LinuxSnap for Monday 7/22/13
Linux News Headlines
Ubuntu Edge Smartphone Announced
Ubuntu Touch features the ability to run Ubuntu Desktop directly from a phone.
Ubuntu Edge, a smartphone running on the upcoming Ubuntu Touch mobile operating system was announced today. In order for this device to become reality, the project is utilizing the crowdfunding site Indiegogo and will require $32,000,000 USD within the next month for the development process to commence.
From the project page:
This beautifully crafted smartphone is a proving ground for the most advanced mobile technologies on the horizon, a showpiece for true mobile innovation. And at the heart of it all is convergence: connect to any monitor and this Ubuntu phone transforms into an Ubuntu PC, with a fully integrated desktop OS and shared access to all files.
We’re fascinated by converged computing, the idea that the smartphone in your pocket can also be the brain of the PC on your desk. We’ve shaped Ubuntu so you can transition seamlessly between the two environments. Now all that’s needed is a phone that’s designed from the ground up to be a PC as well.
The Ubuntu Edge is our very own superphone, a catalyst to drive the next generation of personal computing.
The technical specifications for Ubuntu Edge are the following and have the potential to change:
- Dual boot Ubuntu mobile OS and Android
- Fully integrated Ubuntu desktop PC when docked
- Fastest multi-core CPU, 4GB RAM, 128GB storage
- 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
- Silicon-anode Li-Ion battery
- 64 x 9 x 124mm
Latest Distro Releases
Linux Mint 15 KDE
Yesterday the Linux Mint team announced the release of the KDE version of Linux Mint 15. Linux Mint 15 KDE includes the latest version of KDE SC 4, version 4.10. Linux Mint 15 KDE follows the May 29th release of Linux Mint 15.
From the release announcement:
The team is proud to announce the release of Linux Mint 15 “Olivia” KDE. KDE is a vibrant, innovative, advanced, modern looking and full-featured desktop environment. This edition features all the improvements from the latest Linux Mint release on top of KDE 4.10.
The release notes for Linux Mint 15 KDE can be found here.
Articles of Interest
Can any tablet OS challenge Android and iOS? – zdnet.com
Ubuntu Forums Hacked, 1.8 Million Passwords, E-Mails & Usernames Stolen – omgubuntu.co.uk
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