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Ubuntu Edge - The Next Gen Of Smartphones
In the car industry, Formula 1 provides a commercial testbed for cutting-edge technologies. The Ubuntu Edge project aims to do the same for the mobile phone industry -- to provide a low-volume, high-technology platform, crowdfunded by enthusiasts and mobile computing professionals. Sounds interesting? If so, head over to watch a video overview and the proposed technical specifications...
The video overview:
Here is proposed technical specifications which may change:
- Dual boot Ubuntu mobile OS and Android
- Fully integrated Ubuntu desktop PC when docked
- Fastest multi-core CPU, 4GB RAM, 128GB storage
- Micro-SIM
- 4.5in 1,280 x 720 HD sapphire crystal display
- 8mp low-light rear camera, 2mp front camera
- Dual-LTE, dual-band 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4, NFC
- GPS, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, barometer
- Stereo speakers with HD audio, dual-mic recording, Active Noise Cancellation
- MHL connector, 3.5mm jack
- Battery Silicon-anode Li-Ion
- Dimensions 64 x 9 x 124mm
So, if this what you have been waiting for, head over and grab one while you can -> Site
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#4625946 Posted on: 07/25/2013 10:29 AM
What is this "Fastest multi-core CPU" ?
I see that being mentioned few times, but no comment on what it actually is... ARM? x86? Something else ?
What is this "Fastest multi-core CPU" ?
I see that being mentioned few times, but no comment on what it actually is... ARM? x86? Something else ?
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#4626118 Posted on: 07/25/2013 04:29 PM
If it is anything like the other Shuttleworth offerings, this mobile will probably crash to a standstill every time a user attempts to launch Ubuntu.
If it is anything like the other Shuttleworth offerings, this mobile will probably crash to a standstill every time a user attempts to launch Ubuntu.
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#4626123 Posted on: 07/25/2013 04:42 PM
regardless of the hardware, in the end it's just a phone with a dual OS.
cool, useful, but not too incredible, the discovery of hot water was much more revolutionary than this phone.
it was incredible enough for you to make a stupid comment
i think it will be nice to have another OS on the market
regardless of the hardware, in the end it's just a phone with a dual OS.
cool, useful, but not too incredible, the discovery of hot water was much more revolutionary than this phone.

it was incredible enough for you to make a stupid comment

i think it will be nice to have another OS on the market
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#4626204 Posted on: 07/25/2013 07:30 PM
What is this "Fastest multi-core CPU" ?
I see that being mentioned few times, but no comment on what it actually is... ARM? x86? Something else ?
Pretty sure he meant the "Fastest multi-core CPU" available at that time when "they finalize the design". 8C/16T anyone? lol!
it was incredible enough for you to make a stupid comment
i think it will be nice to have another OS on the market
Although I slightly agree with the another OS on the market, I agree with Year on the Dual Boot thing.
Ever wonder why Dual Boot never got any momentum? Many others and I did it on our HTC Blackstone(WM6.5, Android with Haret) like a LOT of years ago. Oh good times.
HTC HD2 was a multi-boot device. Dell Streak, Nokia n900 just to name a few dual/multi boot capable devices.
Some performed admirably like the Undying HD2 but most were a flop.
Now I really hope the Ubuntu Edge change all that and bring something new, but until then, noone knows. But history shows that the dual boot road what a really bumpy/hard one.
What is this "Fastest multi-core CPU" ?
I see that being mentioned few times, but no comment on what it actually is... ARM? x86? Something else ?
Pretty sure he meant the "Fastest multi-core CPU" available at that time when "they finalize the design". 8C/16T anyone? lol!

it was incredible enough for you to make a stupid comment

i think it will be nice to have another OS on the market
Although I slightly agree with the another OS on the market, I agree with Year on the Dual Boot thing.
Ever wonder why Dual Boot never got any momentum? Many others and I did it on our HTC Blackstone(WM6.5, Android with Haret) like a LOT of years ago. Oh good times.
HTC HD2 was a multi-boot device. Dell Streak, Nokia n900 just to name a few dual/multi boot capable devices.
Some performed admirably like the Undying HD2 but most were a flop.
Now I really hope the Ubuntu Edge change all that and bring something new, but until then, noone knows. But history shows that the dual boot road what a really bumpy/hard one.
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regardless of the hardware, in the end it's just a phone with a dual OS.
cool, useful, but not too incredible, the discovery of hot water was much more revolutionary than this phone.