Submission + - GNOME Radio 49.0 Released: Real-Time Freedom on the Airwaves (gnomeradio.org)
ole writes: GNOME Radio 49.0 has officially launched, bringing a powerful and privacy-respecting radio experience to GNU/Linux users on Fedora Core 42 and beyond.
Developed by Ole Aamot, GNOME Radio is a GTK-based radio application that combines freedom-focused software design with the simplicity of the GNOME desktop. Whether you're tuning in for news, music, or research, this release promises zero-buffered audio streaming, a refreshed UI, and improved station discovery via GeoClue2.
What’s New in GNOME Radio 49.0?
GTK4 Modernization: A fully updated user interface with better accessibility and integration into GNOME Shell environments.
Zerobuffer Streaming Engine: Eliminates lag for near-instant audio, useful for live commentary and urgent broadcasts.
Station Search Rewritten: Faster browsing, cleaner lists, and fewer UI hiccups when loading large radio databases.
Geo-Aware Tuning: Uses your location (with permission) to suggest local radio stations — a major step for fieldwork and mobile users.
Cross-Distro Compatibility: Runs on Debian 12, Ubuntu GNOME 24.04, and Fedora Core 40+ with minimal setup.
“GNOME Radio is for journalists, researchers, and anyone who wants to listen without being listened to,” says developer Ole Aamot.
With source code on GitLab, the project invites developers and tinkerers to contribute — especially those interested in real-time media, GStreamer pipelines, and accessible audio UX.
How to Install
git clone https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.io?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgitlab.stud.idi.ntnu.n...
cd radio ./configure --prefix=$HOME/.local
make
make install
$HOME/.local/bin/gnome-radio
No Snap, no telemetry, no fluff — just free software under the GNU GPLv3+.
As broadcast technologies become increasingly proprietary and centralized, GNOME Radio 49.0 offers a timely reminder: the airwaves still belong to everyone.
Homepage: olekaa.wordpress.com
License: GNU GPLv3+
Project Status: Actively maintained and ready for patches.
Discussion:
Would you use a desktop radio app in 2025? Are decentralized and FOSS audio tools making a comeback, or is this just a nostalgic nod to the past? Let us know in the comments.
Developed by Ole Aamot, GNOME Radio is a GTK-based radio application that combines freedom-focused software design with the simplicity of the GNOME desktop. Whether you're tuning in for news, music, or research, this release promises zero-buffered audio streaming, a refreshed UI, and improved station discovery via GeoClue2.
What’s New in GNOME Radio 49.0?
GTK4 Modernization: A fully updated user interface with better accessibility and integration into GNOME Shell environments.
Zerobuffer Streaming Engine: Eliminates lag for near-instant audio, useful for live commentary and urgent broadcasts.
Station Search Rewritten: Faster browsing, cleaner lists, and fewer UI hiccups when loading large radio databases.
Geo-Aware Tuning: Uses your location (with permission) to suggest local radio stations — a major step for fieldwork and mobile users.
Cross-Distro Compatibility: Runs on Debian 12, Ubuntu GNOME 24.04, and Fedora Core 40+ with minimal setup.
“GNOME Radio is for journalists, researchers, and anyone who wants to listen without being listened to,” says developer Ole Aamot.
With source code on GitLab, the project invites developers and tinkerers to contribute — especially those interested in real-time media, GStreamer pipelines, and accessible audio UX.
How to Install
git clone https://ancillary-proxy.atarimworker.io?url=https%3A%2F%2Fgitlab.stud.idi.ntnu.n...
cd radio
make
make install
$HOME/.local/bin/gnome-radio
No Snap, no telemetry, no fluff — just free software under the GNU GPLv3+.
As broadcast technologies become increasingly proprietary and centralized, GNOME Radio 49.0 offers a timely reminder: the airwaves still belong to everyone.
Homepage: olekaa.wordpress.com
License: GNU GPLv3+
Project Status: Actively maintained and ready for patches.
Discussion:
Would you use a desktop radio app in 2025? Are decentralized and FOSS audio tools making a comeback, or is this just a nostalgic nod to the past? Let us know in the comments.
