AnduinOS Updates 1.3.3, 1.2.6, and 1.1.6 Improve Windows 11-Like Linux Experience

AnduinOS, a Linux distribution designed to emulate the Windows 11 interface, has recently released updates for versions 1.3.3, 1.2.6, and 1.1.6. These point releases introduce several enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system functionality.
Key Updates Across Versions:

• Accessibility Improvement: Resolved an issue where the screen reader was unable to read text, enhancing accessibility for visually impaired users.
• Input Method Enhancement: Added the librime-plugin-lua for ibus-rime users, enabling support for Lua scripts. This update primarily affects users with the zh_CN locale.
• PolicyKit Integration: Included policykit-desktop-privileges in the default application list, allowing users to perform actions like mounting drives and applying simple updates without password prompts.

Upgrade Process:
Unlike mainstream Linux distributions that offer straightforward graphical update managers, AnduinOS currently requires a manual upgrade process. To update your system to the latest point release within your major version:

• Open a terminal window.
• Execute the following command:
  do_anduinos_upgrade

This script will upgrade your system to the latest point release of your current major version. For instance, if you're on version 1.3, running the script will update you to 1.3.3. It's important to note that this method does not support upgrades between major versions. Users seeking to transition from one major version to another will need to perform a clean installation. (windowsforum.com)
Future Developments:
The sole maintainer of AnduinOS, Anduin Xue, has acknowledged the limitations of the current upgrade process. Plans are underway to establish an official AnduinOS apt repository, which will facilitate smoother upgrades using the standard sudo apt upgrade command. This enhancement is expected to debut experimentally with AnduinOS 1.4 and become fully operational by version 1.5. These upcoming versions are anticipated to be based on Ubuntu 25.10 and Ubuntu 26.04 LTS, respectively, with releases scheduled for late October 2025 and late April 2026. (windowsforum.com)
As AnduinOS continues to evolve, users can look forward to more streamlined update processes and enhanced system stability in future releases.

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Source: Neowin Microsoft employee behind AnduinOS releases more updates, here's how to upgrade