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DoCoMo to Use Linux on Phones

Posted by CowboyNeal on from the coming-to-fruition dept.

highwaytohell writes "News.com.au has an announcement that NTT DoCoMo in collaboration with NEC and Panasonic have developed a Linux based software platform for third generation cell phones. 'The main advantage of the new platform will be easy integration of advanced multi-media applications and efficient use of software,' NEC spokeswoman Akiko Shikimori said." This was first reported about a year ago, but the platform looks to be mostly done by now, and a new press release timed to remind us of its impending release.

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  1. Multimedia by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Insightful

    The main advantage of the new platform will be easy integration of advanced multi-media applications

    I also want this on my Linux desktop.

  2. Multi-media apps? by PMJ2kx · · Score: 5, Insightful

    I use my phone for making phone calls, not watching movies. How many people do YOU know who need "multi-media applications" on a phone? Not trying to be a troll hree, but seriously, is it a practical application of technology, or a mere technology/fashon fad? Someone please convince me (Joe Schmoe) why I need it.