Thread: Time to actually use this device properly, where to start
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magick777 is offline magick777
2011-12-14 , 06:47
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Originally Posted by Dan_Brum View Post
I have finally finished my contract with my N900 and got an upgrade. I can finally stop using this god awful phone...and discover it's true potential as a mobile linux machine. Up until now I was too afraid of bricking it but now I wouldn't be too bothered and would love to see what linux distros I can get on this device. <snip>
My $0.02: unless you're doing this for your amusement, the N900 doesn't have the connectivity or the screen resolution to compete as a mobile PC. The TV out is fine for movies (if supported by your desired OS) but it's fundamentally painful for Internet or console use. I personally wouldn't have many uses for an N900 without paying for mobile data - so unless you propose to buy another SIM for it, you'll want to think about how mobile it really is with just WiFi.

Not trying to pee on your bonfire - an N900 minus contract would doubtless make a great WiFi SIP phone or DivX/MP3 player... you could connect it permanently to the TV and use it as a set top box, remotely controlled over SSH or x11vnc.

As a mobile computer? I have my doubts, but best of luck...