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Latest Raspberry Pi OS Release Brings Linux Kernel 6.1 LTS, Chromium 113, and More

Posted by Marius Nestor on May 03, 2023,

updated May 04, 2023

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The biggest change in the Raspberry Pi OS 2023-05-03 release is the kernel bump from the long-term supported Linux 5.15 LTS to the long-term supported Linux 6.1 LTS. Of course, this should translate to better performance for your Raspberry Pi computer.

In fact, existing Raspberry Pi OS users like me were already running Linux kernel 6.1 LTS if they would execute the rpi-update command in a terminal emulator. But now, Linux 6.1 LTS is the default kernel on new Raspberry Pi OS images that you can download from the official website if plan on installing on your Raspberry Pi computer.

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Update (by Roy)

New Raspberry Pi OS Update Arrives with Linux Kernel 6.1

↺ New Raspberry Pi OS Update Arrives with Linux Kernel 6.1

> This is the first update to the official operating system for Raspberry Pi devices in 3 months and is notable for being the first version powered by the Linux 6.1 LTS kernel (previous versions use Linux 5.15 LTS).

> A substantial uplift, the newer kernel offers improved hardware support, new drivers, performance boosts, and better security. Gamers will appreciate the addition of new gamepad drivers, including the Hori Fighting Commander ONE and 8BitDo Pro 2 wired controller.

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