Revolutionary Pop!_OS 24.04 Update Thrills Long-time User

An Enthusiast's Journey

For nearly ten years, I've relied on Pop!_OS as my primary desktop operating system. Throughout this time, I've encountered a few minor issues, primarily with the app store glitches, for which I resorted to command line solutions. The desktop had its constraints in customization, but extensions always came to the rescue. Yet, navigating the complexities of Linux, I've always managed to customize it to my satisfaction.

Introducing COSMIC: A Game Changer

With the arrival of Pop!_OS 24.04, the landscape has shifted dramatically with the introduction of COSMIC, a desktop environment designed to revolutionize user experience.

Previously, during the testing stages of COSMIC, I was already impressed and called it nothing short of incredible. Now, with the stable release integrated into 24.04, my excitement has soared as it unveils a dramatically enhanced experience.

Picture GNOME rebuilt with the speed and flexibility of KDE Plasma. That’s the prowess of the COSMIC desktop.

The most striking aspect when first using the stable COSMIC desktop was its astonishing speed. Among a sea of fast desktop environments, COSMIC stands out distinctly.

Tailored Elegance

Beyond speed, COSMIC impresses with its aesthetics. In no time, my desktop was transformed into a visual spectacle. Through the settings menu, users have the freedom to alter accent colors, themes, and even the arrangement of panels and docks. Prefer a dock at the bottom? A single click does the trick.

What adds to its charm is the simplicity in which COSMIC allows these customizations, including the unique option to adjust window and container background colors – an essential feature for those particular about desktop visuals.

Unparalleled Performance

COSMIC’s attractiveness might not sway everyone, but its speed will catch the attention of many. Pop!_OS 24.04 coupled with COSMIC stands as the fastest setup I’ve ever interacted with, seamlessly launching even the heftiest of applications instantly, maintaining fluidity even with multiple apps in use.

A key feature is its hybrid graphics handling that optimizes gaming, delivering an unparalleled experience on Linux.

These advancements together create a blazing-fast operating system.

Strong and Steadfast with Minor Glitches

Since using the alpha version of the COSMIC desktop, its dependability has remained steadfast, matching or exceeding the reliability of any desktop I’ve used before.

Yet a few niggles persist – notably, a peculiarity when closing VirtualBox VMs resulting in diminutive pop-ups requiring adjustment.

Another concern lies with sound management. Connecting Bluetooth audio gear presents some hurdles, and after logging out or rebooting, the system forgets the last used audio output, necessitating frequent manual updates.

An additional visual hiccup arises in GIMP when attempting screenshots, restricting the usual option to delay, leading to certain inconveniences.

I am optimistic these minor flaws will soon find resolution, mitigating any added effort.

In essence, Pop!_OS 24.04 with COSMIC is a dream realized. It offers a refined, swift, and elegantly integrated system. Enthusiasts seeking an exceptional operating system experience ought to consider diving into what System76 offers.