Pine64 has revealed it is currently in the process of developing an affordable $25 smartwatch specifically designed for Linux smartphones. The aptly named PineTime smartwatch uses an already available smartwatch casing with custom internal hardware supporting Bluetooth 5.0, heart rate monitor and more.The smartwatch has been designed to run open source software, based on … [Read more...] about PineTime $25 smartwatch for Linux smartphones
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System76 Adder WS 4K OLED Linux laptop
System76 has this week unveiled a new addition to its range of Linux laptops announcing the availability of the new System76 Adder WS from tomorrow August 8th, 2019 onwards. Equipped with a 15 inch 4K OLED display the Linux laptop can be powered by an Intel Core i7-9750H or Intel Core i9-9980HK processor supported by up to 32GB of DDR4-3000 or 64GB of DDR4-2666 RAM depending on … [Read more...] about System76 Adder WS 4K OLED Linux laptop
Linux Lite 4.6 RC1 operating system now available
Linux users, developers and enthusiasts may be interested to know that the Linux Lite 4.6 RC1 operating system is now available to download and is free for everyone to use and share. Linux Lite 4.6 RC1 is suitable for people who are new to Linux or for people who want a lightweight environment that is also fully functional. The minimum system requirements for Linux Lite 4.6 RC1 … [Read more...] about Linux Lite 4.6 RC1 operating system now available
Pinebook Pro Linux laptop preorders open from $200
Preorders have opened this week for the $200 Pinebook Pro Linux laptop designed to provide an affordable laptop capable of playing 4K videos and desktop performance similar to that offered by the Raspberry Pi 4. The laptop hardware is enclosed in a magnesium casing rather than plastic of the first generation. Check out the demonstration video below to learn more about its … [Read more...] about Pinebook Pro Linux laptop preorders open from $200
One Mix 1S Yoga mini laptop running Linux
Even though the One Mix 1S Yoga mini laptop comes preloaded with Microsoft’s latest Windows 10 operating system it also supports a number of different Linux distributions some of which Brad Linder has put through their paces over on the Liliputing website.The One Mix 1S Yoga portable mini PC is available to purchase for around $440 and is equipped with a 7 inch touchscreen … [Read more...] about One Mix 1S Yoga mini laptop running Linux
New Raspbian Raspberry Pi OS Buster now available
As well as launching their new Raspberry Pi 4 mini PC, the Raspberry Pi Foundation have also announced this week the release of a new version of their Raspberry Pi OS, Raspbian Buster. The new version of Raspbian is now available to download and is based on Buster, the latest version of Debian Linux.“The official launch date for Buster is July 7th 2019, so we are a couple … [Read more...] about New Raspbian Raspberry Pi OS Buster now available
Windows 10 Linux kernel arriving summer 2019
During the summer months of 2019 Microsoft has confirmed they will be rolling out an integrated Linux Kernel to their latest Windows 10 operating system. The Windows Terminal will be provided via the Microsoft Store and will be updated regularly says Microsoft to ensure users can enjoy the newest features and latest improvements with minimum effort.The Windows 10 Terminal … [Read more...] about Windows 10 Linux kernel arriving summer 2019
Pinebook Pro Linux laptop updated from $199
Linux laptop manufacturer Pinebook has unveiled plans this week to launch an affordable system in the form of the Pinebook Pro which will be available to purchase from $199 and feature a Rockchip RK3399 SOC with Mali T860 MP4 GPU. Offering the ability for users to have either Ubuntu and Debian operating systems installed.“The Pinebook Pro linux laptop is meant to deliver … [Read more...] about Pinebook Pro Linux laptop updated from $199
Entroware Linux laptops introduced with NVIDIA TRX and 9th Gen Intel CPUs
UK-based computer company Entroware has updated its range of Linux laptops with 8th Gen Intel CPUs as well as NVIDIA RTX graphics. The companies Proteus, Athena, Zeus, and Helios have all received hardware updates in the form of with latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 20-series graphics and 8th and 9th Gen Intel CPUs.The Athena, Helios, and Zeus Linux laptops received Nvidia GeForce … [Read more...] about Entroware Linux laptops introduced with NVIDIA TRX and 9th Gen Intel CPUs
Kali Linux 2019.1 security OS released
This month Kali Linux 2019.1 security OS has been released, bringing with it an updated version of the Metasploit. Together with wider support for ARM devices and update the kernel up to version 4.19.13 and includes many updated packages, bug fixes and improvements. The major feature of the latest Kali Linux 2019.1 release is the inclusion of a new Metasploit 5.0 version which … [Read more...] about Kali Linux 2019.1 security OS released
Ubuntu 18.04.2 LTS supports Raspberry Pi 3
Following on from the announcement and release of the latest Ubuntu 18.04.2 LTS operating system for desktop, server, and cloud. Raspberry Pi enthusiasts may be interested to know that the latest release with long-term support and updates every six months will support the latest Raspberry Pi 3 mini PC.The Raspberry Pi 3 has a supported image target for Ubuntu Server and the … [Read more...] about Ubuntu 18.04.2 LTS supports Raspberry Pi 3
Ubuntu 18.04.2 LTS now available to download
The development team responsible for the Ubuntu Linux operating system have this week announced the availability and release of Ubuntu 18.04.2 LTS (Long-Term Support) for its Desktop, Server, and Cloud products, as well as other flavours of Ubuntu with long-term support. For those unfamiliar with Ubuntu, takes the form of a Linux based open source software operating system that … [Read more...] about Ubuntu 18.04.2 LTS now available to download