Public Alpha Test: Audio Without Compromise - Volumio on Bookworm Begins

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Breaking changes

Decisions and technical changes.

Direct Downloads & Version History

This post will be updated with fresh direct download links for Volumio Bookworm Public Alpha builds as they become available.

Platforms currently included:

  • Raspberry Pi (all models, including Pi 5)
  • x86/AMD64 (Intel/AMD PC, NUC)

Latest Alpha Builds

Raspberry Pi

Download Link Release Notes
Download 4.005 New flash required. See changelog in post #2 for full details.
Download 4.004 See changelog in post #2 for full details.
Download 0.069 See changelog in post #2 for full details.
Download 0.068 Firmware delivery, minor fixes.
Download 0.067 Integrated updated firmware bundle and synchronized Bookworm Pi build branches for improved wireless and SoC compatibility.
Download 0.066 Time Service Helper, WiFi USB Improvements
Download 0.065 New kernel 6.12.27
Download 0.063 Calibration - boot/plymouth theme rework
Download 0.062 Invite lazy USB WiFi to join the party
Download 0.061 Initial WiFi setup
Download 0.060 Host Name formatter change
Download 0.059 SMB v 3.11; mpd 0.24; OTA overwrite
Download 0.058 Version alignment across platforms

x86/AMD64

Download Link Release Notes
Download 4.005 New flash required. See changelog in post #2 for full details.
Download 4.004 See changelog in post #2 for full details.
Download 0.069 See changelog in post #2 for full details.
Download 0.068 OTA, ACPI keymap fallback logic implemented for brightness, mute, and volume keys, minor fixes
Download 0.067 A fresh re-flash is required. Enabled CNVi Bluetooth, LPSS, new Realtek audio and Wi-Fi drivers, CIFS stack, and runtime rfkill recovery.
Download 0.066 Time Service Helper, WiFi USB Improvements, Realtek Driver Stack (Upstream), Firmware Update, Kernel Update & KMS
Download 0.065 New LTS kernel 6.12.28
Download 0.063 Calibration - boot/plymouth theme rework
Download 0.062 Invite lazy USB WiFi to join the party
New partition layout for OTA
On-screen keyboard protoype
Download 0.061 Initial WiFi setup
Download 0.060 Host Name formatter change
Download 0.059 SMB v 3.11; mpd 0.24; OTA overwrite
Download 0.058 Initial public alpha build

Direct links will be listed here once fresh from the oven.

Changelog: Volumio on Bookworm (Public Alpha)

This post tracks all Alpha build changes for Volumio on Debian Bookworm.
Always consult this post before reporting issues. Each release includes platform-specific notes, known issues, and OTA eligibility.

Current Alpha Version

v4.005 – May 31, 2025
Version not eligible for OTA updates on Bookworm.
Devices flashed with v0.067 or later can now receive OTA updates.

Download latest image: See top post.

Full Changelog

v4.004 – May 31, 2025

Breaking Changes:

  • New partition layout is now in effect.
    A fresh flash is required to upgrade to this version.
    OTA is blocked on older layouts.

  • OTA partition size check is active on Bookworm.
    Systems with /boot partitions smaller than 380 MB will be blocked from updating.
    A modal warning will appear via the UI explaining the required reflash.

Pi:

  • Improved early detection of USB Wi-Fi adapters during boot and update processes.

x86:

  • Continued improvements to ACPI handling (power and input events).

Known Issues:

  • Devices flashed with older layouts must reflash to receive future updates.
  • Minimum storage requirement remains 8GB.
  • Unchanged – see previous release.

v4.004 – May 29, 2025

Changes:

Pi:

  • Added rtw88 Wi-Fi modules for improved Realtek chipset support.

x86:

  • Further ACPI handling improvements (e.g., power buttons, key events).

All Platforms:

  • Release channel selector now available at http://<volumio_ip>/dev
    Options include: Stable, Test, Alpha

Known Issues:
Unchanged – see previous release.

v4.003 – May 28, 2025

Changes:

  • Continues infrastructure testing introduced in v4.001.
  • Further validation of release channel selection and OTA delivery pipeline.

Note:
No new functionality or bug fixes included in this release.

Known Issues:
Unchanged – see previous release.

v4.002 – May 27, 2025

Changes:

  • Introduced release channel selector.
  • Continues infrastructure testing introduced in v4.001.
  • Further validation of release channel selection and OTA delivery pipeline.

Note:
No new functionality or bug fixes included in this release.

Known Issues:
Unchanged – see previous release.

v4.001 – May 26, 2025

Changes:

  • Internal testing of delivery infrastructure.
  • Validating update delivery mechanisms.

Note:
This build contains no new features or fixes.

Known Issues:
Unchanged - see previous release.

v0.069 – May 23, 2025

All Platforms

  • Integrated custom firmware injection system.

Pi:

  • Ensured rfkill is unblocked before hostapd during image build.
  • volumio_rfkill_unblock.service now uses Wants= and After= to guarantee startup order.

x86:

  • Corrected ACPI button handling (brightness, mute, volume).
  • Input handling optimized.
  • Kernel updated to 6.12.30.

Known Issues:

  • TIDAL Connect – under developer review.
  • Qobuz Connect – under developer review.
  • WebRadio plugin search – pending fix.
  • Partition layout under review – future reflash expected.
  • Minimum storage requirement is 8GB.

v0.068 – May 21, 2025

All Platforms

  • OTA update support activated from v0.067 onward.

  • Merged volumio-os PR #133:

    • Initramfs diagnostics and recovery shell on critical boot failure.
    • Improved overlay mount handling and fallback behavior.

  • Wi-Fi subsystem improved to better handle rfkill soft-blocks and problematic USB dongles.

  • Standardized hardware support request template added to forum thread.

Raspberry Pi

  • firmware-volumio bundle added for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and SoC firmware.
  • Unified build logic from bookworm/pi and Bookworm branches.

x86

  • Kernel Mode Setting (KMS) and framebuffer support enabled.
  • Realtek HDA codec support added: ALC663 and ALC897.
  • Realtek 88XXAU USB Wi-Fi driver included.
  • CIFS/SMB kernel module support enabled.
  • Improved rfkill handling after suspend/resume or cold boot.
  • ACPI keymap fallback logic implemented for brightness, mute, and volume keys (from PR #133).

Known Issues

  • Brightness and function keys may still behave inconsistently on some x86 laptops.

  • Devices on v0.066 or earlier must reflash to receive v0.068 or future updates.

  • We have identified a risk that the current partition layout may be too restrictive. A recalculation is underway.

    • This will require a fresh reflash in one of the upcoming releases.
    • The minimum supported storage size is now 8GB (previously 4GB).

v0.067 – May 19, 2025

  • Partition layout updated – required for OTA support starting in v0.068.

  • firmware-volumio firmware injection enabled for Pi images.

  • Kernel enhancements for:

    • Intel CNVi Bluetooth (Gemini Lake)
    • Realtek HDA ALC663 / ALC897
    • Realtek 88XXAU Wi-Fi

  • KMS/framebuffer display support enabled on x86.

v0.066 – May 16, 2025

  • Touch Display plugin fails to install (missing dependencies).
  • External USB drives may cause undervoltage issues on Raspberry Pi 3B.
  • Spontaneous restarts reported during TIDAL Connect playback on x86.

v0.065 – May 15, 2025

  • OTA updates may not appear without factory reset from the same image.

v0.061 – April 26, 2025

  • Major fixes to wireless and hotspot fallback logic:
    • Resolved issues where Wi-Fi would not connect or fail after boot.
    • Hotspot fallback logic improved.
  • Fixes for HP x2 Detachable and Dell Wyse 3040 network interfaces.

v0.060 – April 24, 2025

  • First version with OTA infrastructure.
  • Requires fresh flash to transition from earlier versions.

v0.058 – April 22, 2025

  • Initial public Alpha release for Volumio on Debian Bookworm.

Bookmark this post or check back regularly - links will be updated as each build completes packaging and verification.

Kind Regards,

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