SmartDevices announced some details of its SmartQ5 MID (Mobile Internet Device). The Samrt 5 wis powered by an ARM processor and features a 4.3-ich 800×480 touchscreen display. It supports WiFi 802.11b/ga and Bluetooth connectivity. USB Host is also supported. The SmartQ 5, according to SmartDevices, runs Ubuntu Linux. Pre-installed applications include the StarDict dictionary, FBReader ebook reader, It will be priced at 899 Chinese Yuan (USD $132).

[via itechnews.net]

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