scrcpy, a free tool for mirroring Android devices on computers, has released version 2.7 with gamepad support and enhanced frame rate control, for time-lapse videos for example. It also includes fixes for ONYX devices and upgrades to SDL 2.30.7 for Windows. FreeCAD, the open-source parametric 3D modeler, has released its first release candidate for version 1.0, targeting users who prefer near-complete software. With only seven known release blockers, the team encourages users to test RC1 on real projects and report any issues. Mullvad has updated its VPN iOS app to include a new “multihop” feature, allowing users to route traffic through two servers for enhanced privacy. This can complicate data collection for adversaries, but may impact performance based on server locations. MX Linux has released MX-23.4 “Libretto,” the fourth update of the MX-23 series, featuring enhancements and bug fixes. Based on Debian 12.7, it updates Xfce, KDE, and Fluxbox ISOs to the 6.10 Linux kernel. Key updates include improved package installers, encryption defaults, and UI improvements. Photomator is now fully compatible with #iOS18! The latest update ensures a smooth photo editing experience on iOS 18 and introduces new dark and tinted Photomator icons. 🚀 Get the update here: 🎉 FLEXIBITS IOS 18 UPDATES 🎉 The latest updates for Fantastical and Cardhop are here with exciting new features for #iOS18! Update today to customize your icons, add to Control Center, and see Live Activities on your Watch: https://flexibits.com/blog/2024/09/ios-18-fantastical-3-9-and-cardhop-2-3-are-here/ Spark, a popular email client, has released an update optimized for iOS 18. The update features a customizable app icon and enhanced integration with iOS 18’s Control Center and Lock Screen. The update also leverages iOS 18’s enhanced Siri and Apple Intelligence capabilities for hands-free email management. #FreeCAD 1.0 RC1 is out! It includes all the topological naming problem fixes in v0.22. You can check it out here: https://blog.adafruit.com/2024/09/12/the-first-release-candidate-of-freecad-1-0-is-out-3dthursday-3dprinting/ Multihop now available on iOS! Read more here: https://mullvad.net/blog/multihop-now-available-on-ios ...however @mullvadnet is still *not* working properly in macOS Sequoia 🥲 (iCloud services sync is inaccessible #bug ) PhotoPrism's latest update enhances HEIC file support, fixes archive issues, and improves sidecar file visibility. New features include interactive Swagger docs, Go 1.22.7 upgrade, and added and improved translations. We are happy to announce that a new stable release with improved HEIC file support for iOS 18 compatibility, UX enhancements, and bug fixes will be available soon! Our release notes have already been updated and include a full list of changes: https://docs.photoprism.app/release-notes/ Suno AI's new Covers feature, in early-access beta, allows users to reimagine music in new styles, transforming voice recordings or tracks while keeping the melody. Pro/Premier users get 100 free Covers https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/9/suno-ai-s-new-covers-feature-lets-users-reimagine-music-in-any-different-style/ #Kdenlive 24.08.1 is out and we urge all to upgrade. This version fixes recent playback and render regressions while fixing a wide range of bugs. Twitch Support's new policy bans channels that re-broadcast content from larger streamers without adding commentary or creative engagement to protect original content creators and address content theft https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/9/twitch-bans-waiting-room-streams-to-protect-original-content-creators-from-impersonation/ Biome, a web project formatting and linting toolchain, just celebrated its first anniversary with the release of version 1.9. Key updates include a stabilized CSS formatter and linter, default GraphQL file support, an experimental search command, and alignment with Prettier v3.3 for JavaScript formatting. The linter now includes over 250 rules, nearing full ESLint compatibility. Nextcloud has launched Hub 9 with enhanced decentralization, advanced federation, and a new UI design. It introduces powerful new features, including automation with Windmill, a collaborative Whiteboard, an upgraded AI Assistant, and improved Files, Office, Talk, and Groupware functionalities, along with strengthened security and expanded integrations https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/9/nextcloud-hub-9-revolutionizing-decentralization-with-advanced-federation-and-ai-features/ Ardour 8.7, the latest version of the open-source DAW, is now available for Linux, Windows, and macOS. Key updates include improved track arrangement, simplified ruler displays, enhanced MIDI support, and parallelized disk I/O for better performance. This release also includes bug fixes and updated plugins, marking the final update before version 9.0. Introducing Nextcloud Hub 9: Decentralization is here 🚀 🌐 Federated collaboration: work together and calls across servers @nextcloud Nice. I just need to wait a bit for some of the core apps I have installed to get updates to be compatible. @nextcloud looking forward to try exciting new features of #Nextcloud Hub 9 seen on #NextcloudConf2024 😀 Google is testing a desktop windowing feature for Android tablets, allowing users to resize and arrange apps like on a desktop. Available in developer preview, it enhances multitasking with a taskbar and supports multiple app instances. Similar to Apple's Stage Manager and Samsung’s DeX, it can be activated via a window handle or keyboard shortcut https://alternativeto.net/news/2024/9/google-tests-desktop-windowing-feature-for-android-tablets-similar-to-samsung-s-dex/ |