Manjaro Linux has released Preview 5 of version 26.1 "Bian-May," featuring updates such as full integration of GNOME 50, Plasma 6.6, and Xfce 4.20, along with enhancements like improved parental controls and hardware-accelerated remote desktop performance. The GNOME edition introduces significant parental control features, allowing users to manage screen time and set limits, while the Plasma and Xfce editions include customization options and performance improvements. The default kernel is updated to Linux 7.0, with support for older hardware through LTS branches. As this is a preview release, users are advised to back up their data before testing the new features
Manjaro Linux 26.1 Bian-May Preview 5 Released: GNOME 50, Plasma 6.6, and Xfce 4.20 Updates
Manjaro Linux 26.1 "Bian-May" preview 5 is now available for testing, delivering the complete GNOME 50 integration with significant parental control enhancements and hardware-accelerated remote desktop improvements. The Plasma edition upgrades to version 6.6, introducing global theme creation and expanded accessibility filters, while Xfce reaches 4.20 with customizable file highlighting and panel pinning options. Default kernel support includes Linux 7.0 alongside LTS branches 6.18 and 6.12 for broader hardware compatibility. This rolling release preview provides early access to these desktop updates, though testers should back up their data before installing.
