Current and Future Developments in Embedded Mobile Linux

An increasing number of manufacturers are adopting Linux for their mobile phones since it enables them to use the same operating system on a large range of different products. It also gives them greater flexibility in differentiating devices, without being locked into proprietary schemes.

Mobile phones running Linux include
- Motorola A760, A768, A780, and E680
- Panasonic P901i
- NEC N901ic
- Samsung SCH-i519
- Telepong
- Wildseed
- ROAD S101 devices

The Sharp Zaurus PDAs have been leading in the area of handheld Linux devices for many years.

Additional Resources

You can find more information about embedded Linux and Linux for mobile devices, including the latest on Linux gadgets and software applications here.