OpenMoko Neo 1973 Handset Kit Released for Mobile Application Developers

OpenMoko, a Taiwan based company has revealed new mobile phone called Neo 1973. This is the world’s first open-sourced Linux mobile phone known as the FIC/OpenMoko Neo 1973.

OpenMoko Neo Base

On July 9th, 1,000 development kits will be coming out especially for the mobile application developers, straight out of China, with more on the way. The hardware specs have been jacked up, too. There are two types of kits available namely, the Neo Base and the Neo Advanced.

The Neo Base has everything the mobile application developer needs to enjoy the benefits of the first freed phone. The kit is available from today at the price of $300:

  • Neo 1973 (GTA01B_v4)
  • Battery
  • Stylus
  • Headset
  • AC Charger
  • Phone Pouch
  • Lanyard
  • SanDisk 512MB MicroSD Card
  • Mini USB Connectivity Cable
  • OpenMoko Neo Advance

    On the other hand, the Neo Advanced kit is priced at $450 and it includes:

  • Neo 1973 (GTA01B_v4)
  • Battery (2x)
  • Stylus
  • Headset
  • AC Charger
  • Phone Pouch
  • Lanyard
  • SanDisk 512MB MicroSD Card (2x)
  • Mini USB Connectivity Cable (2x)
  • USB Host Mode Cable
  • Debug Flex Cable
  • Debug Board v2 (JTAG and serial console)
  • Ruggedized Toolbox with shoulder strap
  • Guitar Pick (for opening case)
  • Torx T6 screwdriver
  • The OpenMoko’s Neo 1973 Open-Source Smartphone will be shipped for end customers by October 2007. The price has not been confirmed yet.