Openmoko Selling Neo Freerunner Linux-Based Cell Phone

Openmoko Neo FreeRunner

Openmoko Neo FreeRunner

Openmoko Neo FreeRunner

Openmoko has announced that its Neo FreeRunner open mobile device will be available for purchase on July 4th. The Neo FreeRunner is a black oval-shaped candybar handset designed to be completely open-source. It even runs on the Linux operating system.

The Neo FreeRunner is available in two different tri-band GSM versions (850/1800/1900MHz or 900/1800/1900MHz) and includes WiFi for fast data speeds. AGPS and Bluetooth 2.0 is also on board. A large 2.8" VGA resolution touchscreen display is available for input, and there are 2 3-axis motion sensors on board, which should enable some interesting applications.

The Openmoko Neo FreeRunner is a completely open platform, with full CAD schematics available so anyone can modify how the handset looks and performs. The Neo FreeRunner uses GNU/Linux as the operating system, further enabling developers complete freedom in creating new applications and features.

The Openmoko Neo FreeRunner will be available online on July 4th, priced at US$399.