Linux heads will be happy to hear that Ubuntu version 9.10 has been released to the public. This build is entitled Karmic Koala and will feature a faster boot sequence, updated audio framework and an all new Software Center that will make it easier to add/remove applications.

The developers have said this build makes it easier for the general public to adapt to Linux as it simplifies a great deal of the OS.

Head here to download it.

Tags: 9.10, Desktop PCs, karmic koala, Laptops, Linux, Mobile News, Mobile Software, software, ubuntu

It was only a matter of time before this happened — A hacker by the name of Jesse Vincent has successfully been able to get Amazon’s Kindle 2 to run Ubuntu 9.04.

Now you may say, who cares it’s just an eBook reader, but perhaps this will unlock some Kindle 2 functionality that no one knew about before. Exactly what, you ask? Well, your guess is as good as mine at this point.

Read (BoingBoing)

Tags: hacker, Kindle 2, Linux, port, ubuntu, Uncategorized

If you are sick of that old operating system that your mobile devices run on, check out the new Ubuntu 9.04 for Nokia N8×0 tables that has been recently made available. Ubuntu 9.04 (Jaunty Jackalope) is primed and ready for installation on Nokia’s N8×0 family of handhelds, which obviously includes the N800 and N810.

It should be noted, however, that Usplash and audio aren’t working at the moment, but everything else seems to be humming along just fine. If you’re looking for the step-by-step guide of hooking your handheld up with a real-deal OS, give that read link a long look.

(Source) Internet Tablet Talk

Tags: handhelds, internet tablet talk, internet tablets, jackalope, Laptops, mobile devices, Nokia, operating system, ubuntu

Is it a netbook? Is it a laptop? No! It’s Dell’s Inspiron Mini 12.

Previously the Inspiron Mini 12 was a Vista only machine but thanks to a recent update from Dell, that is no longer the case. You can now order the Inspiron Mini 12 with either Ubuntu Linux or Windows XP, a sigh of relief for those looking to order the device.

Starting at just $499, the Ubuntu Linux version of the Mini 12 is the cheapest, with the Windows XP version starting at $549. Of course, with all the added do-dads and what not, you’re sure to be paying above those prices.

Tags: Dell, Laptops, mini 12, netbook, software, ubuntu, windows vista, Windows XP

ARM and Ubuntu have announced that they are working on a new Ubuntu version for the AMRv7 architecture, including the Cortex-A8 and A9 processors. The new version will get you low-power consumption and integrated graphics in a new platform for mobile devices. This new platform will be available for netbooks, internet tablet and other mobile devices excepting cell phones starting with April 2009. We’ll tell you more next year!

via Press

Tags: ARM, mobile platform, Mobile Software, Portable Devices, ubuntu

Linux fans, and those looking to make the open-source jump, will be happy to hear that the latest version of Ubuntu, 8.10, is now available for all to download. But what exactly can you look forward to in the new release?

Well, other than performance gains, 8.10 includes a new Connection Manager that has support for 3G, along with the ability to install from USB drives which will make the spreading of Ubuntu that much easier.

You can head to the official site to get more on the updates, and find out where exactly version 8.10 is available.

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