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Hackable $99 handheld includes WiFi
Jul. 15, 2005

Aeronix used Linux to build a $99 instant messenger appliance aimed at kids. Naturally, hackers soon took an interest in expanding the device's functionality. The Zipit includes an 802.11b/g WiFi radio, 16-color greyscale LCD with QVGA (320x240) resolution, and a thumb keyboard with rubber buttons. It's based on a 90MHz ARM720T-based Cirrus embedded processor, running a 2.4.21 Linux kernel.

Read all about the Aeronix Zipit and a number of clever Zipit hacks at LinuxDevices.com:

Device Profile: Aeronix Zipit instant messenger appliance




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