Goodbye to the Kodi PPA: What’s Next for Linux Users?
The popular media player Kodi has long been a favorite among Ubuntu users, thanks to the Personal Package Archives (PPA) provided by Team Kodi. However, the team has recently announced their decision to retire the PPA, citing high maintenance overhead as the reason. So what can we expect for Kodi on Linux moving forward?
Farewell to the PPA
The PPA served as a way for Ubuntu users to easily access the latest and unaltered versions of Kodi. However, as the Linux world shifts towards packaged deployments and containers, the team has decided to use Flatpak for future applications. Not only will this make Kodi more maintainable, but it will also make it accessible to a wider range of distributions.
Challenges Ahead
While the transition to Flatpak builds presents exciting possibilities, it also comes with its own set of challenges. The team will need to put in significant effort to ensure the new builds match the quality and stability of the PPA. But they are determined to make it happen and will update their documentation accordingly to make Flatpak installations more user-friendly.
Exploring Other Options
For those who prefer to build from the source, fear not! This option will still be available for Linux users, as it is for other distributions. Plus, the Kodi team is working on making Flatpak installations the more obvious choice for users, making it even more convenient to access the latest version of Kodi.
What Does This Mean for Linux Users?
The retirement of the Kodi PPA definitely marks the end of an era for Ubuntu users. However, the move to Flatpak shows great potential for the future of Kodi on Linux. With this change, the popular media player will have a more stable and maintainable foundation, allowing it to reach more users than ever before. So let’s bid farewell to the PPA and look forward to a new, improved Kodi experience on Linux.
