Neo Base

Neo Base is a smartphone/software bundle distributed by Openmoko, Inc. The bundle includes the Neo 1973, Openmoko's first touchscreen smartphone, and a system developer's kit for Openmoko's open-source, Linux-based smartphone operating system. A similar bundle, Neo Advanced, is also available. It contains the same essential items, but adds various accessories specifically for software developers.¹

Fast Facts

1. Released on July 9, 2007²
2. Distributed by Openmoko, Inc.
3. Includes Openmoko's proprietary Neo 1973 smartphone
4. Also includes system developer's kit tools for developing applications in the Openmoko operating system (OS)
5. Hardware codename: GTA01³
6. Neo Base is the standard version of the bundle
7. Cost: $300¹
8. Neo Advanced is the premium version, and includes extra accessories for software developers
9. Cost: $450¹
10. Bundles sold out within three days of release⁴
11. Scheduled to be upgraded and replaced by the GTA02
12. GTA02 was released as the Neo FreeRunner on July 3, 2008⁵

Neo Base Contents

1. Neo 1973 smartphone
2. Battery
3. Stylus
4. Headset
5. AC charger
6. Phone Pouch
7. Lanyard
8. SanDisk 512MB MicroSD Card
9. Mini USB Cable¹

Limited Release

The Neo Base was released exclusively to software developers who were interested in creating programs for the Openmoko platform. They were encouraged to create new, open-source software for use in forthcoming versions of the Neo 1973, which would be designed more for consumer use.¹

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