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- This video serves as an efficient technical summary of specific software changes, such as the APK package manager and Yukode scripting, saving users from reading long changelogs.
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The OpenWRT project has announced the release of OpenWRT25.12, a free and open-source Linux-based operating system primarily used for embedded devices, most notably residential gateways and routers, as the first stable version in the new 25.12 series. The main highlight is the switch from the OP package manager to APK Alpine package keeper. Since the OpenWRT op fork is no longer maintained, the project has adopted APK as the default package manager. While most package names remain the same, command line syntax has changed. The project provides an official OP to APK cheat sheet to assist users with the transition. Regarding the upgrade process, the attended CIS upgrade system is now integrated by default in the Lucy web interface and the out command line utility is included for devices with larger flash storage. These tools automatically rebuild firmware images with all installed packages, enabling users to upgrade while preserving configurations and software. Wi-Fi management scripts have been rewritten in Yukode, replacing previous shell scripts. Developers report that Yukode delivers faster execution, greater reliability, and better integration with OpenWRT subsystems such as UBOS and UCI. This release also introduces persistent shell command history stored in a RAMbacked file system, allowing users to retain command history between sessions without unnecessary flash rights. Users can enable persistent storage manually, but the project cautions that this may increase flashware over time. Another novelty in OpenWRT25.12 is that it now includes the video feed by default, providing access to QT5 based user interface applications directly from the package repositories. Hardware support has been expanded with the real tech target now supporting additional switch socks, including 10 GB models. The Qualcommax target adds support for the IP50XX and IP60XX series. New targets include Sifler SF21A6826/SF21H8898 socks microchip LAN 969X switches and Owen F1C00F1C200S platforms via the new Sueni ARM 926 EJS subtarget. Core components have also been updated. The release includes Linux kernel 6.12, GCC 14.3, Gibbc 2.41, Muzzle 1.2.5, and Boodles 2.44. Networking and system packages have been refreshed too, including Dismask 2.91, Drop Bear 2025. Busybox 1.37. Wireless components use CFG80211 and MAC 800211 from kernel 6.18 and host is based on a master snapshot from August 2025. Keep in mind that with this release, the OpenWRT project has also announced that OpenWRT24.10 will reach end of life in September 2026. After that date, it will no longer receive security updates. Users are encouraged to upgrade to the 25.12 series before support ends. OpenWRT25.12 firmware images are available through the project's firmware selector or directly from the OpenWRT download servers. Upgrading from OpenWRT24.10 is supported in most cases using the CIS upgrade utility. The project recommends creating a configuration backup before upgrading.
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OpenWrt 25.12 open-source router firmware arrives with a major shift to the APK package manager, replacing opkg, alongside Linux kernel 6.12. https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jorebza