FOSDEM 19 Announcements Discussion

[Beagle]

I'm also tempted by the PineTab which I understand is configured akin to the 11.6” Pinebook. Noting the original Pinebook wasn't meant to be a daily driver, what do people think they'll use the PineTab for?

I'm interested in a pure Linux tablet for word processing, media consumption and tinkering on the go. Will this be achievable on the PineTab?

I'm really excited by the PineTab, I'll definitely be a first day purchase for me.  The prospect of a true Linux tablet is just too good to pass up.  For example, rather than having to deal with what someone's idea of what an SSH "app" should be, I can just use the real thing!  While it won't be a "laptop grade" it should be up to most tasks (just don't try to juggle a dozen Chrome tabs).  If it will be able to do a decent job of running VLC, that will be a plus.  If the PinePhone happens (I'm skeptical it will, but I hope I'm wrong), the similar hardware between the two could be really interesting.

16GB feels a bit small for the eMMC, but its probably fine.  I'm just spoiled for storage.

16GB feels a bit small for the eMMC, but its probably fine.  I'm just spoiled for storage.

Given that most other phones and tablets ship with 32gb, and 64 is becoming more common, the storage allotment is the one thing that causes me to hesitate. And, yes, the Tab was the attention-getter for me. A Linux phone? I'll wait to see what pure.ism ships. Underpowered laptop? I have too many of those already. Linux tablet, with keyboard, even if only WiFi capable, for less than a Lenovo Yoga? Now I'm interested.

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Thanks Wood and Paraplegic Racehorse, good to hear others are interested in the PineTab. The 16GB seemed a little light on for me too, hopefully Pine will reconsider this.