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2016-11-03
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But the Pyra runs Linux out-of-the-box. What usually happens with devices like the GPD Win is that enthusiasts are able to get about 85% funtionality under Linux, and then they hit walls. There are half a dozen gnu/linux distributions that sorta, kinda, almost work on the Nexus 5, for example. The Pyra, if it ever actually ships, really will be a functional handheld Linux machine.
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2016-11-03
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But the Pyra runs Linux out-of-the-box. What usually happens with devices like the GPD Win is that enthusiasts are able to get about 85% funtionality under Linux, and then they hit walls. There are half a dozen gnu/linux distributions that sorta, kinda, almost work on the Nexus 5, for example. The Pyra, if it ever actually ships, really will be a functional handheld Linux machine.
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2016-11-03
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GPD did you say that the Win could be used to run Linux. The components are generic, the only thing that would possibly cause problems for Linux are the controller.
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2016-11-03
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The Pyra uses an ARM processor, unlike the GPD which has an x86 processor. That is why the GPD is a better option.
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2016-11-03
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2016-11-03
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Not for me, I don't care about Windows (for most people that seems to be main reason wanting a x86). I do care about battery life, Linux, community, quality, features and long term support. That is why I expect the Pyra to be a better option for me.
I am looking forward to see an unbiased comparison between both running a Linux distro.
BTW. they have designed the Pyra to be CPU upgradable so it might be possible to get an x86 on the Pyra as well.
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2016-11-03
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2016-11-04
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I made it through a whole day today on a single charge browsing the internet, streaming video, brightness at 50%, and fan on high.
Yes it can.
I did it from my Google Voice/Hangouts, but make sure you are wearing headphones as the microphone is close to the speaker, otherwise it'll echo like crazy.
Pricey? Could be worse, my friend. XD
The sound chip does not work under Arch or Xubuntu, unfortunately. Hopefully there will be a breakthrough soon.
This reply was typed on my GPD WIN
It does take some getting used to, but it isn't bad at all.
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2016-11-04
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I did it from my Google Voice/Hangouts, but make sure you are wearing headphones as the microphone is close to the speaker, otherwise it'll echo like crazy.
The sound chip does not work under Arch or Xubuntu, unfortunately. Hopefully there will be a breakthrough soon.
This reply was typed on my GPD WIN
It does take some getting used to, but it isn't bad at all.
Yikes