Manjaro Linux 26.1 "Bian-May" release candidate was launched on July 10, featuring Linux Kernel 7.1.3 along with GNOME 50 and Plasma 6.6.6. The update enforces a migration to Python 3.14 and drops support for NVIDIA Pascal GPUs, while the project's governance has shifted to a community-governed non-profit structure. Users should be cautious of known issues including bootloader conflicts and package manager instability, as this is a release candidate and not yet stable. Official ISOs for KDE, GNOME, and XFCE are available for download, alongside community editions, with various hardware partners ready to support the latest releases

Manjaro Linux 26.1 Bian-May RC1 Released with Linux Kernel 7.1.3

Manjaro Linux 26.1 "Bian-May" release candidate launched on July 10, delivering GNOME 50, Plasma 6.6.6, and a refreshed default kernel lineup. The update enforces a Python 3.14 migration, permanently drops NVIDIA Pascal GPU support, and formalizes the project's transition to a community-governed non-profit. Early testers should navigate known roadblocks including refind bootloader conflicts, mkinitcpio hook mismatches, and pamac instability during package operations. Official KDE, GNOME, and XFCE ISOs are now available for download, though the release candidate status means stability isn't guaranteed.

Manjaro Linux 26.1 Bian-May RC1 Released with Linux Kernel 7.1.3 @ Linux Compatible