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Linux Finds Its Way to More Handheld Devices
LXrider writes "The coolest new handheld to pick Linux as its OS is the Pepper Pad. This device was one of the most exciting products to be found at this year's otherwise lackluster C3 Expo in NYC. The Pepper Pad runs MontaVista Linux on a Intel XScale PXA270 (624 MHz) processor and it used for viewing multimedia, surfing the net, and controlling your home's electronics."
does it run Windows?
Oh yes, this marvel of engineering can be yours, for the low, low, price of $849.99.
I like the packaging, and the use of open source. But for that price, I think I'll pass.
That smells like a new /. meme rising
"It may run Linux ...but the video on the site requires Windows Media Player 9."
Pity that only 100 million people will be able to click the link and have it instantly play. Bastards.
"Derp de derp."
This is the latest in a long line of "Beowulf cluster of Natalie Portman-style grits, you insensitive clod" taglines.
I've seen it in a lot of articles lately. So why am I not surprised it was modded interesting? Obviously the bots have taken over. Moderation must be done via genetically-engineered parakeet.
Moderation must be done via genetically-engineered parakeet.
Parakeet? I'm a galah, you insensitive clod!
Cupboardware (n):
Any useless but superficially attractive item of consumer electonics purchased by people with too much money that is played with for two weeks and then condemned to reside in a cupboard for 18 months until being eBayed or given to the local charity shop.