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Major Update! Synology DSM 7.4.1 and Popular Docker Containers for July 2026
July 2026 brings major news for Synology users and self-hosting enthusiasts, with the release of DSM 7.4.1-90080 addressing USB issues and significant updates for popular Docker Containers Immich and Paperless-ngx, introducing new features and breaking changes.
📌 Key Highlights:
- Synology released DSM 7.4.1-90080 update, focusing on issue resolution and stability, especially concerning USB device connectivity.
- Immich and Paperless-ngx released version 3.0, a major update featuring new functionalities and breaking changes that users should be aware of.
- The Jellyfin project saw changes in its core management team, but development continues, and it remains fully open-source.
Kickstarting July 2026 with major news for the self-hosting community and Synology NAS users, particularly with the release of several interesting software updates and Docker Containers. These are significant changes that users should be aware of.
💿 Synology DSM 7.4.1-90080
Synology released the DSM 7.4.1-90080 update on July 23, 2026. This version primarily focuses on bug fixes and stability improvements. A key issue addressed is the inability of USB UPS devices to be detected after updating to DSM 7.4, and problems with certain USB devices not functioning on some NAS models. This update requires a system reboot, and as usual, downgrading to previous versions is not possible.
📸 Immich v3.0
Immich, the popular self-hosted photo and video management application, has released version 3.0. This is a major update introducing many prominent features such as non-destructive mobile photo editing, Workflows for automation, more stable background backups on Android and iOS, and numerous performance improvements. However, there are several breaking changes (mostly API-related). Users should carefully read the Migration Guide before updating.
📄 Paperless-ngx v3.0
Another application receiving a major update is Paperless-ngx, the digital document management system. Version 3.0 represents the biggest change in the project's history, shifting its Search Backend from Whoosh to the more modern Tantivy, adding Document File Versions, and most notably, the introduction of Paperless AI, which can connect to both local and remote LLMs. This update includes critical breaking changes, such as PAPERLESS_SECRET_KEY becoming mandatory, and various setting adjustments. Users must study the information thoroughly before updating.
🎬 Changes in Jellyfin
The popular media server project, Jellyfin, has undergone significant management changes. Joshua Boniface, the project lead, announced his resignation due to burnout, and other core team members have also departed. However, the remaining team members affirm that the Jellyfin project will continue as before. Development for version 12.0 is still underway, and the project will remain free and non-profit open-source software.
💬 Which Docker Containers are you currently using on your Synology NAS, or are there any applications you'd like us to create installation guides for? Share your thoughts!