Hello TUXEDO Fans and Open-Source Enthusiasts!
While the wind outside is already blowing across the TUXEDO tundra with an almost wintry bite, the TUX community prefers to stay cozy in their igloos – after all, gaming is in full swing, satisfying every penguin heart! Thanks to Proton, Steam Deck & Co., nearly 90 percent of all Windows games now run on Linux. A milestone that even hardcore gamers can’t help but admire. But our developer penguins aren’t resting on the ice: Tomte now fixes quirks via individual DEB packages. And for music? AudioTube and the Advanced Radio Player guarantee there’s never a dull moment.
Enjoy reading,The TUXEDO OS Team
Note: We would like to keep you updated on the latest developments in TUXEDO OS with the TWIX series and introduce you to exciting applications as well as practical tips related to the KDE desktop and TUXEDO OS. However, this section should not be a one-way street: your feedback, ideas, and suggestions for improvement are very welcome! For this purpose, we have created a thread on Reddit, where you can reach us directly.
Updates TUXEDO OS
linux 6.14.0–114034.34~24.04.1tux1
Rebased on kernel 6.14.0–114034.34
Fixes freeze issues on the InfinityBook Pro Gen10
tuxedo-fix* in the package repositories
Introduces numerous device-specific fixes as separate packages
Fix packages can be installed selectively if needed
no manual intervention required
easy restoration of the original state by uninstalling
Tomte still installs the required fixes automatically
Available packages can be listed with [apt search tuxedo-fix]
KDE App of the Week: YouTube Music with AudioTube
When YouTube was founded in 2005, the platform was originally meant for sharing short videos online – like the very first YouTube video Me at the zoo . Today, YouTube has become the world’s leading video service, almost completely replacing traditional TV for certain age groups.
In addition to countless videos, YouTube also hosts a massive music collection. Nearly every artist and album can be found there, some officially, some unofficially. The streaming service YouTube Music organizes this content, though the premium version requires a subscription.
If you prefer to listen to your music via a native application instead of a browser, check out AudioTube . The app is based on ytmusicapi and yt-dlp and provides direct access to YouTube Music. You can search for artists, albums, or tracks, create favorites, and of course play music, all in modern KDE style.
YouTube Music doesn’t just run in the browser – with AudioTube it’s also available as a native KDE app directly on your desktop, without any web interface.
AudioTube is actively maintained, and the current version 25.08.2 is just a few weeks old. On TUXEDO OS, you can easily install the app via the Discover software manager as a Flatpak. This ensures you always have the latest version and benefit automatically from ongoing improvements. Note: The music widget in the screenshot is not part of AudioTube but comes from the PlasMusic Toolbar , which can be added separately as a KDE mini-app.
AudioTube uses the MPRIS interface, allowing KDE to display metadata such as track title, cover, and playback status system-wide, supporting widgets and media controls.
Info: Are you interested in Plasma development and want to know what new features are planned and which programs have been recently updated? You can find a detailed overview in the weekly column This week in Plasma by KDE developer Nate Graham.
TUXEDO OS Tips & Tricks: Radio on the Desktop and in the Terminal
In an age of music streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, Deezer, and others, traditional radio might seem almost outdated. But radio is far from dead. A media analysis in Germany from 2024 showed that over 70 percent of people still listen to the radio daily, across all stations. No other medium delivers local news so quickly, and you get music for free – albeit usually ad-supported.
Internet Radio with Elisa
On TUXEDO OS, you don’t need additional software to listen to internet radio. Simply open the Elisa media player and click on Radio Stations in the sidebar. Several stations from non-commercial providers like SomaFM are already included. One click on the play icon, and the music starts.
You can also add your own stations. Click the plus icon above the list and enter the title, stream URL, and optionally a cover image URL. There is no built-in search yet, but using the RadioBrowser database helps you quickly find suitable streams.
Elisa can play internet radio via HTTP streams. You can manually add your own stations, but a search function for radio stations is not yet integrated.
Note: Some providers (for example, the Bayerischer Rundfunk ) offer their streams as M3U playlists. Technically, the format is fine, but Elisa cannot open it at the moment (see bug report ). In such cases, an alternative player like VLC or the Advanced Radio Player for KDE Plasma can be used.
Advanced Radio Player for KDE Plasma
For more convenience and integrated search, try the Advanced Radio Player . It’s not a traditional program but a widget for the KDE Plasma desktop on TUXEDO OS. Therefore, it is installed via KDE widgets rather than through Discover.
Right-click on the panel and select Add or Manage Widgets … » Get New … » Download New Plasma Widgets . Search for „radio“" and install the Advanced Radio Player using the displayed button.
The Advanced Radio Player is a desktop widget for KDE Plasma. Installation is done directly via the widget edit mode.
Once installed, the widget appears in the widget list and can be dragged to the desktop. While in edit mode, you can adjust the settings. The integrated search allows you to find your favorite stations and organize them in the playlist as you like. One click is all it takes to start playback.
The integrated search makes it easy to find radio stations. Found stations can be added directly to the playlist and played.
Stations can be arranged individually in the Advanced Radio Player, giving you a personalized overview of your favorite stations.
In the Terminal with Ctune
For true Linux fans, a graphical player can feel almost too convenient. If you prefer the command line, check out the radio player Ctune . The tool recently received an update to version 1.3.9 and comes with an integrated station database, favorites management, and even recording functionality.
Installation
Ctune is not in the package repositories but is available as source code on GitHub. First, install the required packages:
sudo apt install gcc libncurses6 git cmake cmake-extras make man pandoc gzip
sudo apt install libavcodec-dev libavformat-dev libavutil-dev libswscale-dev \
libswresample-dev libavdevice-dev libavfilter-dev libssl-dev \
libcurl4-openssl-dev libncurses5-dev libbsd-dev libpulse-dev lame libjson-c-dev
Then clone and build the program:
cd /tmp
git clone https://github.com/An7ar35/ctune.git
cd ctune
cmake . -DCMAKE_BUILD_TYPE=Release -DCMAKE_INSTALL_PREFIX=/usr/local
cmake --build .
sudo cmake --install .
Getting Started
Start the program with:
ctune
Use Ctrl + F to search the integrated station database, F to mark favorites, P to start playback, and S to stop. Press F1 for a full overview of keyboard shortcuts.
Ctune displays a clear station list in the terminal. Control can be done via keyboard or enabled mouse support.
Favorites allow quick access to preferred stations. Recordings are automatically saved in the Music folder of your home directory.
Ctune can also be used with the mouse: enable this under Configuration » Mouse » Enable Mouse . Particularly handy: Ctrl + R starts and stops a recording, which is saved automatically in your home Music folder.
Whether graphically, as a desktop widget, or directly in the terminal, TUXEDO OS offers plenty of ways to listen to music and news from around the world. Traditional radio is alive – just in digital form. A small tip for users who prefer GNOME as a desktop environment and GTK apps: check out Shortwave .
Ubuntu Security Updates
The security updates listed here from Ubuntu are directly integrated into TUXEDO OS:
USN-7852–1: libxml2 vulnerability
USN-7847–1: GNU binutils vulnerabilities
USN-7846–1: X.Org X Server vulnerabilities
USN-7844–1: YAML::Syck vulnerability
USN-7845–1: Squid vulnerability
USN-7843–1: Netty vulnerability
USN-7841–1: strongSwan vulnerability
USN-7833–3: Linux kernel (AWS) vulnerabilities
USN-7839–1: Go Cryptography vulnerability
USN-7838–1: fetchmail vulnerability
Current BIOS/EC Versions
An EC/BIOS update affects key system components. Please ensure that you follow the instructions carefully and take your time. The process is usually completed quickly. If you have any doubts, our support team is happy to assist you. The following devices have BIOS/EC updates available:
Model
CPU
GPU
BIOS
EC
InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen10 (AMD)
Ryzen AI 7 350
N.1.20A13
1.23.00
InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen10 (AMD)
Ryzen AI 9 365
N.1.20A13
1.23.00
InfinityBook Pro 14 Gen10 (AMD)
Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
N.1.20A13
1.23.00
InfinityBook Pro 15 Gen10 (AMD)
Ryzen AI 7 350
N.1.20A13
1.23.00
InfinityBook Pro 15 Gen10 (AMD)
Ryzen AI 9 365
N.1.20A13
1.23.00
InfinityBook Pro 15 Gen10 (AMD)
Ryzen AI 9 HX 370
N.1.20A13
1.23.00
