RefreshOS 3.1 has launched, built on Debian 13.7 with Linux kernel 6.12.113 and KDE Plasma 6.3.6.
This release establishes a new official repository at featuring Stable, Testing, and Experimental channels with signed APT data.
It also introduces i386 architecture support for 32-bit software and Steam compatibility, alongside a dedicated refreshos-release package for future updates.
The new release is now based on Debian version 13.7 and incorporates Linux kernel 6.12.113. Along with these, the system includes the KDE Plasma 6.3.6 desktop environment.
The new central software repository
The biggest change in the new version is the creation of an official software repository at repo.refreshos.org/v3. This infrastructure is divided into three channels, Stable, Testing, and Experimental, to facilitate testing and distribution of programs.
At the same time, the new refreshos-release package has been added to manage future updates. The system now uses digitally signed data and a special key for downloading programs from the repository.
Support for 32-bit programs and Steam
Another important addition is support for the i386 architecture. This means users can run older 32-bit software as well as the necessary components for the Steam gaming platform, making the system more flexible for gamers.
Fixes and functional improvements
In the area of functionality, a menu issue where home folder shortcuts could stop working when the system was not set to English has been fixed. In addition, various improvements have been made to the installation process and system files.
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