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Exclusive: Ubuntu Tablet Hands On Video!

AndiJanuary 28, 2011

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Landon
January 29, 2011
Thanks Andi! 🙂 Is the front on the tablet platic or glass, is the windows button still there, how is the battery life (honestly). Thanks!
- January 29, 2011
  I’ve not had the time to try and run it down, but I’d hazard a guess at around 3 hours. If I don’t get my M9 later today I’ll have time to play with the tablet and see how long it can really last.
  Oh, the front is plastic, but seem tough and has a great smooth feel to it. The Windows button is still there:(

ss
January 31, 2011
it’s pronounced oo(as in too)-boon-too not umbuntoo
noooo
January 31, 2011
Paul
January 31, 2011
Is this going to ship with the Unity GUI or the standard desktop one? I’d prefer bigger buttons and a bigger keyboard (like the iPad) so there’s no fiddling about in the corners trying to close windows.
Actually, loads of Unity touch gestures would be best.

Anthony
February 2, 2011
I am really excited about this. I d like to see a few more videos if you can 🙂 thanks!
- February 7, 2011
  It’s no longer in my hands 🙁 if I get it back I’ll do some more videos
Darth Chaos
February 20, 2011
@Paul, I figure it will ship with Ubuntu 11.04 Natty Narwhal. If the tablet’s video hardware is capable enough, then Unity will be the standard GUI. Keep in mind that a 2D version of Unity is scheduled to be included in Ubuntu 11.10 which is rumored to be codenamed “Oscillating Ocelot”.
- February 21, 2011
  Not sure what its going to run or even if it will come out still waiting on it

Russian Bear
February 23, 2011
April 10, 2011
Hey,
I have the same tablet, and many people I know also have it.
We have tried to put Linux on it, with no luck.
It requires two fingers to touch the screen in order to work.
How did you get it working?
calmpitbull
April 25, 2011
i would like to know if u can mount usb wifi on and if u can use aircrack-ng.. i am ethical hacker and this would be a great thing form me to use….pls respond and live answer on my email..thx again