New Update Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena" is Officially Available Now! Introduces Two New Apps

lokamoka820 · Jan 15, 2026

Linux Mint 22.3 “Zena” – Overview:

Base & Kernel – Built on Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS with the Linux 6.14 kernel, inheriting the Ubuntu HWE updates (future kernels 6.17 and Mesa 25.2).
Desktop Environment – Ships with Cinnamon 6.6, which features a completely redesigned application menu (new sidebar layout) and several desktop‑focused enhancements.
New System Tools – Adds two dedicated diagnostic utilities: a System Information app and a System Administration tool, providing detailed hardware data (USB, GPU, PCI, BIOS) and easier troubleshooting.
Other Improvements–
- Updated Nemo file manager with pause/resume for file operations.
- On‑screen keyboard enhancements.
- Better Wayland support.
- Per‑app panel notification indicators and an always‑on Night Light.
Upgrade Path – Existing Mint 22, 22.1, or 22.2 installations can upgrade via the Update Manager’s “Edit → Upgrade to Linux Mint 22.3 Zena” option.
Support Timeline – As an LTS release, Mint 22.3 will receive security updates through April 2029.

Overall, Mint 22.3 delivers a refreshed Cinnamon experience, new system‑management utilities, and continued long‑term support.

A fresh menu, troubleshooting tools, and other improvements arrive in this point release.

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LinuxFan58 · Jan 15, 2026

I asked AI and it said Wayland now supports non US keyboards also, When that is true, I will be moving to Wayland