Linux Mint 22.1 Xia frees your PC from the closed-source chains of proprietary software
Linux Mint 22.1, codenamed “Xia,” is finally available, offering three desktop environments -- Cinnamon, Xfce, and MATE. This long-term support release will receive updates through 2029.
Cinnamon is the flagship desktop environment of Linux Mint and is the primary focus of this release. Version 6.4 of Cinnamon introduces a refreshed visual design, complete with darker tones, smoother rounded elements, and modernized dialogs. Wayland compatibility has also been improved, ensuring better performance and usability on newer hardware. Enhanced features include redesigned system dialogs, refined multitasking options, and the new Night Light feature, which reduces blue light exposure to improve sleep quality and reduce eyestrain.
Linux Mint 22.1 Xia beta debuts with new features and refinements
Linux Mint recently surpassed MX Linux to become the most popular distribution on DistroWatch. Now, with the arrival of Linux Mint 22.1 "Xia" in beta, users get an exciting preview of the features and improvements in the next future stable release.
This long-term support release will eventually be supported until 2029, providing a solid foundation for those seeking reliability and usability. Built on the Ubuntu 24.04 package base and powered by the Linux kernel 6.8, this beta showcases several key improvements and updates.