<Taipei IDF> - October 20, 2008 – In 2008, all the MIDs (Mobile Internet Device) running a Linux-based OS that were launched or about to be launched, shipped an Midinux operating system which is based on the Moblin project. Red Flag is achieving amazing performance in China with Lenovo Ideapad U8 and Aigo P8860, in Japan with the Sophia PEARTREE platform and in Italia with the BenQ S6, all of which are based on the Intel ™ Atom© processor.
This exceptional performance is due to Red Flag superiority in the following four areas. First of, Midinux is based on the Moblin platform and takes advantage of Moblin technologies to deliver a 25% longer battery life and a 17% faster boot performance. Secondly, Midinux solution integrates all the applications covering the end-user’s requirements such as a feature-rich Internet browser, a news reader, instant messenger software, VOIP, a media player, an audio recorder, an image viewer, a camera, an office and e-mail suite and an ebook/PDF reader. Furthermore, to deliver a truly interactive experience to end users, Midinux supports touch-screens and ships with an easy-to-use User Interface. Finally, Asianux works closely with different partners providing customized solution and reliable local support through increasing members. Midinux delivers a value added turn-key solution for eco system partners, greatly shortening the time to market. As for consumers, the Midinux/MID combination is leading the way of this new fashion with a completely interactive Internet experience.
Based on the achievements and the experience of Midinux 2.0, Red Flag will release Midinux 3.0 in the near future providing an even more cost-effective platform, fast boot performance, a friendly UI design, and more integrated applications.
“Because Moblin is truly open source, we are seeing rapid uptake of Moblin technologies such as power management and fast boot in commercial versions from leading vendors like Asianux,” said Imad Sousou, director, Open Source Technology Center, Intel Corporation. “It’s exciting to see the success the Moblin-based Midinux is having in the market segment.”