HP Unveils Most Natural All-in-One Touch PC Experience.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jesùs.

Pictures of all the devices on Flirckr

HP announced the HP ENVY Recline All-in-One PC series, offering the best, most immersive touch experience available on an All-in-One PC. HP also announced a new desktop tower and new monitors, including an affordable touchscreen monitor that allows value-conscious consumers to upgrade their existing PC by putting touch technology at their fingertips.

HP Unveils Most Natural All-in-One Touch PC Experience.

Beats Audio special-edition all-in-one PC offers bold design, premium sound.

PALO ALTO, Calif. — HP today announced the HP ENVY Recline All-in-One PC series, offering the best, most immersive touch experience available on an All-in-One PC.

With an innovative product design, HP’s new All-in-One PCs allow users to pivot the touch screen lower and closer, making the interaction more accessible and comfortable.

“Customers have told us that they want touch on their PCs, and at HP we’re always looking for ways to improve the experience,” said Mike Nash, vice president, Product Management, Consumer PCs and Consumer Solutions, HP. “HP’s family of reclining all-in-one PCs offer new ways to stay productive and enjoy immersive experiences such as movies and games with the most natural touch experience available.”

Immersive touch PCs look great, sound great, feel great

The HP ENVY Recline23 TouchSmart All-in-One PC and HP ENVY Recline27 TouchSmart All-in-One PC, HP’s most immersive touchscreen PCs, feature 10-point touch and a revolutionary adjustable design that allows for a more comfortable experience and greater control than ever before.

An HP study revealed that while using touch screens, an overwhelming majority of people preferred their screen in a low and close position for 100 percent of touch-related tasks.⁽¹⁾ The HP ENVY Recline series meets the needs of touch users with a full high-definition (HD)⁽²⁾ IPS touch screen that responds to all 10 fingers at once, and a unique hinge that allows the screen to be repositioned with ease. The hinge enables the screen to seamlessly move below the table and closer to the lap for a natural touch navigation position, or it can be adjusted upright for traditional use and to watch movies.

Both the HP ENVY Recline23 and HP ENVY Recline27 TouchSmart All-in-One PCs are equipped with 4th-generation Intel® Core™ i-series processors and NVIDIA discrete graphics to help users with the most demanding tasks. The HP ENVY Recline27 also features Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to let users share photos, contacts and URLs with a simple tap.

Additionally, HP is offering a new All-in-One PC with a bold design and premium sound for entertainment and music enthusiasts. The HP ENVY Recline23 TouchSmart All-in-One PC Beats Edition features black and red accents with Beats Audio™ driven dual speakers for the best-sounding, richest audio experience available on a PC.

More information about the new HP ENVY Recline All-in-One PCs is available on The Next Bench.

Affordable touch display is easy on the eyes and the wallet

Optimized for touch navigation, the new HP Pavilion 23tm Touch Monitor provides a comfortable and clear visual experience at a price that is more affordable than many Windows® 8-certified ⁽³⁾ touch monitors. Featuring a 23-inch vivid full-HD touch screen  with five-point touch technology, wide viewing angles and an adjustable stand that allows users to tilt the monitor to a 70-degree deep recline position, the HP Pavilion 23tm enriches the computing experience.

The HP Pavilion 23tm Touch Monitor can pair with the HP ENVY Phoenix 810 Desktop PC for outstanding gaming, photo editing, productivity and comfort. The HP ENVY Phoenix 810 Desktop PC includes a lightning-fast Intel Core i7 Extreme Processor, NVIDIA discrete graphics or AMD ultra-high-performance graphics, and Beats Audio.

HP also announced the HP ENVY 23 IPS Monitor, a sleek, ultrathin monitor with two HDMI ports for connectivity across a variety of devices, including mobile phones and tablets. The monitor also enhances the listening experience with an integrated Beats Audio headphone jack.⁽⁴⁾

Additional information about the new touch monitor and tower PC is available on The Next Bench.

Pricing and availability⁽⁵⁾

• The HP ENVY Recline23 TouchSmart All-in-One PC with an Intel Core i7processor, 8 GB of memory and two-year limited warranty will be available at hpshopping.com on Sept. 6 for a starting price of $1,349. Other configurations will be available in select retail stores in late September starting at $999.
• The HP ENVY Recline23 TouchSmart All-in-One PC Beats Edition with an Intel Core i5 processor, 8 GB of memory and a two-year limited warranty will be available at hpshopping.com in November for a starting price of $1,249. Other configurations will be available in select retail stores this fall starting at $1,099.
• The HP ENVY Recline27 TouchSmart All-in-One PC will be available Sept. 6 for a starting price of $1,399.
• The HP ENVY Phoenix 810 Desktop PC will be available Oct. 16 for a starting price of $1,299.
• HP Pavilion 23tm Touch Monitor will be available Oct. 6 for a starting price of $349.
• HP ENVY 23 IPS Monitor will be available in November for a starting price of $249.

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⁽¹⁾ HP ID Research, May 24, 2011.

⁽²⁾ High-definition (HD) content is required to view high definition images.

⁽³⁾ Not all features are available in all editions of Windows 8. Systems may require upgraded and/or separately purchased hardware, drivers and/or software to take full advantage of Windows 8 functionality. See http://www.microsoft.com

⁽⁴⁾ Headphones or speakers required for Beats Audio TM sound and sold separately.

⁽⁵⁾ Estimated U.S. street prices. Actual prices may vary. Not all models available in all regions.

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HP to launch the Slate 8 Pro.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jesùs.

HP to launch the Slate 8 Pro.

HP is preparing to launch another Tegra 4-powered device – Slate 8 Pro.

GFXBench website says that this model will pack an 8-inch 1,600 x 1,200 pixels (that’s 4:3 ratio) touchscreen, while boasting the same NVIDIATegra 4 processor clocked at 1.8 GHz. Moreover, there’s likely 2GB of RAM under the hood, as well as the usual array of sensors and connectivity options.

It will also support keyboard docks like the SlateBook x2

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HP Prime Graphing Calculator. Touch-enabled. Full color. Video Promo.

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Wireless connectivity + HP software = a smart solution.

Wireless connectivity 1  and the HP Connectivity Kit allow you to connect to a PC. Using this formative assessment bundle, teachers can conduct student polls, push exammode configurations to students and view student work in real time.

Powerful applications.

HP don’t stop at hardware. You also get an integrated tool suite. HP Equation Writer supports multiple linear and non-linear equation solving. HP Solve is time-saving application that allows you to store equations and solve for variables.

Explore math concepts with Dynamic Geometry, CAS and spreadsheet applications. Easily switch between symbolic, graphical, and numerical table views of any mathematical expression with dedicated buttons. With the Advanced Graphing app, you can plot what other calculators cannot. Graph virtually anything in X and Y including inequalities and conic sections by simply entering the expression and pressing plot.

Save time and keystrokes with RPN and programmable functions, and see intermediate results while you work. Turn the calculator into a customizable testing tool with exam mode configuration that makes only pre-approved functions available.

The calculator you’ll want to hold on to.

Say hello to the evolution of handheld calculating in a sleek, slim, brushed metal design that looks great and performs even better. Keep the calculator protected when it’s not in use with a slide-on cover. Enjoy a feature-rich calculating experience with familiar HP keypad and a large 3.5-inch diagonal, multi-touch display.

Designed to keep you up and running. 

Be productive longer with the lithium-ion rechargeable battery. When you need to charge up, the convertible charger works with the USB connection on your PC or a standard AC wall plug.

Product Specifications:

Product HP Prime Graphing Calculator Part Number NW280AA Processor 400 MHz ARM Display Description Size Type 3.5 inch (8.9 cm) diagonal full-color, multi-touch display 320 x 240 16-bit Color Touch Screen (10 lines x 33 characters + menus + header) 10 lines x 33 characters + menus + header TFT Entry System Logic RPN, Algebraic and textbook Menus and Prompts Yes Keyboard Alphanumeric Memory Standard Flash 32 MB 256 MB Ports USB Power Battery Supply Auto Power Off Power off memory protection Charger Lithium-ion rechargeable battery Yes 5 minutes Yes USB Charger Included Recommended Uses Algebra, Biology, Calculus, Chemistry, Computer science, Engineering, Geometry, Mathematics, Physics, Surveying, Trigonometry, Statistics Weight 228 g (8.04 oz) Dimensions (LxWxD) 18.23 x 8.58 x 1.39 cm (7.13 x 3.38 x .550 in) Warranty 1 year (may vary by region) What’s in the box Calculator, Hard Cover, Quick Start Guide, CD (Connectivity Kit, Calculator Emulator and Quick Start Guide), USB cable, Micro-Micro Cable and USB power supply

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For 2014: LG´s smart TV with webOS platform.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jesús.

  

For 2014: LG´s smart TV with webOS platform.

At the recent Streaming Media East conference in New York City, Matthew Durgin, director of smart TV content for LG Electronics, was asked if Android would ever find a home on LG sets.

"Not that I can see, to be frank with you, Durgin said. "I think that LG's TV platform has evolved to the point where it's become a very strong differentiator for us in the market. We do have a motion remote which actually has a better experience than most smart TVs out there. 

Also, we've recently made an investment in WebOS. We purchased WebOS from HP. Now we have  a development team in Silicon Valley who's developing for the 2014 platform using WebOS."

Source: streamingmedia

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HP stills thinking on a smartphone

WorldWide Tech & Science.- Francisco De Jesús.

It is very hard to know if  HP will come out with a new webOS smartphone maybe an LG´s at this time. Rumors have said HP is more alike to launch an Android

However HP´s CEO Meg Whitman says:

"Being late you have to create a different set of propositions. There are still things that can be done. It's not late. When HP has a smartphone, it will give a differentiated experience."

When asked about a chances of a future HP smartphone, she said: "The answer is yes but I cannot give a timetable. It would be silly if we say no. HP has to be in the game."

How HP is going to give a differentiated experience, you might have some:

1.- Low Cost

2.- Better software helpful apps than the competition.

3.- webOS resurrected much better.

4.-Better hardware

Source:
indianexpress

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OMG The webOS Windsor 4 inch slate smartphone that never was in pictures.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jesús.

OMG The webOS Windsor 4 inch slate smartphone that never was in pictures.

OMG The webOS Windsor 4 inch slate smartphone that never was in pictures.

 It was the next step in the evolution of webOS 3.x, and a gambit to move webOS smartphones into the same space of consideration as Android and iPhone.

But in the end, it was none of those things. The Windsor (Not) never stood a chance of making outside the doors of the webOS campus in Sunnyvale. Too many factors conspired to keep this device out of the hands of customers new and old. 

The Windsor (Not) isn't just the webOS slate smartphone that never was. It's the webOS slate smartphone that was never meant to be.

However we would have liked to have it. Don't you.

Source:
webosnation

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HP returns to webOS tablets.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jesùs.

HP has resumed development of webOS tablets

HP returns to WebOS tablets

Mar 28, 2013 (Menafn - Bangkok Post - McClatchy-Tribune Information Services via COMTEX) --Hewlett-Packard (HP), the world's biggest computer maker, has resumed development of WebOS-based tablets in Thailand to capitalise on the high-growth segment and boost revenue.

WebOS is a Linux-based operating system developed by Palm and later acquired by HP and then LG Electronics.

HP terminated its WebOS TouchPad tablet in 2011 due to slow sales. The US giant plans to launch its Android-based consumer tablet, the Slate 7, in Thailand by September at US169.

Taiwanese computer makers Acer and Asus recently launched low-cost tablets priced at 3,900 and 4,900 baht.

Thitaphon Boonprasit, director of printing and personal systems at HP Thailand, said the company is focusing on tablets as a strategic business to drive revenue growth.

Tablet sales in Thailand are expected to reach 3.5 million units this year, he said, while the local notebook market will probably see a slump or 5% growth in the best case.

HP is introducing its ElitePad 900, running the Windows 8 operating system and priced at 25,990 baht.

"We aim to be the market leader in the enterprise tablet market in Thailand," said Mr Thitaphon.

He noted the trend of businesses choosing tablets instead of notebooks as employees increasingly carry their own personal devices to work _ as many as 21% of workers at multinational firms, surveys show.

HP is targeting hospitality, health care, airlines, manufacturing and warehouses, said Mr Thitaphon.

One market research firm has said Thailand's commercial notebook market will see zero growth this year for the first time.

Commercial notebooks account for 25-30% of overall sales of 2.2 million notebooks in the country.

Mr Thitaphon said HP expects commercial tablet sales to contribute 70% of total revenue this year, with the remainder to come from consumer tablets.

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Samsung GALAXY S 4 can easily print documents, photos and web pages directly to HP printers.

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Francisco De Jesùs.

HP and Samsung Launch New Mobile Print Offering

New Samsung GALAXY S 4 can easily print documents, photos and web pages directly to HP printers

PALO ALTO, Calif. — HP today unveiled a new print offering built within select Samsung devices to provide users an easy way to print directly to more than 180 HP network printer models across the HP inkjet and HP LaserJet portfolios.

The collaboration demonstrates HP’s continued investment and leadership in the mobile printing space by satisfying a common need for today’s mobile user—on-demand, customized printing from virtually anywhere.

Different from current mobile printing apps on the market, the new embedded solution from HP and Samsung requires no setup, tools, drivers or network configurations to adjust on the phone, making mobile printing effortless and convenient. In addition, the print offering is one of the only solutions to offer sophisticated printer settings and options that include duplex printing, color, orientation and paper type. By offering these capabilities and much more, this new mobile print enablement will make printing on the go easier, saving time for the mobile worker and beyond.

Print functionality will be supported with the upcoming release of the Samsung GALAXY S 4 and will be available later this year as a firmware upgrade to the Samsung GALAXY S III and Note II, enabling built-in, wireless printing compatibility.

Users can print in two ways: by automatically connecting their Samsung mobile device and HP printer on the same local network via Wi-Fi, or by using HP technology via wireless direct print.⁽¹⁾

“Customers continue to look for ways to print from their smartphones and tablets,” said Stephen Nigro, senior vice president, Inkjet and Printing Solutions and Graphics Solutions Business, Printing and Personal Systems Group, HP. “This partnership with Samsung is the latest example of how HP is making it easy to print what you want from wherever you are.”

The Samsung print solution is HP’s latest feature for its mobile print portfolio that also includesHP ePrint.

The built-in print solution works in three simple steps: choose a document, photo or web page ;⁽²⁾ select a printer (either on Wi-Fi or directly); and hit print. The embedded solution also offers additional, convenient print options for the user, including number of copies, paper size, orientation, paper type, color mode, double-sided printing and job completion status.

Availability and support

The print solution is compatible with nearly 200 HP printer models across the HP inkjet and HP LaserJet printer portfolios.⁽³⁾

The built-in print button will be available on many applications of the Samsung mobile devices, including: Email Client, Android Browser, Photo Gallery, Contacts, S Note and Polaris Office.

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⁽¹⁾ Available on select models.

⁽²⁾ Printable file formats include JPG, PNG, HTML, PDF and MS Office.

⁽³⁾ Includes HP Deskjet, HP ENVY, HP Photosmart, HP Officejet, HP Officejet Pro, HP LaserJet Pro, HP Color LaserJet Pro, HP LaserJet Enterprise and HP Color LaserJet Enterprise.

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Media contacts

• Cherie Britt, HP
  cherie.britt@hp.com

About HP

HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world’s largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com.

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LG Electronics Inc. has acquired the webOS operating system technology from HP.

WorldWide Tech & Science. Francisco De Jesùs.

LG Electronics Inc. has acquired the webOS operating system technology from HP.

LG was working with HP webOS Open in smart TVs for several months that was Oct 24th Gram working with LG on an Open webOS TV | webOS Nation plus 4 months until now. Something BIG is LG cooking.

Finally CES 2014 will be the show time for webOS Open. I don't think it will be for Smarts TV only. webOS with all patents is a HUGE buy and to recover that investement in a short time.LG has to come with several options  as soon as possible.

However here the full Press Release:

LG to License HP IP, Integrate webOS Technology into Next-Generation Devices
 

SEOUL, Korea, and PALO ALTO, Calif., Feb. 25, 2013 ㅡ LG Electronics Inc. has acquired the webOS operating system technology from HP, the companies announced today.

To support its next-generation Smart TV technology, LG has entered into a definitive agreement with HP to acquire the source code, associated documentation, engineering talent and related websites associated with webOS. As part of the transaction, LG also will receive licenses under HP’s intellectual property (IP) for use with its webOS products, including patents acquired from Palm covering fundamental operating system and user interface technologies now in broad use across the industry.

Today’s announcement paves the way for continued innovation on the webOS platform and on LG’s roadmap of innovative solutions for many years to come, while allowing HP to focus its resources on strategic business opportunities such as cloud computing.

“This groundbreaking development demonstrates LG’s commitment to investing in talent and research in Silicon Valley, one of the world’s innovation hotbeds. It creates a new path for LG to offer an intuitive user experience and Internet services across a range of consumer electronics devices,” said Skott Ahn, president and chief technology officer, LG Electronics Inc. “The open and transparent webOS technology offers a compelling user experience that, when combined with our own technology, will pave the way for future innovations using the latest Web technologies.”

Ahn explained that LG Electronics’ investment in webOS technology and its acquisition of the innovation team’s R&D capabilities are expected to extend LG’s leadership in bringing Internet services directly to consumer electronics devices. “Integrated with LG, this team will be the heart and soul of the new LG Silicon Valley Lab, focused on bringing innovative technology solutions to market through the most popular platforms for sharing and consuming content and experiences,” he said. With the transaction, LG will add the Sunnyvale and San Francisco sites to its global R&D locations, in addition to its existing U.S. sites in San Jose and Chicago.

  

Also under the agreement:

• - LG will assume stewardship of the open source projects of Open WebOS and Enyo. 
• - HP will retain ownership of all of Palm’s cloud computing assets, including source code, talent, infrastructure and contracts.
• - HP will continue to support Palm users.

“WebOS and its associated community deliver market leading platforms for the next generation of connected devices. We are constantly looking for opportunities to accelerate the delivery of this platform from the community,” said Bill Veghte, HP’s chief operating officer. “LG’s track record of innovation and broad distribution provides this opportunity, while enabling HP to accelerate our Cloud efforts. In particular, with the cloud assets that will remain with HP, we will focus on delivering innovative solutions that will enable our enterprise customers to mobilize their workforce.”

HP and LG do not expect this transaction to have a material impact on either company’s financial statements. Terms were not disclosed.

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MWC2013: HP Unveils Android Consumer Tablet, the Slate 7.

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MWC2013 :HP Unveils Android Consumer Tablet, the Slate 7.

Experience amazing.

Starting at

$169^.00

Carry your world in the palm of your hand. Think smaller with the HP Slate 7 featuring Android 4.1. Keep your photos, documents, music, games, and apps with you every step of the day. And, access and manage it all on the go¹ with a fully-featured, 7-inch diagonal tablet that brings everything down to size --including price.

Press Release:

HP today announced the HP Slate⁷, an affordable Android Jelly Bean consumer tablet that provides customers with easy access to Google Mobile services.

With a 7-inch diagonal screen and weighing 13 ounces, the HP Slate⁷ is an ideal trusted personal companion, featuring a stainless-steel frame and soft black paint in gray or red on the back. It also is the industry's first tablet to offer embedded Beats Audio, for the best-sounding, richest audio experience available on a tablet.

The HP Slate⁷ delivers the Google experience with services like Google Now, Google Search, Gmail, YouTube, Google Drive and Google+ Hangouts for multiperson video chat as well as access to apps and digital content through Google Play.⁽¹⁾

"To address the growing interest in tablets among consumers and businesses alike, HP will offer a range of form factors and leverage an array of operating systems," said Alberto Torres, senior vice president, Mobility Global Business Unit, HP. "Our new HP Slate⁷ on Android represents a compelling entry point for consumer tablets, while our ground-breaking, business-ready HP ElitePad on Windows® 8 is ideal for enterprises and governments. Both deliver the service and support people expect from HP."

The HP Slate⁷ joins the recently introduced HP Chromebook as part of HP's push to offer access to the Google experience.

HP's tablet offerings reside in the company's newly formed Mobility Global Business Unit, established in September 2012 with the hiring of Torres. Torres joined HP from Nokia, where he was executive vice president and oversaw the MeeGo products and platform.

HP Slate⁷ makes computing easy while on the go

Powered by an ARM Dual Core Cortex-A9 1.6 GHz processor, the HP Slate⁷ is fast and responsive. Integrated wireless allows customers to access email, the internet and key applications, while the High-aperture-ratio Field Fringe Switching (HFFS) panel offers wide viewing angles that provide easy viewing of documents, games, photos and videos—even in outdoor lighting conditions.

The HP Slate⁷ includes a 3-megapixel camera on the back and a VGA camera on the front for chatting, videos and photos.

With the HP ePrint ⁽²⁾ application, customers can easily print while at home or on the go, and the exclusive native printing capability enables customers to print directly from most applications. A micro USB port allows customers to easily transfer files, and a suite of applications from HP spans exclusive games to productivity tools.

HP will provide an array of simple and easy-to-access support tools and resources to help customers take full advantage of all of the features the HP Slate⁷ has to offer. In addition to extensive phone and online support offerings included with the HP Slate⁷, HP is offering customers the opportunity to add to the standard product limited warranty with its HP Care Pack services. HP Slate⁷ customers will have the option to protect their investment with a two-year HP Care Pack for $29 or a two-year HP Care Pack with Accidental Damage Protection (ADP) for $49.⁽³⁾

Pricing and availability⁽³⁾

The HP Slate⁷ is expected to be available in the United States in April with a starting price of $169.

Additional information about the HP Slate⁷ is available at www.hp.com/slate and The Next Bench.

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⁽¹⁾ Internet service required and not included. 

⁽²⁾ Requires an internet connection to HP web-enabled printer and HP ePrint account registration. (A list of eligible printers, supported documents and image types and other HP ePrint details is available at www.hp.com/go/eprintcenter.) Mobile devices require internet connection and email capability. May require wireless access point. Separately purchased data plans or usage fees may apply. Print times and connection speeds may vary. 

⁽³⁾ Estimated U.S. street prices. Actual prices may vary. 

Media contacts

• Sheila Watson, HP
  sheila.watson@hp.com

About HP

HP creates new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society. The world’s largest technology company, HP brings together a portfolio that spans printing, personal computing, software, services and IT infrastructure to solve customer problems. More information about HP (NYSE: HPQ) is available at http://www.hp.com.

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USA: Open webOS will be demo at SCaLE Linux Expo.

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USA: Open webOS will be demo at SCaLE Linux Expo.

From the Open webOS project blog:

Open webOS @ SCaLE

SCaLE, the Southern California Linux Expo, is one of the largest recurring open source and Linux conferences. With dozens of speakers and multiple tracks, there’s a lot to discover. One thing you can discover at SCaLE is Open webOS. Roy Sutton will be on-hand to demo Open webOS at the HP booth and to present at the conference.

The first presentation, co-presented with WebOS Ports leader Tom King, will be “Open Source Community Relations”, which will explore what it takes to run a successful open source community. The second will be “From Closed to Open: The Open webOS Story”, which will explore how Open webOS came to the open source community.

If you’ll be in the Los Angeles area between February 22nd and 24th we encourage you to attend. There may even be an Enyo book signing at the O’Reilly booth!

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January Edition: Open webOS: Enyo 2.2 will support Blackberry 10 and Windows 8.

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January Edition: Open webOS: Enyo 2.2  will support Blackberry 10 and Windows 8.

The latest information of webOS Open Project:

New features for developers, the return of Virtualbox emulator, meta-webos to Yocto 1.3 upgraded, next release of Enyo 2.2 will include Windows 8 and BlackBerry 10 app support, and more you can read on the original post bellow:

January Edition

Happy New Year everyone! I hope everyone was gifted some new hardware to port Open webOS to! We are kicking off the New Year with some new features and updates.

First off is the return of the Virtualbox emulator. In the original webOS SDK, the emulator was an important tool for app developers. Developers used the emulator to test device specific features without having to buy hardware or get early access to new devices. On Open webOS, this is even more important for developers, who would otherwise have to worry about what hardware Open webOS is ported to. If you are an app developer and want to know more, we did a post last month on how to useEnyo 2 with phone-gap for cross-platform apps on Open webOS.

This month we upgraded meta-webos to Yocto 1.3. This brings new features and bug fixes to the build process. You can read more about it here from the mailinglist. Also, we are currently upgrading thenodejs platform. Watch out for 0.8.18 hitting the node repo in the coming days.

Earlier this month we had the privilege of having Tom King (who is leading the WebOS-Ports effort) stop in to meet with us. The team are feverishly preparing for their beta release on Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 7. We have established a great relationship with Tom. In his own words, “the meetings went well”, and we are working hard on clearing any roadblocks that are ahead of them. Tom left with some additional Nexus hardware for people working on the beta. If this interests you, catch Tom on IRC: #webos-ports on Freenode under ka6sox.

Over at Open webOS’s sister project Enyo, the team is hard at work on their next release. Enyo 2.2 will include Windows 8 and BlackBerry 10 app support, a Contextual Popup widget, some cool new list functionality, and a slew of other enhancements and fixes. Watch the Enyo site for updates or follow them on Twitter: @EnyoJS.

Look for the Developer Relations and Enyo team members at Apps-World next week (February 7th and 8th) in San Francisco. We have two on-stage presentations and are participating in panel about “Exploring cross platform development tools”. Stop by our booth, say hello, and stay for one of our theater sessions on Enyo — you could win some really cool hardware.

We also will be attending the Embedded Linux conference as part of the HP booth (February 20th-22nd). Also look out for our community manager Roy Sutton (@pre101) at SCaLE (February 22nd-24th)

As always your feedback is welcome and appreciated.

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