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Ubuntu Convergence Demo: X Apps Running on Mir Display Server

Wondering how legacy X apps will look running on Mir, Ubuntu’s next-gen display server? Well, wonder no more. In the video below, shared by Ubuntu developers earlier today, we see Mozilla Firefox, GNOME’s erstwhile text-editor […]

7 September 2015

First Ubuntu Phone with ‘Convergence’ Is Being Made by Bq

The first Ubuntu Phone that will be capable of turning into a desktop PC will be made by Bq. A tentative launch date of October 2015 has been set for the convergence device, though this is likely […]

1 June 2015
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New Video Demos Ubuntu Convergence on Tablet, Phone

A new video shows how far Canonical has come with the idea of convergence, both at the software level and on working hardware.

27 February 2015

KDE Plasma 5 Arrives with Fresh New Look, True Convergence

KDE has announced the first release of Plasma 5, a major reworking of the KDE desktop.

15 July 2014

Is Windows 9 Planned Convergence Feature Similar to Ubuntu?

New rumours suggest that Microsoft's upcoming Windows 9 release will adapt its user interface to suit the type of hardware it's running on.

4 July 2014

Ubuntu Will Reach True Convergence Before Microsoft, Says Shuttleworth

Mark Shuttleworth has expresses his belief that Ubuntu will deliver true mobile/desktop convergence ahead of Microsoft.

29 December 2013

Ubuntu for Android Convergence Demoed on Nexus 4 (Video)

In this video Canonical engineer Victor Palau demos how the 'convergence' between a smartphone and PC in a single device works.

26 July 2013

14 Years Later than Planned, NexPhone is Up for Preorder

NexPhone is a $549 Android smartphone that dual-boots with Windows 11, and runs a full Debian desktop when connected to a monitor. See specs, price and details.

22 January 2026

PinePhone Pro ‘Explorer Edition’ Pre-Orders Go Live

Pre-orders for the PinePhone Pro 'Explorer Edition' are now live on the Pine Store. The powerful upgrade to the original PinePhone costs from $399.

11 January 2022
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The PinePhone Keyboard Case is Now Available to Buy

The mostly hotly-anticipated PinePhone accessory is finally here: the PinePhone keyboard case. It's a keyboard case and a battery. Don't miss it.

3 January 2022

You Can Now Upgrade the Original PinePhone with More RAM, Storage

Original PinePhone owners can now upgrade their device using a replacement mainboard. This offers 3GB RAM and 32GB storage, and is available to buy now.

1 November 2020
Fxtec Pro1 X with Ubuntu Touch

Fxtec’s Pro1-X is an Ubuntu Phone with Physical QWERTY Keyboard

Fxtec's Pro1-X is the first smartphone available with Lineage OS preinstalled. The Pro1-X also boasts a physical QWERTY keyboard and supports Ubuntu Touch.

27 October 2020