Firefox version 147.0.2, providing users with improved performance and functionality. The update also includes various bug fixes and minor improvements to tab management, window behavior, and system integration.
Goverlay 1.7.3 has been released, marking another step forward in its development as a widely used gaming overlay tool. However, users who install it through Flathub may not notice significant changes due to limitations imposed by Flathub's requirements. Native and AppImage installations, on the other hand, have seen welcome refinements, including new configuration options for MangoHud and vkBasalt, and fixes for bugs such as Steam games continuing to run after closing the overlay. The release also sees Goverlay comply with Linux standards, using XDG Base Directory specification to manage settings and logs in standard locations.
The PHP 8.4.18 release candidate focuses on hard‑core stability fixes, eliminating critical use‑after‑free and null‑pointer crashes that previously caused segfaults during shutdown, garbage collection, and JIT compilation. Google’s OSS‑Fuzz uncovered hidden problems such as an infinite loop in fiber destructors and a broken optimizer path, both now guarded against, while ancillary updates improve date handling, DOM parsing, mbstring functions, OpenSSL error‑path memory leaks, and several miscellaneous components like var_dump and SplDoublyLinkedList. These patches collectively make long‑running CLI workers, FPM pools, and applications that rely on fibers, multibyte strings, or custom HTML injection far more reliable.
The PHP 8.5.3 release candidate tightens up core stability, fixing a slew of use‑after‑free and memory‑leak bugs that have been crashing JIT‑enabled scripts and long‑running daemons. It also updates timelib to 2022.16, corrects DOM parsing inside <script> tags, and resolves several multibyte string edge cases that previously caused division‑by‑zero errors. OpenSSL, PGSQL, and OPCache receive targeted patches that stop obscure crashes during certificate parsing and query building. Overall, the update is a pragmatic clean‑up that lets developers enable aggressive optimizations without fearing sudden segfaults.
Valve has released an update to its Proton software, a compatibility layer that allows running Windows games on Linux and other platforms. The new version, labeled 10.0-4, adds several titles directly accessible via Proton Experimental, including Surgeon Simulator: Experience Reality and Changeling VR. This release also tackles specific game hiccups reported by users, such as issues with Evil Under the Sun in French and HDR problems on OLED Steam Decks. Beyond these fixes, Proton 10.0-4 brings general compatibility enhancements and user experience improvements, including better controller feedback handling and audio tweaks for various games.
The Heroic Games Launcher has released a new update, version 2.19.1, which aims to resolve launching issues on Linux caused by library conflicts between Legendary and GOGDL components. The update also brings various improvements across different platforms, including streamlined key options, improved gamepad navigation, and enhanced security measures for Windows users. Additionally, macOS users now benefit from DXMT chip support, while Linux users can look forward to initial auto-update support for games launched via AppImage.
Node 25.5.0 upgrades the bundled NSS trust store to 3.119, eliminating many TLS‑certificate errors that plagued older versions after recent CA rollouts. It adds LIEF as a core dependency, which slightly lengthens native‑addon builds but otherwise stays invisible to pure JavaScript projects. The new fs.watch ignore option lets you filter out noise files, dramatically cutting down unnecessary rebuilds for long‑running watchers. Finally, the --build-sea flag enables creating single‑executable bundles directly with Node, while SQLite now runs in defensive mode by default for safer database handling.
Godot has officially released version 4.6, marking a shift from focusing on stability to emphasizing polish and performance boosts. The new update includes several notable changes, such as a cleaner editor theme called "Modern," which is designed to improve user experience and reduce clutter. Additionally, Jolt Physics has become the default physics engine for new 3D projects, offering strong performance and reliability. Other features include floatable editor docks, inverse kinematics, improved screen space reflections, unique node IDs, and initial support for using Godot's tech directly within applications through LibGodot.
The Heroic Games Launcher has been updated to version 2.19.0, introducing various tweaks and platform enhancements for a smoother user experience. This release includes experimental support for Zoom platform games on Linux, performance gains on macOS due to added DXMT support, and improved navigation across all platforms. The update also fixes issues such as the broken Steam install option on macOS and adds basic support for AppImage auto-update on Linux. Additionally, core tech upgrades have been made, including an updated Electron version and fixes for GOGDL and Legendary bugs.
Goverlay 1.7.2 has been released and adds “Save As” support for MangoHud and vkBasalt, letting you store per‑game configs anywhere you like. It now auto‑installs OptiScaler for FGMOD, checks dependencies on startup, and notifies you of the result. All files have been moved to XDG‑compliant locations, eliminating stray log files and making backups easier. The update also fixes Steam process handling, resolves launch‑script errors, and cleans up context menus for a smoother UI.
LACT 0.8.4 sharpens the UI—fan‑curve dragging is snappy, tabs are remembered, and long process names display correctly—while fixing memory leaks and zombie dbus listeners that previously bled RAM and CPU cycles. A new Docker image lets you run only the daemon/CLI on headless servers, making it easy to export metrics (e.g., via OpenTelemetry) without a graphical session. AMD mobile APUs now expose separate CPU/GPU power sensors, giving more accurate power‑usage graphs for battery‑life tuning. Overall the update trims unnecessary bugs and adds practical headless support, turning LACT into a genuinely usable Linux GPU monitor.
Wine Staging has released its latest update, version 11.1, which combines existing updates from the main branch with experimental tweaks to boost application compatibility. This build includes fixes for ongoing issues in previous versions and integrates the vkd3d project, offering improved DirectX graphics support for stubborn games. Additionally, embedded XML handling has been improved to address parsing problems in older .NET software that relies on specific XML conventions. Users can try version 11.1 to see if it resolves any specific issues with Windows programs on their Linux system.
GIMP version 3.0.8 has been released, focusing on cleaning up and making everything more stable since its last launch. The update includes fixes for long-standing bugs and regressions, such as improved font handling, which should now load before images to prevent display glitches with XCF files, particularly beneficial for macOS users. Additionally, the update addresses various minor issues, including a rare crash related to the Equalize filter, security patches in file format plug-ins, and UI tweaks to smooth out the user experience.
A small update, Bottles 61.1, has been released to address an issue that arose from yesterday's release of Bottles 61.0. It appears that the metadata for the previous version was missing, which developers have since rectified.
Zen Browser 1.18.1b fixes a bug that prevented new profiles from correctly migrating existing session files, so tabs, windows and cookies now carry over as expected. The shortcut for opening a blank window has been changed to Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + N, mirroring Firefox’s behavior and reducing accidental window opens. If you already use multiple profiles or rely on saved sessions, the update is worth installing; otherwise it can be postponed. You can re‑map the old key combo in Zen’s Keyboard Shortcuts if the new one feels unfamiliar.
Gear Lever 4.3.0 adds a safety check that blocks an AppImage update while the program is still running, preventing corrupted binaries. One‑click integration creates proper .desktop entries so AppImages appear in your desktop menu and can be launched like native apps. The UI is clean, built on Qt6, and the tool stays lightweight—no hidden daemons or telemetry, though its own update reminder can be disabled. If you manage more than a couple of AppImages, this release makes organization and reliable updating worth installing.
