Manjaro Linux has released version 25.0.6, named Zetar, which is the sixth maintenance update since the Yonada release in December 2024. This version includes significant updates and improvements across its different desktop environments—GNOME, Plasma, and XFCE.
GNOME Edition:
- Updates to GNOME 48: This release includes enhancements and fixes for the GNOME 48 series, which was originally launched in March 2025.
- Notification Stacking: Notifications from the same application are now grouped to improve organization and navigation.
- Performance Enhancements: Dynamic triple buffering has been introduced, improving screen smoothness and reducing frame skips, thanks to enhancements in the Mutter display manager.
- Battery Optimization: A new option limits battery charge to 80% when plugged in, extending battery lifespan.
- HDR Support: Initial support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) displays has been implemented, with ongoing work to expand app compatibility.
Plasma Edition:
- Plasma 6.3 Updates: This update includes numerous bug fixes and feature enhancements, making it a refined desktop environment.
- Fractional Scaling Improvements: KWin now handles fractional scaling better, ensuring sharper images and reducing blurriness.
- System Monitoring Enhancements: The System Monitor is now more accurate and resource-efficient, providing detailed GPU and battery cycle count information.
- Customization Options: Users can now clone panels and adjust their opacity through scripting, enhancing the flexibility of the desktop experience.
XFCE Edition:
- Xfce 4.18 Features: Highlights include a new file highlighting feature in the Thunar file manager, allowing users to customize file background and text colors.
- Panel Configuration Improvements: The panel length can now be set in pixels, and there is an option to keep the panel above windows.
- Control Centre Enhancements: Various new options have been introduced for easier system management.
Kernel Support:
Manjaro 25.0.6 uses Kernel version 6.12, with support for older hardware through versions 6.6 LTS and 6.1 LTS.
This latest release is a testament to the ongoing development and support for the Manjaro Linux community, promising an improved and more user-friendly experience
Key Features in Manjaro 25.0.6 Zetar
GNOME Edition:
- Updates to GNOME 48: This release includes enhancements and fixes for the GNOME 48 series, which was originally launched in March 2025.
- Notification Stacking: Notifications from the same application are now grouped to improve organization and navigation.
- Performance Enhancements: Dynamic triple buffering has been introduced, improving screen smoothness and reducing frame skips, thanks to enhancements in the Mutter display manager.
- Battery Optimization: A new option limits battery charge to 80% when plugged in, extending battery lifespan.
- HDR Support: Initial support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) displays has been implemented, with ongoing work to expand app compatibility.
Plasma Edition:
- Plasma 6.3 Updates: This update includes numerous bug fixes and feature enhancements, making it a refined desktop environment.
- Fractional Scaling Improvements: KWin now handles fractional scaling better, ensuring sharper images and reducing blurriness.
- System Monitoring Enhancements: The System Monitor is now more accurate and resource-efficient, providing detailed GPU and battery cycle count information.
- Customization Options: Users can now clone panels and adjust their opacity through scripting, enhancing the flexibility of the desktop experience.
XFCE Edition:
- Xfce 4.18 Features: Highlights include a new file highlighting feature in the Thunar file manager, allowing users to customize file background and text colors.
- Panel Configuration Improvements: The panel length can now be set in pixels, and there is an option to keep the panel above windows.
- Control Centre Enhancements: Various new options have been introduced for easier system management.
Kernel Support:
Manjaro 25.0.6 uses Kernel version 6.12, with support for older hardware through versions 6.6 LTS and 6.1 LTS.
Conclusion
Manjaro 25.0.6 Zetar brings a host of improvements and new features aimed at enhancing user experience across its desktop environments. Users are encouraged to explore the updates and provide feedback on this latest release.Download Links
Users can download the different editions of Manjaro 25.0.6 Zetar via the provided links for full, minimal, and specific kernel versions.This latest release is a testament to the ongoing development and support for the Manjaro Linux community, promising an improved and more user-friendly experience
Manjaro 25.0.6 Zetar released
The sixth maintenance release for Manjaro Linux 25 is now available.
