FL Studio 2025.2 introduces Fruity Slicer 2, Emphasizer, new Loop Starter genres, smarter sound search, enhanced Mixer features, and more. Free for all users https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/fl-studio-2025-2-adds-fruity-slicer-2-emphasizer-new-genres-and-smarter-tools/ image
Google has introduced interactive images to Gemini, letting users tap diagrams for instant explanations and deeper exploration of academic topics. This makes learning sessions with Gemini more visual, dynamic, and responsive. https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/google-adds-support-for-interactive-images-in-gemini-for-deeper-visual-learning/ image
Ever wondered how much data profiling commercial photo managers can pull from your photos to power targeted ads and train their AI models? I have. That’s why I stopped trusting my memories to Google and Apple and went looking for a truly private self hosted alternative with the right mix of convenience and security. Check out some of the best options out there and tell us your favorite! https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/finding-a-private-self-hosted-google-photos-alternative-that-doesn-t-profit-from-my-photos/ image
GrapheneOS has shut down operations in France due to pressure from law enforcement and media, citing risks for privacy projects and demands for a backdoor. Servers are being moved to Toronto and Germany, and developers are barred from entering France https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/grapheneos-ceases-operations-in-france-amid-pressure-and-legal-threats-by-the-government/ image
Raspberry Pi Imager 2.0 has been released, introducing a step-by-step wizard interface, easier device remote access with Raspberry Pi Connect, and improved accessibility. It's now available for Raspberry Pi OS, Windows, macOS, and Linux. https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/raspberry-pi-imager-2-0-makes-it-easier-to-install-raspberry-pi-os-on-bootable-media/ image
AlmaLinux 10.1 “Heliotrope Lion” has launched with Linux 6.12 LTS kernel, full Btrfs installation support, new hardware options, CRB enabled by default, virtualization improvements, boosted security, and much more. https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/almalinux-10-1-brings-full-btrfs-installation-support-crb-enabled-by-default-and-more/ image
Bottles 60.0 introduces native Wayland support, removes user tracking, and upgrades EasyTerm. Users can change repository URLs, use a new registry rules system, and manage processes with Winebridge. Steam Deck controls have also been fixed. https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/bottles-60-0-brings-native-wayland-support-new-registry-rules-and-fixed-steam-deck-controls/ image
Security researchers discovered an enumeration flaw in WhatsApp, potentially exposing up to 3.5 billion people’s account metadata https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/researchers-reveal-whatsapp-enumeration-flaw-affecting-3-5-billions-of-potential-accounts/ image
If you care about privacy, chances are you’ve tried Proton VPN, but there is a whole world of equally solid privacy alternatives out there worth a look! Here are 5 of our personal favorites — what’s your go-to safe bet? https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/top-privacy-vpn-services-beyond-proton-vpn/ image
Bluesky introduces granular reporting categories, a unified moderation system, transparent enforcement notifications, and an in-app moderation inbox in its latest platform update https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/bluesky-adds-new-moderation-tools-with-expanded-categories-and-a-unified-enforcement-system/ image