operator announces the Samsung i800 the first open Linux handset from Orange
 
Orange today announced its entrance to the LiMo Foundation, a landmark move that marks a new era for mobile Linux, fostering unprecedented industry collaboration and a new future of exciting mobile services for customers. A leader in mobile open source development, Orange is underlining this significant move with the launch of the Samsung i800, the fully open, Linux-powered handset, which will be available to customers later this year.

“Orange was one of the first mobile operators to make significant strides in open source innovation,” says Yves Maitre, senior vice president, devices, Orange.  “Together with our LiMo Foundation membership, today’s launch of the Samsung i800 shows that we are truly delivering on our commitment to mobilising Linux technology.” ...