Open Source Phone From OpenMoko
October 15, 2007 by Vincent
In recent years it seems that we've watched a major push for open access and open software and devices from pretty much everyone, as it should be. When paying so much for a device, I want to be able to use it as I choose and with the service provider of my choice, although most of the time that isn't possible without some major programming work....*cough*iPhone*cough*. Well for al those of you that have a bit of insight into programming and like the freedom of open source technology, welcome the openmoko project.
OpenMoko has been working to produce the first open source Linux based phone for the masses. Featuring a 2.5in touch sesitive screen at a wonderful 640x480 (283dpi), AGPS-enabled, with 128Mb of internal memory, also featuring expandable memory via the microSD clot, which by the way is SDIO capable unlike most phones, this device is a programmer/hackers dream toy phone. Dubbed the Neo 1973 This device runs a quad band radio and will work with and GSM provider. Currently still in testing phases the phone can be purchased for $300 off of their website by developers, with a public release date still pending. Let's wish them luck and hope that maybe this will help send a message to all those phone companies that keep trying to lock everything down.
[Source: openmoko]
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