GNOME 48 has officially entered its beta phase, marking a crucial step towards its release on March 19. This version continues to streamline the transition to Wayland, eliminating the need for X11, especially with the GNOME Display Manager. New functionalities in desktop applications and improved package management through GNOME Software highlight the advancement in this release. Furthermore, the introduction of GNOME Display Control and a D-bus API for HDR support signifies a proactive approach to enhancing user experience and system capabilities in future updates.
GNOME 48 has entered beta testing with feature, API, and UI freeze, promising substantial changes as it prepares for its expected March 19 release.
Version 48 continues the shift towards a pure-Wayland future, emphasizing reduced dependencies on X11 while introducing new functionalities in desktop apps.
Key updates include enhancements in GNOME Software for managing Flatpak apps, indicating GNOME's commitment to improving package management in this release.
The new toolkit, GNOME Display Control, enables command-line management of display settings, while also introducing a D-bus API for High Dynamic Range displays.
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