Late Night Linux – Episode 316

Late Night Linux – Episode 316

Author: The Late Night Linux Family January 14, 2025 Duration: 34:22

SteamOS is coming to a new Lenovo handheld as well as getting a general beta release, the WordPress drama continues to roll on, the 16GB Raspberry Pi 5 makes no sense to at least one of us (who now owns an N100 mini PC), the Linux Foundation seems to think Chromium-based browsers need a helping hand, we troll Félim, and more.

 

News

Lenovo Legion Go S official: $499 buys the first authorized third-party SteamOS handheld

Valve will officially let you install SteamOS on other handhelds as soon as this April

SteamOS expands beyond Steam Deck

Microsoft is combining ‘the best of Xbox and Windows together’ for handhelds

VLC player demos real-time AI subtitling for videos

Remembering and thanking Steve Langasek

Aligning Automattic’s Sponsored Contributions to WordPress

Joost/Karim Fork – WordPress News

Matt Mullenweg deactivates WordPress accounts of contributors planning a fork

Why Matt Should Resign (from 2010)

16GB Raspberry Pi 5 on sale now at $120

New $120 16GB Raspberry Pi 5 is for the people who use it like an everyday PC

TRIGKEY N100 Mini PC

Linux Foundation Announces the Launch of Supporters of Chromium-Based Browsers

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There’s a particular kind of conversation that happens when tech enthusiasts get together after hours, and that’s exactly the vibe you’ll find on Late Night Linux. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with Joe, Félim, Graham, and Will as they dive into the week’s developments, from kernel updates to major shifts in the open source landscape. Their discussions go beyond just the headlines, digging into the implications and trends that actually matter to users and developers. This isn’t a sanitized, corporate overview; it’s a genuine, often unfiltered exchange where strong opinions are welcome, the occasional drink is had, and the language can get a bit colorful. A recurring theme involves giving Félim a hard time about his views on AI and cloud computing, which always adds a layer of playful camaraderie. If you’re looking for a relaxed but insightful take on Linux and the wider tech industry, this podcast delivers that unique blend of expertise and informal banter week after week. It’s the kind of show that makes complex topics accessible and reminds you that the community behind the technology is full of real, opinionated people. The Late Night Linux Family has built something that feels less like a broadcast and more like a regular gathering of friends who just happen to know a tremendous amount about free and open source software. You come for the news and stay for the personality.
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Duration: 32:49
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