The update brings apps for testing GPS and GLONASS, NFC exchange support, improved Wi-Fi and browser security, as well as fixes for system components and the Linux kernel

BaseALT has released an update for the Alt Mobile 11.0.1 mobile operating system. The developers focused on improving device stability and security, enhancing wireless connectivity, and expanding navigation capabilities.

In the Firefox ESR browser, security has been strengthened, an about:mobile page has been added for interface customization, vertical tabs were introduced, and pop-up rendering was improved. In the Fractal messenger, users can now mark chats as unread, request invitations to Matrix rooms, and play audio with waveform scrubbing.

The updates also affected system components. In WirePlumber, Bluetooth headset profile switching and audio device disconnection handling were improved. In wpa_supplicant, Wi-Fi security mechanisms were refined, including EAP-TLS authentication with TLS 1.3 support. Stability when working with smart cards and tokens was also increased.

The Satellite app was added to the system for diagnosing GPS, GLONASS, and other satellite systems. It displays data on satellites, signal strength, and coordinates, and also allows saving routes in GPX format. Another new feature is the neard service for working with NFC adapters and tags, including peer-to-peer data exchange.

Both components are included in the new OS images, but to install them on an already running system, they will need to be downloaded separately.

Standard images and virtual machine versions use Linux kernel 6.12.94, while PINE64 devices use 6.18.29. The updates include fixes aimed at improving OS stability and security.