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AetherSDR – Linux-native client for FlexRadio Systems transceivers

May 2, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

AetherSDR is a Linux-native client for FlexRadio Systems transceivers that communicates directly using the SmartSDR protocol.

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Sadhana – enhance your daily Buddhist practice

May 2, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

Sadhana is a cross-platform desktop application for supporting Buddhist practice.

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Quran Reader – native GNOME application

April 29, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

Quran Reader is a native GNOME application for reading the Quran. Built with Python, GTK4, and libadwaita.

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FreeDV GUI – desktop application for amateur radio operators

April 28, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

FreeDV GUI is a desktop application for amateur radio operators that brings the FreeDV digital voice system to Linux, Windows, and macOS.

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Xastir – X11 graphical APRS client

April 27, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

Xastir is an X11 graphical APRS client developed for amateur radio operators.

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7 Best Free and Open Source Linux Web-Based Ham Radio Tools

April 27, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Roundup, Web Apps

Ham radio is a popular hobby and service bringing people, electronics and communication together. We pick our favorite ham radio tools.

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OHB – replacement backend for HamClock

April 27, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Web Apps

Open HamClock Backend (OHB) provides a replacement backend for HamClock, allowing users and groups to run the server-side services.

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OpenHamClock – real-time amateur radio dashboard

April 27, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Web Apps

OpenHamClock is a real-time amateur radio dashboard designed for modern operators

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Pat – modern Winlink client for amateur radio operators

April 26, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Web Apps

Pat is a modern Winlink client for amateur radio operators. Written in Go and developed primarily for Linux.

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OpenWebRX+ – improved version of OpenWebRX

April 26, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Web Apps

OpenWebRX+ is an improved version of OpenWebRX, a multi-user software defined radio receiver that runs through a web interface.

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Khushu – Muslim app

April 23, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

Khushu is a privacy-focused Islamic application for Linux desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

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IChingDiviner – desktop I-Ching divination application

April 17, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

IChingDiviner is a desktop I-Ching divination application that brings the traditional Chinese oracle to Linux with a modern interface.

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Embroidery

8 Best Free and Open Source Linux Crafting Tools

April 6, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Roundup

Handicraft is a term that describes many different types of work where practical and decorative objects are made by hand or by using only simple tools. Depending on your location, the phrase ‘arts and crafts’ may be more commonly used.

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Manga

Kitsune – libadwaita client for watching anime from AniLiberty

April 4, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

Kitsune is a Libadwaita client for watching anime using content provided by the AniLiberty team through its public API.

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Embroidery

Embroiderly – cross-platform desktop application for designing cross-stitch patterns

March 30, 2026 Steve Emms GUI, Other

Embroiderly is a cross-platform desktop application designed for creating and editing cross-stitch patterns.

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Gem of the Week

Grocy – ERP beyond your fridge

March 30, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Reviews, Scientific, Web Apps

Grocy is a web-based, self-hosted groceries and household management system.

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Linux Candy

4 Fun Free and Open Source Meme Generation Tools

March 24, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Roundup

This roundup showcases a few command-line tools which let you generate memes in your terminal.

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Emoji

14 Best Free and Open Source GUI Emoji Pickers

March 8, 2026 Erik Karlsson Other, Roundup, Utilities

An emoji is a pictogram, logogram, ideogram or smiley embedded in text and used in electronic messages and web pages.

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Comic Books

ComiGo – web-based comic book reader

March 7, 2026 Steve Emms Other, Web Apps

ComiGo is a cross-platform comic and manga reader that runs locally and provides a browser-based interface

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Emojis

9 Best Free and Open Source Terminal Emoji Tools

March 2, 2026 Erik Karlsson CLI, Other, Roundup, Utilities

An emoji is a pictogram, logogram, ideogram or smiley embedded in text and used in electronic messages and web pages. We recommend terminal based emoji tools.

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