The Ubuntu Cinnamon project has announced the launch of Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 which ships with version 6.4.13 of the Cinnamon desktop and will receive three years of security updates.
The release announcement shares the highlights: "I am proud to announce our latest release: Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 Resolute Raccoon! Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 comes with Cinnamon 6.4.13 and will be supported until 2029, as it is a LTS (long-term service) release. This means it will continue getting updates and bug fixes for longer than a non-LTS release.
The previous LTS release, 24.04 Noble Numbat, will be supported for about another year to give time for users to upgrade. Soon, upgrades will be enabled. If you are on the 25.10 release (Questing Quokka), you are encouraged to upgrade, as support will be ending in July. Users of the 24.04 series are also encouraged to upgrade." Additional information on what is new in version 26.04 can be found in the project's release notes.
Download: ubuntucinnamon-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (5,397MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist).
Here’s a clear overview of the release, features, and news about Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 LTS
Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 LTS – release & overview
Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 LTS (codename Resolute Raccoon) is part of the official Ubuntu 26.04 family, released in April 2026.
It’s an official Ubuntu flavor that uses the Cinnamon desktop, offering a more traditional interface similar to Windows, while keeping Ubuntu’s stability.
Key features
⚙️ 1. Updated base system
- Built on Ubuntu 26.04 LTS
- Linux kernel 7.x generation (new hardware support)
- Updated core apps and libraries
More modern, better hardware compatibility, and improved performance.
️ 2. Cinnamon desktop improvements
- Latest Cinnamon 6.x series (continuation of recent updates)
- Better customization options
- Improved window management and panel behavior
Keeps the classic desktop feel, but smoother and more refined.
⚡ 3. Performance & responsiveness
- Faster startup and login
- Improved RAM handling
- Smoother animations and UI responsiveness
A good balance between lightweight and full-featured desktop.
4. Visual refinements
- Updated themes (Yaru-Cinnamon integration)
- Improved icons and UI consistency
- Better overall polish
More modern look without losing familiarity.
5. Security & LTS stability
- 5 years of support (until ~2031)
- Security improvements inherited from Ubuntu 26.04
- Better permission handling and system security features
6. Updated software stack
- Newer versions of:
- Firefox
- LibreOffice
- system utilities
- Improved out-of-the-box experience
Everything is up to date from day one.
What’s new compared to previous versions
- More mature Cinnamon desktop (6.x evolution)
- Better integration with Ubuntu base
- Improved performance and stability
- Continued focus on ease of use and familiarity
It’s an evolution, not a radical redesign.
⚖️ Position in the Ubuntu family
Ubuntu Cinnamon sits between:
- Ubuntu (GNOME) → more modern but heavier
- Lubuntu/Xubuntu → lighter but less polished
Cinnamon offers a classic desktop + modern Linux base
Conclusion
Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 LTS is:
✔️ Stable and long-term supported
✔️ Familiar (great for Windows users)
✔️ More polished and responsive
✔️ A balanced desktop (not too heavy, not too minimal)
Ideal if you want a traditional desktop experience on a modern Ubuntu base.
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