The latest update of the COSMIC desktop adds a cool frosted‑glass theme that can be used on any Linux distribution, not just the original Pop! _OS.  

Users can find the new look in Settings under Desktop → Appearance, where a simple toggle lets them adjust how transparent and glossy the windows appear.  

The feature won’t automatically apply to every application right away. Developers need to update their apps with the latest libcosmic library so that the theme can be rendered correctly. Because of this requirement, the full effect will spread gradually as more software catches up.  

Alongside the visual upgrade, version 1. 3. 0 includes a few practical improvements. The monitoring tool now shows power consumption for both AMD and Intel GPUs, giving users better insight into their hardware usage. The Bluetooth panel has also been refreshed to display all paired devices, rather than hiding those that are already known.  

These changes show how an open‑source project can evolve to bring a polished, modern look while still adding useful features for everyday users.


# COSMIC Desktop Update: Frosted‑Glass Theme & Practical Enhancements

The latest release of the **COSMIC desktop** brings a sleek frosted‑glass theme that now works on any Linux distribution, not just Pop!\_OS.

## How to Enable the Theme

1. Open **Settings**  
2. Navigate to **Desktop → Appearance**  
3. Toggle the frosted‑glass option and adjust transparency and glossiness to your liking.

> **Note:** The theme will not automatically apply to all applications. Developers must update their apps with the latest `libcosmic` library for full compatibility, so the effect will spread gradually as more software catches up.

## Additional Improvements in Version 1.3.0

- **Power Monitoring** – Now displays consumption for both AMD and Intel GPUs, giving users clearer insight into hardware usage.
- **Bluetooth Panel** – Updated to show all paired devices, eliminating the previous hidden‑device behavior.

These updates demonstrate how an open‑source project can evolve to deliver a polished, modern look while adding useful everyday features.



New frosted‑glass look now works on any Linux desktop

How to Enable the Theme

Additional Improvements in Version 1.3.0

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