ExpidusOS

ExpidusOS is an OS created by Midstall Software (@MidstallSW)

[Midstall @MidstallInc]

Big things are happening, we're working on restructuring and adjusting our priorities so we can continue to develop a diverse open source ecosystem. Be sure to follow us as we provide more details.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Transfer complete

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

We have set up our own GitLab server. Currently, we do not have an accessible URL at this time. However, we have started the process of importing the repositories from GitHub.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

We have applied to the GitHub Acceleration Program in hopes that this will boost ExpidusOS development.

[Midstall @MidstallInc]

We're currently looking into moving some of many core Linux packages away from the old autotools to Zig. This will make cross compiling simpler and decrease the dependency count to be able to build them.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Work on the user's first run experience has been started as well. Currently, it just says welcome but it will be expanded upon.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Genesis Shell got the start of the integrated settings application along with multiple panel styles.

[Midstall @MidstallInc]

On October 1st 2023, we will be launching a blog which will contain more information on a regular basis on our projects, plans, and other things we would like to share. More details as to how often the blog will be updated and more will come shortly.

[Tristan Ross 😺❄️ @RossComputerGuy]

@ExpidusOS's libtokyo library got its fonts patched today and pushed into Calculator 0.2.0 and File Manager 0.3.0. No ETA on when either versions of those apps will be pushed out yet but likely early October.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Preview of the current progress of the "Writer" application. This will be a general text editor for rich, basic, and code. It won't be as powerful as a full office program but will be more powerful than GEdit and Notepad.

[Tristan Ross 😺❄️ @RossComputerGuy]

If Fast Pair is reimplemented into AOSP, might be worth looking into implementing it on @ExpidusOS.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Working on a calculator app.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

We're now working on setting up some new infrastructure to handle building Flutter Engines and storing builds of ExpidusOS.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Today, we've been working on implementing the storage manager service in Gokai. So far, the native interface has been mostly implemented. We hope to have the PR finalized by the end of the week. This is a necessary step to porting the File Manager.

https://t.co/mDgXBV823b

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

Begun organizing Gokai's features.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

We're excited to announce that we've launched the web demo of Genesis Shell. Many features are still in the works but it will be updated as we continue development. https://t.co/JkDYKhSOfQ

[Tristan Ross 😺❄️ @RossComputerGuy]

Added battery indicators to Genesis Shell today for @ExpidusOS. Only problem is Bluetooth devices are reporting no battery level.

[Tristan Ross 😺❄️ @RossComputerGuy]

Preview of what Genesis Shell's login screen looks like.

[ExpidusOS @ExpidusOS]

We're glad to announce 0.2.0 of the file manager has been released. https://t.co/MYQt21VjVj

[Tristan Ross 😺❄️ @RossComputerGuy]

I just had the chance to try @ExpidusOS's File Manager on the Steam Deck. It could use some optimizations but it is indeed usable. It mainly needs to be able to go back and open the action menu.