GNOME 49 lands next week, bringing a fresh set of features and design tweaks aimed at making everyday desktop life on Linux smoother, sharper, and more

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!

GNOME 49 'Brescia' introduces significant design improvements including a new accessibility menu at login, media controls on the lock screen, and redesigned Quick Settings with independent monitor brightness control. The release replaces default apps Totem with Showtime video player and Evince with Papers document viewer, both built with modern GTK4 technology. Nautilus file manager gains a redesigned search interface with pill-based filters and visual indicators for cut files. Major under-the-hood changes include Mutter window manager improvements for better fractional scaling and the controversial decision to disable X11 session support, making Wayland the only option for GNOME desktop sessions.

GNOME 49: Best New Features