KDE neon has released version 20260716, featuring Plasma 6.7.3, KDE Frameworks 6.28.0, and KDE Gear 26.04.3 on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. This rolling release continues its philosophy of providing unmodified KDE software without distribution delays, while now employing an enhanced testing pipeline for improved stability. The ISO file is available for download in various formats, including desktop, mobile, and Bigscreen variants, with the desktop version being 3.1 GB. KDE neon is designed for enthusiasts who want the latest software with no patches or modifications, though it may not be suitable for casual users who prioritize stability

KDE neon 20260716 Released: Plasma 6.7.3 and KDE Gear 26.04.3 on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

KDE neon 20260716 drops as a weekly rolling release that delivers unmodified Plasma 6.7.3, KDE Frameworks 6.28.0, and KDE Gear 26.04.3 on top of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. The project continues its zero-patch philosophy, giving enthusiasts immediate access to upstream KDE software without distribution bottlenecks. To improve stability, the team now routes daily builds through an enhanced testing pipeline before publishing them to the stable, testing, and unstable archives. You can grab the 3.1 GB desktop ISO, along with mobile and Bigscreen variants, directly from the official KDE neon download portal.

KDE neon 20260716 Released: Plasma 6.7.3 and KDE Gear 26.04.3 on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS @ Linux Compatible