Canonical recently released Ubuntu 23.04 "Lunar Lobster", the latest version of the popular free and open source Linux operating system. It comes loaded with new features and updates to offer you a better user experience and make the operating system more efficient. In addition, the new packages and the latest Linux kernel make it a great choice for both work and casual use. So whether you are an experienced Ubuntu user or planning to try this Linux distro, here is a comprehensive overview of the new features and changes in Ubuntu 23.04. This guide will help you make an informed decision about whether or not to upgrade to this version.

As revealed in the official release schedule, Canonical started the six-month development cycle for Ubuntu 23.04 in October, with the first week of testing starting just before the New Year. The operating system then went through a second round of testing in early March, squashing all major bugs and issues.

This was followed by the first official beta release on March 30, 2023. Ubuntu 23.04 was made available for public testing last week, and we finally got a chance to try Ubuntu's next version. At the time of writing this article, the release candidate build will be available on April 13, 2023. While testing the beta version of Ubuntu 23.04 Lunar Lobster, we encountered some minor bugs and issues and expect them to be fixed in the final release, which is set to on April 20, 2023.

Ubuntu 23.04 introduces a host of exciting new features and improvements over the previous generation 22.10 Kinetic Kudu build. From a shiny new installer to the revamped GNOME environment, Ubuntu 23.04 is packed with some great features to enhance the user experience and improve overall workflow efficiency. These features were shipped with the development branch and may change before the final release on April 20, 2023. With that said, let's look at some notable new features in Ubuntu 23.04: