October Linux application updates bring new features and stability fixes across major open-source tools.
OpenShot 4.1 introduces CLI automation for export and basic edits tailored for AI agent workflows.
Thunderbird 159 addresses attachment and search bugs while adding system tray unread indicators.
Other updates include OBS Studio 33.0 separating plugin paths, along with new releases for Firefox, Calibre, ONLYOFFICE, and KeePassXC.
Open Shot 4.1
OpenShot video editor has reached version 4.1, which makes it easier to create titles with a new clickable text tool. It also revamps the text display menu, expands automatic low-resolution copy creation, and adds automation support for commands that can be leveraged by AI tools like Claude Code.
FBReader 2.5
The FBReader e-book reader app has been released in beta, featuring a revamped library. The app is now connected to the Readino bookstore and the Screvi service, and has the ability to read books aloud, play audio and video files in EPUB format, and open comic files and OPDS 2.0 catalogs.
Thunderbird 159
The new version of the Thunderbird email client brings Linux users unread message indicators in the taskbar icon and message counts in the relevant information box. The update also fixes bugs such as lost attachments, search issues, and syncing difficulties.
NOTE Studio 33.0
OBS Studio, a live streaming and screen recording program, now separates built-in and third-party plugins by storing them in different folders. It should be noted that the new version stops supporting the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS operating system.
Haruna 1.9
The Haruna media player has gained adjustable on-screen information display, a sidebar for transcription, simpler chapter display in the search bar, and segment visibility for YouTube live streams.
Tributary 0.7.2 and 0.7.1 alpha
Tributary music app updates restore missing equalizer buttons and icons, add a keyboard shortcut to quickly return to the currently playing track, and update the network and encryption libraries.
Scribus 1.7.4
Scribus, a page layout program, has released a new evolutionary version that revamps table editing with spreadsheet-like selection capabilities. It also fixes seven memory safety issues in image import filters, which have been incorporated into the stable version 1.6.7.
Blanc and other updates
The Blanc browser has gained customizable mouse gestures, time-of-day wallpapers, uBlock Origin integration, and support for Kagi search. This month's releases also include a maintenance release for Kdenlive, the release of qBittorrent 5.3.0 with new library support, and speed improvements for the Cine media player.
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