Multimedia

Los multimedia related programs They are usually one of the most sought after by all computer users and more specifically by users of a computer with Linux operating system. In this category you will find various analyzes, each more interesting, on the different types of programs related to all multimedia and that are available in the market. If you are looking for a multimedia program for Linux you have come to the right place to choose it correctly.

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NeoDLP: the most complete cross-platform video and audio downloader

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Discover NeoDLP, a modern GUI for YT-DLP: mass downloads, playlists, subtitles and a browser, free and cross-platform.

HandBrake 1.11 arrives with new professional codecs and improvements on Linux

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HandBrake 1.11 introduces ProRes and DNxHR codecs, AV1 support for AMD GPUs, and improvements for Linux, Windows, and macOS. Learn about all the changes.

digiKam 9.0 is thoroughly revamped for managing photos and videos

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All about digiKam 9.0: jump to Qt 6, new features, expanded RAW support and key improvements for managing photos and videos on PC, Mac and Linux.

Shotcut 26.2 arrives as a new stable version of the free and cross-platform video editor.

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Shotcut 26.2 improves subtitles, text, and stability with Qt 6.10, and fixes the HEVC preview on Windows. Learn about the key changes.

Cliamp brings the famous Winamp to your terminal

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Cliamp is a project that brings the popular Winamp to your terminal, and is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows.

GStreamer 1.28.1 improves stability, strengthens network, and expands debugging tools in its new update

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Find out what's included in GStreamer 1.28.1, how to download the tar.xz file from Fossies, and what this version brings to multimedia projects.

Ardour 9.1 strengthens editing and MIDI in a key update

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Ardour 9.1 improves stability, editing, and MIDI with new features and important bug fixes. Find out what's changed and whether it's worth upgrading.

PipeWire 1.6 comes with support for LDAC and 128 audio channels

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PipeWire 1.6 is the new version of the audio protocol and comes with improvements in support, notably the LDAC decoder.

Seedance 2.0: the new video AI that's shaking up the industry

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Seedance 2.0 generates hyper-realistic 2K videos with multimodal AI. Learn about its features, real-world examples, risks, and when it might arrive.

Everything that changes with MythTV 36 in your Linux media center

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MythTV 36 comes with FFmpeg 8, web improvements, and modern Linux support. Learn about all the changes before updating your media center.

Ardour 9.0 takes a key leap forward in the world of free DAWs

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Ardour 9.0 arrives with clips, an improved piano roll, Region FX, and multitouch. Discover the key new features of this open-source DAW.

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youtube-tui: Enjoy YouTube from the Terminal like a pro. My new favorite option

Discover youtube-tui, the best TUI to use YouTube from the Terminal with mpv, without ads and without a browser.

Shotcut 26.1 is enhanced with hardware video decoding and improvements for 8K

Shotcut 26.1 improves editing with hardware video decoding, 8K support, and new features. Learn about all the changes.

GStreamer 1.28 reinforces its role as a pillar of video and audio in Linux

Everything new in GStreamer 1.28: Rust, Vulkan H.264, AI, MPEG-H and improvements for streaming and multimedia analytics on Linux.

How to play a loose disc in Kodi

We explain the not-so-simple process of playing a full album in Kodi without adding it to your library.

How to enable looped playlist playback in MPV, which is not at all intuitive

We'll explain the not-so-simple trick that will allow you to play playlists on a loop in your favorite MPV player.

Android Auto 16 is now rolling out with a major change to the media player

Android Auto 16 is now rolling out in Spain with a major redesign of the media player and greater consistency between apps. Learn about the changes.

Stacher, the ideal interface for squeezing every last drop of performance out of yt-dlp without a console

Discover how Stacher transforms yt-dlp into a powerful and simple GUI, ideal for downloading high-quality videos without touching the console.

ScreenArc: an open-source screen recorder and editor with a cinematic finish

Discover ScreenArc, an open-source screen recorder and editor with cinematic effects, webcam support, and 2K export for Windows, macOS, and Linux.

SDL 3.4 strengthens interoperability between the 3D GPU API and 2D rendering

Discover all the new features of SDL 3.4: 3D/2D GPU, native PNG, Linux improvements, Emscripten, audio, and controllers for your games.

VLC 3.0.23 improves dark mode in Qt in a version with minor improvements

VLC 3.0.23 arrives on the first day of the year with a short but interesting list of new features for Qt users.

Shotcut 25.12 takes a leap in quality with linear color flow and 10 bits

Everything about Shotcut 25.12: 10-bit CPU, linear color, NVENC on Linux, new presets and improvements for higher quality video editing.

GStreamer 1.26.10 arrives with improvements in adaptive HLS/DASH streaming and track management with adaptivedemux2

Discover the new features of GStreamer 1.26.10 in professional audio, video and streaming, with key improvements in stability and performance.

MPV 0.41 strengthens Wayland and focuses on Vulkan decoding

MPV 0.41 arrives with improved Wayland support, Vulkan Video by default, and gpu-next. Learn about all the changes and improvements in Linux.

OpenShot 3.4 reinforces the combination of simplicity, power, and stability in video editing

Discover the new features of OpenShot 3.4, the story of its creator, and the role of the community in this powerful free video editor.

Kodi vs Stremio: Key differences and which one is right for you

Kodi vs Stremio: Compare interface, add-ons, security, and real-world uses to find out which streaming platform is best for you.

Calibre 8.16 arrives with new AI support and several important improvements

Calibre 8.16 is now available, and it comes with some improvements related to artificial intelligence and bug fixes.

VLC 3.0.22 is now available in a stable version with a new dark mode

VLC 3.0.22 is now available as a stable version. It will soon be available in the official repositories of most Linux distributions.

GStreamer 1.26.9 arrives focused on stability and bug fixes

GStreamer Update 1.26.9: Streaming improvements, pro hardware support, stability, and performance. Learn about the most important changes.

Pineapple Steam Recording Exporter: Export your Steam recordings to MP4 without losing quality

Convert Steam recordings to MP4 without losing quality and share them over a local network with Pineapple Steam Recording Exporter.

AV Linux 25 is based on MX Linux 25 and Debian 13, with a low-latency Liquorix kernel optimized for audio and video.

AV Linux 25 is optimized for low-latency audio and video, Windows VSTs, and MX Moksha. Learn about its key improvements before installing it.

EasyEffects 8.0 arrives with a rebuilt interface using Qt/QML/Kirigami and better adaptation to small screens.

New Qt/Kirigami interface, improved presets, and more in EasyEffects 8.0. Discover the changes and how they can help you.

GStreamer 1.26.8 arrives with HDR improvements and key fixes

All about GStreamer 1.26.8: HDR fixed in GNOME, AV1/AAC/EAC3 fixes, V4L2 and x265 improvements. How to update on Debian, Ubuntu, or Fedora.

NouTube: YouTube and Music together, ad-free and with more control

Discover NouTube, the app that combines YouTube and Music without ads, with backgrounds and playlists without an account. Features, privacy, and usage explained.

Shotcut 25.10 arrives with local AI, HTML, and native capture

All about Shotcut 25.10: Local TTS with Docker, Typewriter, HTML, screen recording and FFmpeg 8. Changes, fixes and compatibility.

There is a flatpak for AceStream that works as well as the AppImage and almost as well as the official snap.

AceStream is available as a flatpak package. It's not official, but it works perfectly on Linux. We'll explain.

GStreamer 1.26.7: All the new features and key fixes

Discover GStreamer 1.26.7: critical fixes, RTP/RTSP, and GPU improvements. What's changed, why you should update, and how it benefits you.

ChatGPT launches new apps: Spotify and others integrate into the chat

Create playlists and manage Spotify from ChatGPT. Availability, steps, limits, and privacy of the new integrated apps.

WinFF, a simple user interface for converting videos using FFmpeg

What is WinFF, how to use and install it. Formats, features, licenses, and secure downloads. Complete guide in Spanish.

Amazon's new Fire TV Stick 4K Select with Vega OS is now official.

Fire TV Stick 4K Select: 4K HDR10+, updated TV Guide, Vega OS via update, €54,99, and shipping mid-October.

Sora 2: OpenAI's commitment to short video with AI

Sora 2 is here: a TikTok-like app with 10-s clips, verified cameos, and AI audio. Availability, limits, security, and a Pro option.

OBS Studio 32.0 arrives with an increase in the default bitrate to 6000 Kbps and MP4/MOV hybrid becomes the default format.

What's new in OBS Studio 32.0: 6000 Kbps bitrate, plugin manager, hybrid MOV/MOV, Metal, and dozens of fixes.

VLC 3.0.22 is now available as a release candidate, one of the latest in the 3.x series, but compatible with Qt6.

VLC 3.0.22: More security, ARM64 on Windows, dark mode, and improvements. Download and key updates for Linux, Windows, and more.

Spotify removes its major restriction on the free plan

Spotify now lets you choose songs on the free plan with a daily limit. We'll tell you what's changing, what's staying the same, and how to activate it in your app.

GStreamer 1.26.6 arrives with performance improvements, new codecs, and multiple fixes

All about GStreamer 1.26.6: new codecs, performance, and key fixes. Changelog, compatibility, and download in a single release.

Plex confirms a security breach and asks to change the password

Plex breached: encrypted emails and passwords exposed. Change your password, log out, and enable 2FA. We'll tell you how to protect yourself.

REAL Video Enhancer: Enhance your videos with this Linux tool

Complete guide to REAL Video Enhancer. Installation, compilation, and upscaling and interpolation features for Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Kodi 22 Piers: What's New, Download, and What to Expect from the Alpha

Kodi 22 Piers arrives in Alpha with improvements to video, PVR, and platforms. Key changes and a guide for downloading with caution.

Jellyfin: The Free Plex Alternative You'll Want to Know. Complete Guide

What is Jellyfin, how it works, apps, plugins, and what's new. A clear guide to setting up your free media server.

Plex: What it is, how it works, and everything it offers in streaming, live TV, and media server

What is Plex and how to use it: Free TV, Watchlist, Rentals, and Personal Server. Cookies, permissions, and requirements. Come in and find out.

Plex vs. Jellyfin: A Complete Guide to Choosing Your Media Server

Plex vs. JellyFin: Features, apps, pricing, and performance. Find out which one is right for your media server and how to get the most out of it.

Shotcut 25.08 arrives after a month with more fixes

Shotcut 25.08 has arrived less than a month after the previous release, primarily to fix bugs.

Android Auto with DTT channels: watch TV and YouTube in the car

Install IPcarTV and CarStream to watch DTT and YouTube on Android Auto. A simple, legal guide with links and tips for using it only when the car is stationary.

GStreamer 1.26.5 introduces key fixes to audioconvert, overlays, V4L2, VA and Vulkan

New features and fixes in GStreamer 1.26.5, and a complete overview of the 1.26 series. Everything you need, clear and to the point, to help you decide whether to upgrade.

HandBrake 1.10: The free video transcoding tool gets a makeover with new profiles and key improvements.

HandBrake 1.10 is the latest version of the free video transcoding tool and comes with some interesting new features.

I'm using Bazzite on my mini PC and now I have the best "Smart TV" possible.

Bazzite is a Linux distribution designed for gaming, but since it also supports Android apps, it's a very complete system.

Plattenalbum: The minimalist, visual MPD client for your music on Linux

Discover Plattenalbum, the visual MPD client for Linux. Simplicity, adaptability, and a unique musical experience.

Fooyin: All about the customizable Linux music player

Discover Fooyin, the most customizable, powerful, and extensible music player for Linux. Complete control over your music library.

Harmonoid: The modern and complete music player for all your songs

Discover Harmonoid: the free music player that organizes your music, displays lyrics, and is compatible with Windows, Linux, and Android.

MTOC, the most visual music library for your Linux

Mtoc is a very visual and modern music library that fits perfectly into any Linux distribution.

Spotify is back in beta, with no trace of the Spotify API and a long road ahead.

Spotify is already preparing for a grand comeback. In order to operate, it has stopped using the Spotify API.

Shotcut 25.07 adds a Speech to Text download model and new visual themes

Shotcut 25.07 adds audio transcription, advanced filters, and audio and video improvements. Discover everything the new version brings.

Calibre 8.7 introduces key improvements to ebook management and compatibility

Learn what's new in Calibre 8.7: key improvements to Kindle, Kobo, and ebook management, plus new features and bug fixes.

n-Track Studio: The digital audio workstation you've been looking for on Linux

All about n-Track Studio on Linux: features, installation, and benefits for your music production. Discover it!

Audacious 4.5 refines its essence: lighter, more powerful and with new features

Audacious Player 4.5 brings new plugins and improvements. Learn about its features and how to easily install it on your Linux distribution.

GStreamer 1.26.4 improves support for mp4mux, LiveKit, and devices with new features

The latest version of GStreamer 1.26.4 improves performance, adds new features, and fixes key bugs. Find out all the details here!

Blender 4.5 LTS brings Vulkan support to OpenGL, improves EEVEE and other nodes

All the new features in Blender 4.5 LTS: improvements to Vulkan, nodes, performance, and pro support. Click through for the details.

MP3: The Story of the Format That Changed Music Forever

Learn how MP3 came to be, its impact on the music industry, and fun facts about this iconic audio format.

GStreamer takes a technological leap with its latest development version

GStreamer releases its new development version with AMD HIP, Vulkan improvements, and multimedia updates. Find out all the details here.

Calibre 8.6 introduces significant performance improvements and new features

The latest version, Calibre 8.6, brings performance improvements, new features, and advanced management for your eBooks.

How to Listen to Spotify on Kodi for Linux: Complete and Updated Guide

Learn how to listen to Spotify on Kodi for Linux with or without Premium. Step-by-step methods, updated tips, and tricks.

Amarok 3.3 jumps to Qt6 and KDE Frameworks 6 with major improvements

Amarok 3.3 updates to Qt6 and GStreamer, and improves audio and metadata support. Discover its new features and download it.

IPTV: Latest news, legality, applications, and challenges

Everything you need to know about IPTV in Spain: legality, recommended apps, restrictions, and how to watch DTT. A complete and up-to-date guide for online TV users.

GStreamer 1.26.3 incorporates important security and stability improvements, correcting the vulnerability in H.266 video parsing.

GStreamer 1.26.3 fixes a critical vulnerability in H.266 and adds key stability and performance improvements.

How to watch YouTube TV (Leanback) in your web browser

We'll explain how to access the YouTube TV website from your web browser, which is restricted by Google. Here's how.

GIMP 3.1.2 kicks off version 3.2 with significant new features

GIMP 3.1.2 kicks off development toward 3.2 with new modes, compatibility, and key improvements. Discover its innovations and downloads.

Spotify contacted the Spotify developer, who can no longer use its API. The app will be rewritten.

Spotify must stop using the Spotify API. Spotify has contacted it to force it to abandon development of the app.

If you don't like snap packages or AppImages, Acestream is also available as Docker. We'll show you how to use it.

Want to use Acestream, but don't like its snap package or AppImage? We'll show you how to use its Docker package.

Fender launches Fender Studio, a new multi-platform DAW that is available for Linux and is free.

Learn all about Fender Studio on Linux: features, amp simulators, and how it can revolutionize your home studio.

Shotcut 25.05 adds HDR improvements while upgrading Qt to version 6.8.3

Discover all the new features in Shotcut 25.05, the open source video editor, with filters, HDR improvements, and major bug fixes.

Want to open apps not supported by your Android TV but don't know how? Try Kodi.

Kodi is a very powerful app, and it can come to your rescue when you need to launch apps not supported by Android TV.

How to Use VLC Without a Graphical Interface: A Comprehensive Guide to Using VLC in the Terminal

Learn how to use VLC without a graphical interface. Complete guide to cvlc, commands, errors, and tips for the Linux terminal. Master VLC to the fullest!

GStreamer 1.26.1 includes improvements to dav1d AVI, Metroska v4, and new muxers

Discover the new features and improvements in GStreamer 1.26.1: optimized performance, new formats, and maximum stability.

Pinta 3.0 gets a refresh with GTK4 and new image editing effects.

Pinta 3.0 arrives with a GTK4 interface, new effects, visual improvements, and WebP support. Learn all about this update.

Calibre 8.2 adds support for new features on Kobo and general improvements to the book viewer.

Discover what's new in Calibre 8.2: Tolino support, Kindle settings, and eBook viewer improvements, among others.

DeaDBeeF 1.10 integrates support for FFmpeg 7 and a multimedia library

DeadBeeF 1.10 is now available with a media library, FFmpeg 7, and key improvements. Discover everything new in this version.

Qt 6.9 improves emoji handling and boosts 3D object visualization

Discover the new features in Qt 6.9: better emoji handling, optimized performance, 3D graphics, and more.

SteamOS 3.6.24: Stable update with minor improvements for Steam Deck

SteamOS 3.6.24 is now available with graphics improvements for Avowed and performance improvements for No Rest for the Wicked.

Shotcut 25.03 is now available with new text styling options, new filters, and more.

Discover the changes in Shotcut 25.03: new features, improvements, 360° filters, bug fixes, and more.

ChatGPT now generates images with GPT-4o: everything you need to know

Learn how ChatGPT can now create images with GPT-4. Improved accuracy, styles, and security. Everything you need to know!

Fwupd 2.0.7 expands support for Lenovo and HP devices

Fwupd 2.0.7 improves compatibility with new Lenovo and HP devices, fixes bugs, and adds new features. Learn more.

Flowblade 2.20 finally migrates to SDL2 and adds other improvements

Discover the improvements in Flowblade 2.20, with new editing tools and optimization for video playback with SDL2.

GIMP 3.0.2, the first hotfix release in the 3-series, fixes bugs and improves compatibility across multiple operating systems.

GIMP 3.0.2 fixes bugs in Flatpak, macOS, and Windows, improving stability. Download the update now from the official website.