Ubuntu get 15 years of support, Google finally releases Android source code and backs down on “sideloading”, more steps to move on from X11, IKEA launches a range of Matter IoS gear, and more.

News

Canonical expands total coverage for Ubuntu LTS releases to 15 years with Legacy add-on

The wait is over: Android 16 QPR1’s source code is now available on AOSP

Google will let expert Android users to sideload all apps

GNOME Mutter Now “Completely Drops The Whole X11 Backend”

PSF Gets a Donor Surge After Rejecting Anti-DEI Federal Grant

Introducing Blender Lab

IKEA launches new smart home range with 21 Matter-compatible products

Ikea’s new smart home collection is entirely Matter-compatible

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Google Summer of Code 2025 Conclusion – KDE Mentorship

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