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@abhay-byte abhay-byte released this 17 Jun 04:20
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FluxLinux v1.8.0 Release Notes

1. Uninstall Option for Feature Packages (T1)

Users can now cleanly remove installed feature packages without re-running scripts or wiping the distro:

  • Uninstall button on each component card in Distro Settings
  • 13 component scripts updated with uninstall branch that removes packages, cleanup wrappers, .desktop files, venvs, and reverts shell config changes
  • Confirmation dialog before uninstall with size estimate
  • State management: component marked as not-installed only on successful completion
  • Hidden for: mandatory components, coming-soon components, and XFCE4 Desktop (uses base-install script)

2. Foreground Service for Install Server (T3)

Android's background process killer no longer breaks the install bridge:

  • InstallServerService: new foreground service hosts the local HTTP install server
  • Persistent notification keeps the process alive when the app is backgrounded
  • 5-minute idle timer for base-install path (matches previous behavior)
  • Auto-stop when install queue drains or user cancels
  • Port discovery: activity awaits on a StateFlow for the bound port

3. Termux Version Warning Banner (T4)

New users with outdated Play Store Termux now see a prominent warning:

  • Top-of-screen banner when installed Termux < v0.118.3
  • Inline warning on the Termux prerequisite card with download button
  • Continue button disabled until correct version is installed
  • SHA256 verification on downloaded APKs with corrupt APK redownload option

4. Monochrome Themed Icon (T6)

  • Single-color vector monochrome layer added to adaptive icon
  • Material You / Dynamic Color support on Android 13+
  • Themed icons now work on supported launchers

5. Termux Native Desktop Support (T9, T10, T11)

Termux Native is now fully enabled (no longer "coming soon"):

  • XFCE4 Desktop: native XFCE4 via Termux:X11 — no container overhead
  • KDE Plasma Desktop: full KDE running natively in Termux
  • Hardware Acceleration: VirGL & Turnip GPU drivers for native acceleration
  • Customization: FluxLinux theme, wallpapers, and fonts for both DEs
  • KDE launch fixes: proper Turnip/Software renderer detection, dark splash screen in dark theme

6. Script Restructure (Refactoring)

Scripts reorganized into a per-distro hierarchy for clarity:

  • common/ → debian/common/setup/, debian/common/addon/, etc.
  • termux/ — native Termux scripts
  • arch/ — Arch-based distro scripts
  • setup/start/stop/addon sub-folders within each distro

7. Build & Quality Improvements

  • Concurrent install prevention (T2): verified already implemented — queue-based install manager
  • Exit code propagation: all install paths now capture script exit codes and fire success/error callbacks
  • Deep link callback fix: strict task ID matching prevents stale callback attribution
  • Dark mode forced: theme picker removed, app now permanently dark
  • Discord card + tutorial docs added to Settings screen
  • Version string updated: Settings now shows v1.8.0 • Jun 17, 2026

Migration Notes

No breaking changes. No migration required.

Known Issues

  • cancelledByUser notification state not reset on new enqueue (cosmetic, tracked as T12)
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