I tested Rhino Linux's new Lomiri snapshot - and it took me back to the glory days of Unity
Rhino Linux is set to undergo significant changes with the introduction of its new Lomiri desktop environment, which aims to bridge mobile and desktop experiences. A recent snapshot of this build has been released, although it is still in an unfinished state and not suitable for daily use. The developers are inspired by the earlier Unity interface from Canonical, hoping to revive the concept of convergence in a modern context.
- ▪Rhino Linux is planning a major update with a new UI focused on convergence.
- ▪A snapshot of the Lomiri desktop has been released, but it is not ready for everyday use.
- ▪The Lomiri desktop is reminiscent of the Unity interface, aiming to merge mobile and desktop functionalities.
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Tech Home Tech Services & Software Operating Systems Linux I tested Rhino Linux's new Lomiri snapshot - and it took me back to the glory days of Unity Rhino Linux has always been a beautiful desktop Linux distribution, and there are some major changes on the horizon that will converge mobile and desktop. Written by Jack Wallen, Contributing WriterContributing Writer June 3, 2026 at 2:00 a.m. PT Jack Wallen/ZDNETFollow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.ZDNET's key takeawaysRhino Linux is about to undergo a dramatic change.The distribution will soon have a new UI that's focused on convergence.You can download a snapshot of the new build, but it's not ready for everyday use.I've been a fan of Rhino Linux for some time.
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