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2007 07 03

Windows Stickler: Palm's Linux-based Foleo a Threat to (Windows) Laptops

Palm Foleo with Linux threatens the Laptop

The Palm Foleo is joining a list of MID (Mobile Internet Devices) like the Nokia N800 and Asus Eee that use a lightweight version of Linux but the main advantage of the Foleo is its instant on feature. While traditional "Linux" may be too difficult for the average user to handle, these highly integrated implementations of Linux have no problem being adopted by the masses. That could pose a problem for Microsoft in the long run if these devices ever get widespread adoption.

http://s5h.net/u?ze261
Here is the video demo (mentioned earlier): Palm Foleo First Thoughts

If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a video should be worth a whole volume. That's why Brian Beeler and I recorded a brief video overview of the Foleo, which will hopefully give you a better idea of what it will be like to use the first mobile companion yourself.

http://s5h.net/u?z3d08
Related: Pair of Palm ISVs promise Foleo ports

Two ISVs (independent software vendors) have announced plans to port their commercial applications to Palm's forthcoming Linux- and ARM-based miniature laptop.

http://s5h.net/u?zc454