In the car industry, Formula 1 provides a commercial testbed for cutting-edge technologies. The Ubuntu Edge project aims to do the same for the mobile phone industry -- to provide a low-volume, high-technology platform, crowdfunded by enthusiasts and mobile computing professionals. A pioneering project that accelerates the adoption of new technologies and drives them down into the mainstream. Visit http://igg.me/at/ubuntuedge/x/4039162 for more info.
2. “The Ubuntu Edge is a proposed "high
concept" smartphone announced by Canonical Ltd. on 22
July 2013. Canonical is seeking to crowdfund a production
run of around 40,000 units through Indiegogo.”
● More than 9.8 millions raised so far,
● 21000 campaign backers from all over the world, number
keeps increasing.
● 13962 Ubuntu Edges sold so far and keeps selling.
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3. “If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much
room. Say hello to the Ubuntu Edge, the first smartphone to use
open-source Ubuntu Touch software as well as Android”
– CNET
“By this time next year, there could very well be one very
elegant looking, monstrously powerful smartphone that can
actually become a computer”
– Silicon Angle
“In case you haven’t been following the story, the Edge is an
awfully handsome concept for a phone that will run Ubuntu and
Android”
– TechCrunch
“Apparently the Ubuntu community is nuts about this idea.
Within just under eight hours... some $2 million in donations to
the project have flooded in, making it what's said to be the
fastest and thus perhaps most successful crowdfunding effort
ever seen”
– Fast Company http://igg.me/at/ubuntuedge/x/4039162
10. “Biggest & Fastest Crowdfunding Ever!”
●
Exclusive to Indiegogo backers. The Edge will NOT be
available to buy at launch.
● Specs to be finalised as late as possible to ensure the best
available components.
● Dual-boots into Ubuntu mobile OS and Android; converts into a
full desktop PC.
● Works with LTE and GSM networks, including Verizon and
Sprint.
● Perks include all charges for US and UK, including VAT and
delivery.
● Standard manufacturer warranty will apply once manufacturer is
selected.Zero cost to backers if the campaign is unsuccessful.
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