Technologic Systems is readying a rugged WVGA touchpanel PC based on a fast-booting ARM9-based single board computer (SBC). The TS-TPC-7390 Touch Panel Computer incorporates the Debian Linux-based TS-7390 SBC, which is equipped with a 200MHz ARM9 CPU from Cirrus and a Lattice FPGA (field-programmable gate array). (more…)

The Firebird Project announced that the newest release of its lightweight, open-source SQL database has been added to Debian “experimental,” OpenSUSE 11 RC1, and Ubuntu's forthcoming “Intrepid Ibex” distributions. (more…)

The IBM Linux Technology Center has been churning out the podcasts this month, with topics including Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 5.2, security, PowerPC, Hugetlbfs, and OpenSim (pictured). Meanwhile, the center is seeking listener questions for an upcoming Josh Boyer podcast on embedded PowerPC development. (more…)

Search giant Google yesterday demonstrated gesture- and touchscreen-based password entry on a prototype Linux Android phone, according to reports. Part of a Google developer conference, the demonstration also reportedly showed off a “compass” feature that adjusts Google Maps' Street View according… (more…)

The Linux Foundation Collaboration Summit held on April 8-10 in Austin, Texas, may have been invitation only, but fortunately the LF has posted videos for the rest of us. The videos include sessions on mobile Linux, kernel development, and the boom in Linux laptops. (more…)

Via Technologies has announced the first processors based on its new x86-compatible “Isaiah” micro-architecture. The “Nano” processors are pin-compatible with Via's existing C7 processor family, and occupy similar power and footprint envelopes, while doubling or quadrupling performance, Via claims. (more…)

Nortel announced a carrier-grade application server aimed at providers of broadband SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) voice and other IP-based services. The Nortel Adaptive Application Engine (AAE) runs on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), and provides Web 2.0 services such as social networking along with IP voice and multimedia, says Nortel. (more…)

The second annual Consumer Electronics Linux Forum (CELF) European Conference is set for November 6 and 7 in Ede, The Netherlands. Prospective speakers and presenters have until June 29 to submit proposals. (more…)

[Updated May 29] — A community website devoted to sharing information about Linux-based NAS (network attached storage) servers has added a “GPL” page to collect vendor distributions of GPL-licensed source code. (more…)

Timesys is offering a LinuxLink subscription for Atmel's ARM9-based AT91SAM9G20 system-on-chip (SoC). The subscription includes a 2.6.25 Linux kernel, toolchain, and hundreds of glibC and uClibc packages optimized for the low-power $7 SoC, says Timesys. (more…)

STMicroelectronics (STM) has announced an ARM9-based SoC (system-on-chip) that comes with a Linux development board, and targets printers, scanners, and digital picture frames. The “SPEAr Basic” has an ARM926EJ-S core, a 300Kgate customizable logic array, and 10/100 Ethernet, USB, serial, IrDA interfaces, the company says. (more…)

Via Technologies has unveiled a Linux-compatible miniature notebook reference design boasting an 8.9-inch screen, interchangeable local and wide area networking modules, and a “dual-headed” video camera. The Via “OpenBook” also features an open source case design that users can download in CAD (computer-aided design) file format. (more…)

Elonex is taking orders for a sub-$200 Linux-based laptop aimed at the British educational market. Based on a 300MHz processor, the Elonex One includes WiFi, Ethernet, Flash storage, USB, and a 7-inch, 800 x 480 detachable touch display. (more…)

Linux kernel development is funded mostly by “enterprise” interests; yet, Linux is the top OS in devices and embedded systems. Now, two “embedded” maintainers have been added, and an official “linux-embedded” mailing list launched, to ensure that embedded interests are represented under Linux's… (more…)

Slacker Inc. says its Linux-based personal music player (PMP) can now connect itself automatically to “hundreds of thousands” of WiFi hotspots. The Slacker Portable's new capabilities come thanks to the addition of DeviceScape Connect, a login client and service designed to connect browser-less devices to wireless networks… (more…)