Some things I will never understand at Nokia. They push open source heavily, yet on a Linux based device they choose to go with a closed source browser built by Opera. Hopefully this maemo version of the rendering engine behind Firefox 3.0 will enable a better browsing experience than what the N800 currently offers. At…
Palm Foleo to be released on August 22?
It seems Palm is wrapping Foleo for the end of August. According to an anonymous source, Palm’s Linux-based “mobile companion” will start selling on August 22 through Palm’s website and its retail stores. Strange thing about this rumor is that other stores such as Best Buy will pick it up 3 months later — in…
Next Nokia Internet Tablet spotted; Is it N900?
Just when we saw Nokia N800 updated with Skype and Flash 9 support, Engadget guys got the leaked photos of the successor to the Nokia N800. As you can see from the photo bellow, Nokia’s next Internet Tablet will feature the full slide-out QWERTY keyboard. Other than that we’ve no clue what will this device…
Nokia N800 updated; Adds Skype, Flash 9, support for 8GB memory cards
Well, it finally happened – Skype is officially available for Nokia N800 Internet Tablet, along with Flash 9 and single memory card support up to 8 GB. The new firmware also includes improvements around the wireless connection, as well as some changes at application level. What this means is that now you’ll be able to…
OpenMoko upgrades hardware; Releases more information
Last time we’ve heard about OpenMoko, they said the first Neo1973 units will be shipping to developers on May 25. Apparently, nothing happened on that day, and the company has just released new information. Good news is that the Neo’s hardware will be upgraded with the new CPU (a 400MHz Samsung, up from 266MHz in…
Motorola’s 3G RAZR2 V9 gets outed by FCC!
The hot (they better hope it is), new Motorola RAZR2 V9 has finally been spotted on the FCC’s pages. The 3G enabled successor to the ubiquitous Moto RAZR V3 has been outed as the newest addition to the RAZR lineup, as well as an entertainment device capable of streaming live internet music as well as…
Skype on the Nokia N800, it lives!
The one application that was supposed to make the N800 amazing when it launched at CES nearly 7 months ago is finally coming out of the closet! Ladies and gentlemen, Skype on the Nokia N800. [Via: Gizmodo] Update: More info from jkOnTheRun states this application will be available next month!
Ubuntu for mobile to debut on October 18th
As we posted earlier, Ubuntu Linux is set to hit the mobile space. Version 7.10, also known as “Gutsy Gibbon,” will be the first one ever to include new Mobile and Embedded editions that will target “hand-held devices and other mobile/embedded form factors.” It will use components from the Hildon UI, developed by Nokia and…
UTStarcom DV007 swivel camcorder phone does Linux
UTStarcom has rolled out their new DV007 camcorder phone. The clamshell twists for recording pictures and video – like Nokia’s N93. The UTStarcom DV007 is powered by an Intel processor running a Linux OS. That’s right folks, this little sucker runs Linux – so all you Linux modders can get crazy with this thing! Aside…
Linux Phone Standards Forum to publish their 1.0 spec soon
Linux on mobile phones is a touchy subject. The only reason there is an effort to port the penguin on your cell phone is to reduce licensing costs. Sure Linux advocates will talk about openness and freedom, but at the end of the day you have to collect your receipts and see where you’re leaking…