There are many flagship offerings from different manufacturers which offer multi core processors and lots of storage, but none of them can offer you a full desktop experience. But an upcoming device not only offers great hardware but runs full fledged Ubuntu desktop OS.
The Ubuntu Edge - a smartphone from Canonical which runs full Ubuntu OS is up for fundraising on Indiegogo and has already created a record with its over $10 million funding so far from over 22000 backers. The funding campaign started on July 22nd and has a goal of $32million with 6 days left.
About Ubuntu Edge -
The Ubuntu edge offers cutting edge hardware in a beautifully crafted body. It runs full Ubuntu OS and can be transformed into a full Ubuntu PC with a dock. It can not only run Ubuntu but also Android OS as a dual-boot option.
The exact speficiations are not yet finalized, but the manufacturer has promised that it will get the best available components. Here are the current specs -
The specs are surely mouth watering, you not only get capable hardware but a desktop OS to utilize the potential, yet there is mobility.
Price and Availability-
The Ubuntu edge will start shipping from May 2014. It is available only on Indiegogo and can be booked by paying $695. The shipping is free to the US and UK, other international customers need to pay $30 extra for shipping.
The prospect of smartphone running a desktop OS seems great and the device itself seems very promising. For Indian buyers the device will cost $725 without taxes and duties which translates to Rs 45000 approx all inclusive. This price is not bad at all considering other flagship phones and phablets are already falling in this range.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=fFN4k-AFEbw
The Ubuntu Edge - a smartphone from Canonical which runs full Ubuntu OS is up for fundraising on Indiegogo and has already created a record with its over $10 million funding so far from over 22000 backers. The funding campaign started on July 22nd and has a goal of $32million with 6 days left.
About Ubuntu Edge -
The Ubuntu edge offers cutting edge hardware in a beautifully crafted body. It runs full Ubuntu OS and can be transformed into a full Ubuntu PC with a dock. It can not only run Ubuntu but also Android OS as a dual-boot option.
The exact speficiations are not yet finalized, but the manufacturer has promised that it will get the best available components. Here are the current specs -
- 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
- 11-pin connector providing simultaneous MHL and USB OTG
- 3.5mm jack
- Silicon-anode Li-Ion battery
- 64 x 9 x 124mm
The specs are surely mouth watering, you not only get capable hardware but a desktop OS to utilize the potential, yet there is mobility.
Price and Availability-
The Ubuntu edge will start shipping from May 2014. It is available only on Indiegogo and can be booked by paying $695. The shipping is free to the US and UK, other international customers need to pay $30 extra for shipping.
The prospect of smartphone running a desktop OS seems great and the device itself seems very promising. For Indian buyers the device will cost $725 without taxes and duties which translates to Rs 45000 approx all inclusive. This price is not bad at all considering other flagship phones and phablets are already falling in this range.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=fFN4k-AFEbw
