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2016-03-02 , 05:09
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That GPD device reminds me of the Vulcan FlipStart. Undecided if that's a good or bad thing.

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2016-03-02 , 06:14
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Did anyone saw this?
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/a...your-pocket--2

I'm wondering if it's possible to install a linux distro on it.

https://c1.iggcdn.com/indiegogo-medi...knjk0f5rdr.jpg
I asked the question to one of the principals.
It is too close to being the right size to simply not ask.
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2016-03-02 , 08:33
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It needs a 64-bit UEFI in order to run Linux properly.
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Originally Posted by Ariadeno View Post
It needs a 64-bit UEFI in order to run Linux properly.
Or a plain old BIOS

They do not mention UEFI but considering they use Intel Z8500, a 64-bit UEFI is quite likely.

I am almost sold. All I need is to find a spare $300
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2016-03-02 , 13:26
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I've asked the guys at GPD, seems like you can just change/install linux distros on it.
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Now just get them to provide an alternative to the keyboard (more keyboard less game pad)!

Thanks for the info - tempting little beast.
 

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Originally Posted by Ariadeno View Post
It needs a 64-bit UEFI in order to run Linux properly.
I don't understand why, since Linux boots fine on a 32 bit UEFI, both in amd64 and x86 versions.

But since Windows x64 is the one that does not work on top of a 32 bit UEFI, the proper question would be "does it run windows x64"?

Personally, I don't think 64 bit UEFI or OS makes sense with such a low-spec device.
 

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2016-03-02 , 16:57
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Originally Posted by javispedro View Post
What does "optimize Linux software for the hardware" mean?
Optimize (improve) programs, OS, GUI, menu's for small screen, maybe fix drivers, some configuration. Basically utilize the available hardware for the best result and speed.
For the Pyra this will happen for sure. I doubt we will see that for the GPD WIN.
 

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2016-03-03 , 00:34
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Originally Posted by t-b View Post
Optimize (improve) programs, OS, GUI, menu's for small screen, maybe fix drivers, some configuration. Basically utilize the available hardware for the best result and speed.
For the Pyra this will happen for sure. I doubt we will see that for the GPD WIN.
Pyra still doesn't have GPU drivers (yet)
Be sure that you have a Tablet mode on Windows 10 for smaller screens like the GPD Win.

Otherwise: You can always hook up an HDMI cable on a bigger screen
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Pyra still doesn't have GPU drivers (yet)
This will come off as an ultra-naive question... but who do people ultimately blame for this kind of oversight? The people that picked and chose hardware and built a product around it or the hardware manufacturers that do not supply Linux drivers (or access) for all of their hardware components?

Or both? Buying around your OS of chose and the hardware that "might" work shouldn't still be happening in 2016.
 

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