COSMIC, the Linux desktop that can look and work however you dang well like, is adding more bling. System76 co-founder Carl Richell has given us our first

OMG Ubuntu is a premier destination for Linux enthusiasts and Ubuntu users, offering a blend of news, tutorials, and customization tips for the Ubuntu operating system. Developers can explore Ubuntu desktop features, software recommendations, and system tweaks to enhance their productivity and user experience. Furthermore, OMG Ubuntu showcases the latest developments in the Ubuntu community, including updates on Ubuntu releases, software updates, and community initiatives, fostering a vibrant ecosystem around the popular Linux distribution.

omg! ubuntu!

COSMIC Desktop Epoch 2 will introduce an optional frosted glass UI effect using Dual Kawase blur, a performance-optimized technique commonly used in gaming. The effect offers visual appeal similar to Gaussian blur but with less impact on CPU, GPU, and battery life. Users will have full control over intensity and transparency settings, and can disable it entirely. The feature is currently in the design mockup stage and will arrive in a future release.

COSMIC Desktop ‘Frosted Glass’ UI Effect Previewed

Frosted glass is a sore on the eyes. Where the heck is accessibility ? Just because Apple makes mistakes doesn’t mean everyone has to jump on it.

Hey, it least it can be turned off if it’s too much (unlike SOMEONE)

Great that new desktop environments are being made, but its still hard to replace my KDE with catppuccin macchiato theme, custom icons and cursor.