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Ubuntu Touch Q&A 198
Q&A 198 will be live this Saturday 5th Sept at 19:00 UTC.
Watch live here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcZMfv0gryc (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcZMfv0gryc)
We have all the latest news and development, and your questions and answers.
Questions can be posted live in the Q&A or using this Forum link for priority: https://forums.ubports.com/topic/12546/ubuntu-touch-q-a-198-call-for-questions
Please remember that questions on porting to device *** or its status, or questions on bugs will not be answered.
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Back in ~2016, I installed #UbuntuTouch on my Google Nexus 6 (2013). Some apps didn't run and there was poor documentation, so I abandoned the project.
This weekend, Ubuntu finally closed the no-documentation bug. Yes, ten years later! I must have been subscribed to the bug. My email got flooded by ex-Ubuntu engineers reminiscing about the project.
This caught the attention of the tech press!
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2026/08/ubuntu-phone-bug-reunion -
@wild1145 There is now a working native app for #UBports #UbuntuTouch in the Open Store, called Mastodon Native. So that's one issue resolved.
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@RachelThornSub
AuroraStore works fine in Waydroid on Ubuntu Touch. I installed it using #fdroid -
This week's Linux and FOSS news:
LINUX NEWS
After the AUR Malware Flood, Yay v13 Lets You Script Your Own Safety Net:
https://feed.itsfoss.com/link/24361/17363250/yay-v13-releaseCanonical's New AI Tool Wants You to Talk to Ubuntu Instead of Type:
https://feed.itsfoss.com/link/24361/17363827/myna-ai-speech-to-text-tool
(I mean, if it's fully local, then it isn't that bad, especially if there's a way to disable the keyboard shortcut, so that users who don't need this feature won't accidentally turn on and share microphone input.)Ubuntu flavours now need a beta release to ship:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2026/06/ubuntu-flavours-mandatory-beta-releaseDebian-Based SparkyLinux 2026.06 Rolling Brings Linux Kernel 7.1 Support:
https://9to5linux.com/debian-based-sparkylinux-2026-06-rolling-brings-linux-kernel-7-1-supportTails 7.9 Anonymous OS Rolls Out with Tor Browser and Firmware Updates:
https://linuxiac.com/tails-7-9-anonymous-os-rolls-out-with-tor-browser-and-firmware-updates/openSUSE’s Agama 22 Installer Brings Usability and Accessibility Improvements:
https://9to5linux.com/opensuses-agama-22-installer-brings-usability-and-accessibility-improvementsShelly 2.4 GUI Package Manager for Arch Linux Released with New Features:
https://9to5linux.com/shelly-2-4-gui-package-manager-for-arch-linux-released-with-new-featuresValve releases SteamOS 3.8 stable with Steam Machine support:
https://videocardz.com/newz/valve-releases-steamos-3-8-stable-with-steam-machine-supportSlackware-Based PorteuX 2.7 Released with Linux 7.1, KDE Plasma 6.7, and More:
https://9to5linux.com/slackware-based-porteux-2-7-released-with-linux-7-1-kde-plasma-6-7-and-morePlasma 6 comes to Slackware:
https://blog.slackware.nl/kde-plasma-6_25-12-for-slackware-current/KDE Plasma 6.7 release brings per-monitor desktops, revives Oxygen:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2026/06/kde-plasma-6-7-releasedUbuntu Touch OTA 2.0 Promises Support for the Nothing Phone, Beta Out Now:
https://9to5linux.com/ubuntu-touch-ota-2-0-promises-support-for-the-nothing-phone-beta-out-nowPhosh Mobile Settings update:
https://social.phosh.mobi/@phosh/statuses/01KTYGFJYYQMWQAEDNR7QMTXE8Livi 0.5.0 mobile video player released:
https://social.phosh.mobi/@phosh/statuses/01KTGTF5JQJSMMQPYHEH97K041(more Linux and FOSS news in comments)
#WeeklyNews #News #Linux #LinuxNews #AUR #Arch #Yay #Ubuntu #SparkyLinux #Tails #TailsOS #openSUSE #Shelly #SteamOS #Slackware #PorteuX #KDE #KDEPlasma #UbuntuTouch #UBports #Phosh #Livi #DesktopLinux #LinuxDesktop #LinuxMobile #MobileLinux #LinuxDistro #DistroRelease #DesktopEnvironment #FosseryTech
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Als teil des "Digital Independence Day" hab ich mein daily-driver Smartphone, ein Fairphone 5, unlocked und das Android durch ubuntu Touch ersetzt. Bis auf 2 wichtige Android Apps (Whatsapp, S-PushTAN) läuft es ziemlich gut und ich vermisse nichts. Ersteres kann ich via #waydroid laufen lassen, aber letzteres? Hat wer ne Idee wie ich die APK davon bekomme?
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Convocatoria para pruebas: Ubuntu Touch 24.04-1.1 y 20.04 OTA-11
https://forums.ubports.com/topic/11557/call-for-testing-ubuntu-touch-24.04-1.1
https://forums.ubports.com/topic/11558/call-for-testing-ubuntu-touch-20.04-ota-11
#UTNoble #UT240411 #NobleNumbat #Ubuntu2404 #OTA11 #UTFocal #Focal #Ubuntu2004 #UBports #UbuntuTouch #Lomiri #SoftwareLibre #GNULinux
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This week's Linux and FOSS news:
LINUX NEWS
Ubuntu 25.10 Released, Available to Download Now (with GNOME 49, TPM-backed disk encryption, Ptyxis terminal and Loupe image viewer preinstalled):
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/10/ubuntu-25-10-releasedHow To Fix Broken Flatpak Issue In Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka:
https://ostechnix.com/fix-broken-flatpak-ubuntu-25-10-questing-quokka/
(Hmm, seems like they are testing how users react to not being able to install Flatpaks. They are using the Microsoft technique to do something their users don't like, undo it, then push it again later.)Xubuntu Linux 25.10 released with improved Wayland support and Xfce 4.20:
https://betanews.com/2025/10/10/xubuntu-linux-25-10-released-with-improved-wayland-support-and-xfce-4-20/Ubuntu Reveal Codename of Next Year’s 26.04 LTS:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/10/ubuntu-26-04-lts-codename-resolute-raccoonFedora 43 Landing Emergency Change To Increase /boot Due To NVIDIA GPU Firmware & Other Bloat:
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Fedora-43-Bigger-Boot-FirmwareSolus Linux Preparing To Remove Python 2, Big systemd Upgrade & Finish /usr Merge:
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Solus-Linux-EOY-2025-EpochIntroducing KRetro: a Libretro game emulator from KDE! (Alpha Release):
https://blog.seshan.xyz/2025/10/05/introducing-kretro-a-libretro-game-emulator-from-kde-alpha-release/Proton Experimental brings fixes for The Quarry, For Honor, God of War: Ragnarok and more:
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/10/proton-experimental-brings-fixes-for-the-quarry-for-honor-god-of-war-ragnarok-and-more/Proton 10.0-3 release candidate live for testing better Windows game compatibility on Linux / Steam Deck:
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/10/proton-10-0-3-release-candidate-live-for-testing-better-windows-game-compatibility-on-linux-steam-deck/Amazon Ditches Android — Launches 'Linux-Based' Vega OS for Fire TV:
https://news.itsfoss.com/amazon-vega-os/Ubuntu Touch (UBports) 24.04-1.0 released as the first version based on Ubuntu 24.04, with Fairphone 5 support, light mode, personal data encryption, etc.:
https://ubports.com/blog/ubports-news-1/ubuntu-touch-24-04-1-0-release-3973Phosh 0.50.0 released with some smaller changes, bug fixes:
https://phosh.mobi/releases/rel-0.50.0/(more Linux and FOSS news in comments)
#WeeklyNews #News #Linux #LinuxNews #Ubuntu #Flatpak #Xubuntu #Ubuntu2510 #ubuntu25_10 #Ubuntu2604 #Ubuntu26 #Fedora #Fedora43 #Solus #KRetro #KDE #LinuxGaming #Gaming #Proton #Amazon #VegaOS #FireTV #UbuntuTouch #Ubuntu_Touch #UBPorts #Phosh #MobileLinux #LinuxMobile #Distro #LinuxDistro #LinuxDistribution #DistroRelease #DistributionRelease #DesktopLinux #LinuxDesktop #FosseryTech
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Instalador de UBports
Hoy nos complace anunciar el lanzamiento de UBports Installer 0.11.0, disponible en versiones para GNU/Linux, macOS y Windows.
https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer
La nueva versión del instalador también será discutida en el Ubuntu Touch Q&A de hoy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=svGA-AE7WgM
Traducido de https://t.me/ubports_news/1169
#UBportsInstaller #GPLv3 #UBports #UbuntuTouch #Lomiri #SoftwareLibre #GNULinux
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Ubuntu Touch OTA-8 Focal Release
We at UBports are proud to announce the release of Ubuntu Touch OTA-8 Focal, which brings a host of new improvements and features. This release is based on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa), providing a more stable and secure foundation for the Ubuntu Touch experience.
Key New Features:
1. Base System Upgrade to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa):
- The base system has been upgraded to Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, offering performance and security enhancements.
- Better support for modern applications and software libraries.
2. User Interface Improvements:
- Enhancements to the user interface for a smoother experience.
- Fixes for numerous bugs reported by users.
3. New Device Support:
- Added support for new devices, expanding the list of devices compatible with Ubuntu Touch.
- Improvements in support for existing devices.
4. Performance Enhancements:
- Optimizations in power consumption to extend battery life.
- Improvements in system speed and responsiveness.
5. Security Updates:
- Critical security updates to protect user data.
- Fixes for known security vulnerabilities.
How to Update to OTA-8:
- Open your device settings.
- Navigate to the "Updates" section.
- Check for the new update (OTA-8).
- Download and install the update.
Support and Community Involvement:
We welcome all users to report any bugs or suggest improvements for the system. You can join the UBports community through:
Special Thanks:
We would like to extend our gratitude to all contributors and developers who helped make this release possible. Your support and engagement are what keep Ubuntu Touch evolving.
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إصدار Ubuntu Touch OTA-8 Focal
نفخر في UBports بالإعلان عن إصدار Ubuntu Touch OTA-8 Focal، والذي يأتي مع العديد من التحسينات والإضافات الجديدة. هذا الإصدار يعتمد على نظام Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa)، مما يوفر قاعدة أكثر استقرارًا وأمانًا لتجربة Ubuntu Touch.
أبرز الميزات الجديدة:
1. ترقية نظام الأساس إلى Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa):
- تم ترقية نظام الأساس إلى Ubuntu 20.04 LTS، مما يوفر تحسينات في الأداء والأمان.
- دعم أفضل للتطبيقات الحديثة والمكتبات البرمجية.
2. تحسينات في واجهة المستخدم:
- تحسينات في واجهة المستخدم لتجربة أكثر سلاسة.
- إصلاحات للعديد من الأخطاء التي تم الإبلاغ عنها من قبل المستخدمين.
3. دعم جديد للأجهزة:
- تمت إضافة دعم لأجهزة جديدة، مما يوسع قائمة الأجهزة المتوافقة مع Ubuntu Touch.
- تحسينات في دعم الأجهزة الحالية.
4. تحسينات في الأداء:
- تحسينات في استهلاك الطاقة لزيادة عمر البطارية.
- تحسينات في سرعة النظام واستجابته.
5. تحديثات الأمان:
- تحديثات أمان مهمة لحماية بيانات المستخدمين.
- إصلاحات للثغرات الأمنية المعروفة.
كيفية التحديث إلى OTA-8:
- فتح إعدادات الجهاز.
- الانتقال إلى قسم "التحديثات".
- التحقق من وجود التحديث الجديد (OTA-8).
- تنزيل التحديث وتثبيته.
الدعم والمشاركة:
نحن نرحب بجميع المستخدمين للإبلاغ عن أي أخطاء أو تقديم اقتراحات لتحسين النظام. يمكنك المشاركة في مجتمع UBports من خلال:
شكر خاص:
نود أن نشكر جميع المساهمين والمطورين الذين ساهموا في إنجاز هذا الإصدار. دعمكم وتفاعلكم هو ما يجعل Ubuntu Touch يستمر في التطور.
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Lilbits: Amazon to drop Android (for Fire TVs), Fossil to drop smartwatches, Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 released, Lichee Console 4A reviewed
Seven years after Ubuntu developer Canonical stopped supporting a mobile version of the GNU/Linux distribution designed for smartphones, the folks at UBPorts continue to keep Ubuntu Touch alive and ticking. This week the team rolled out Ubuntu Touch OTA-4 with support for over two dozen smartphones and tablets.
In other recent tech news, it looks […]https://liliputing.com/?p=166317
#amazon #cnxSoftware #fireOs #fireTv #fossil #licheeConsole4a #lilbits #linuxsmartphones #mobileLinux #riscV #sipeed #smartwatch #ubports #ubuntuTouch #vegaOs #wearOs
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A new #UBports Installer is out please use this version for all your #UbuntuTouch 20.04 #Focal needs.
https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer/releases/tag/0.9.10
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Ubuntu Touch OTA-1 Focal brings Ubuntu 20.04 LTS to smartphones
https://liliputing.com/ubuntu-touch-ota-1-focal-brings-ubuntu-20-04-lts-to-smartphones/
#FocalFossa #UBPorts #UbuntuTouch #liliputing #MobileLinux #LinuxMobile
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Finally managed to install #Ubuntu_Touch on my old #Pixel3a!
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I purchased a refurbished 2013 Asus Nexus 7 to try Ubuntu Touch. I used the UBports Installer and got it working with little hassle. In this post, I describe the process and offer some (very) early and brief impressions of Ubuntu Touch. I look forward to learning more about it and writing a longer piece in the future.
https://thenewleafjournal.com/installing-ubuntu-touch-on-an-asus-nexus-7-2013/
#tablet #nexus7 #ubuntutouch #ubuntu #ubports #ubportsinstaller #manjaro #snap #openstore #nextcloud #foss #newleafjournal #TheNewLeafJournal
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I promise, we'll get back to more exciting features in the #UBportsInstaller soon, but here's another round of refactoring and some groundwork for things to come: https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer/releases/tag/0.8.7-beta
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Got some more refactoring done on the #UBportsInstaller. No new features in 0.8.6-beta, but a redesign (yay, simplification!) of the system-image plugin. Here's the full changelog, if you're a nerd: https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer/releases/tag/0.8.6-beta
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Getting back to work on the #UBportsInstaller; here's a tiny maintenance release delivering some small bugfixes (thanks to the @ubports community), as well as updated dependencies. Will now resume working on some of the good stuff i promised, stay tuned 🤠
Get yours here: https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer/releases/tag/0.8.5-beta
Or run `snap install ubports-installer` in your terminal, if you want to be accepted as one of the cool kids
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A new year and a new device hits the #UBportsInstaller!
Welcome to Ubuntu Touch on the little Samsung S3 Neo! With its new makeover, the S3 Neo is a very affordable, durable (and did we say small?) device. You can now convert it to run Ubuntu Touch, directly from the installer, thanks to all the great work done by our wonderful Florian!
#UBports #UbuntuTouch
https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/s3ve3g/ -
Tiny @ubports installer maintenance release fixing an issue with setting udev rules and improving ux for unlocking the bootloaders on some devices. Also improved API speed and updated dependencies. Update here: https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer/releases/tag/0.8.2-beta
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New device alert!
Thanks to Ricard Brazeau, you can now conveniently install #UbuntuTouch on most variants of the #SamsungGalaxyNote4 with the #UBportsInstaller!
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We have just released #UBportsInstaller 0.8.1-beta, bringing us close to the first stable 1.0.0 version! This release implements the new Installer configuration specification and fixes some bugs. Full change log:
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Just finished work on v2 of the @ubports Installer specification, i think it's going to make a lot of things easier in the future! Here's some of the gems: A thread! #UBports #UbuntuTouch #UBportsInstaller
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Thanks to the tireless work of Vince Franchomme, you can now conveniently install #UbuntuTouch on your #Oneplus2 using the #UBportsInstaller! https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/oneplus2/
But wait, there's more! If you find that #UbuntuTouch does not work for you yet, the #UBportsInstaller has got you covered. Just run the installer again select #LineageOS to switch back. #DistroHopping on phones has never been easier!
What are you waiting for? Get the latest #UBportsInstaller and revive your #Oneplus2!
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Thanks to the tireless work of Vince, you can now conveniently install #UbuntuTouch on your #Oneplus2 using the #UBportsInstaller! https://devices.ubuntu-touch.io/device/oneplus2/
But wait, there's more! If you find that #UbuntuTouch does not work for you yet, the #UBports Installer has got you covered. Just run the installer again select #LineageOS to switch back. #DistroHopping on phones has never been easier!
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Working on separating out some more re-usable modules from the #UBportsInstaller. Here's a new #OpenCuts reporting #npm package: https://www.npmjs.com/package/open-cuts-reporter #UBports @ubports #UbuntuTouch
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Just released UBports Installer 0.7.2-beta with major redesign to the background library handling device communication to make smoother procedures such as installing other operating systems on the Volla Phone.
Further details can be found at:
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We can hardly keep counting releases of UBports Installer, but are still excited about our very latest. Version 0.6.0 beta comes with:
Completion of automatic bug reporting, a ton of bug fixes, and in addition a new step to enable support for upcoming devices.More details on the release notes:
https://github.com/ubports/ubports-installer/releases/tag/0.6.0-beta
#UBports #UBportsInstaller #smartphones