EndeavourOS 2025.02.08 "Mercury"

Bryan Poerwo has announced the release of EndeavourOS 2025.02.08, code-named "Mercury", bringing a host of exciting updates and improvements to the Arch Linux-based desktop distribution. This significant update introduces several key features and enhancements to the ISO image, which is available for both live environments and offline installations.

New Features and Improvements:

  1. Calamares 25.02.1.4: The installer is updated to the latest version, ensuring a smoother installation process.
  2. Firefox 135.0: The latest version of the popular web browser, bringing security and performance improvements.
  3. Linux Kernel 6.13.1: Updated kernel offering improved hardware support and overall system performance.
  4. Mesa 24.3.4: This update brings enhancements to graphics performance and compatibility.
  5. X.Org Server 21.1.15-1: A new version of the X server, improving graphical stability and performance.
  6. NVIDIA 570.86.16: Updated drivers for NVIDIA graphics cards, ensuring optimal performance on supported hardware.

Key Updates:

  • Memory Test for EFI: The ISO now includes a memory test for EFI systems, improving system diagnostics.
  • BIOS/Legacy Install Fixes: Issues related to BIOS/Legacy installations have been resolved, ensuring better installation compatibility.
  • Theming Improvements: KDE Plasma, GNOME, Xfce, MATE, Budgie, and Cinnamon now feature a dark theme by default, giving the desktop a sleek, modern appearance. The Xfce theme has been further refined to match the default setup.
  • Automatic Wallpaper Switching for GNOME: GNOME now automatically switches between dark and light wallpapers based on the mode selected.
  • Improved Partition Handling: The 'replace partition' option is fully functional again, making partition management easier during installation.
  • Installer Fixes: The issue with double entries in the EFI selection dropdown has been fixed, streamlining the installation process.
  • EndeavourOS Branding: New branding options are now easier to find, making it more accessible for artists and media users to incorporate EndeavourOS branding into their work.
  • Mirror List Improvements: The mirror list is now ranked before installation, ensuring a faster and more efficient setup experience.

With these updates, EndeavourOS 2025.02.08 "Mercury" delivers a smoother, more polished user experience for both new and existing users. Whether you're upgrading your current system or installing EndeavourOS for the first time, this release offers enhanced performance, better support for hardware, and a more user-friendly interface.

For more information, visit the EndeavourOS website and read the full release notes.

release announcement for more information. Download: EndeavourOS_Mercury-2025.02.08.iso (3,033MB, SHA512, signature, torrent, pkglist).



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