Neo FreeRunner

Neo FreeRunner is the latest touchscreen smartphone designed for use with Openmoko, Inc.'s proprietary open-source mobile operating system. Unlike its predecessor, the Neo 1973, the FreeRunner was designed with consumers as well as software developers in mind.

Fast Facts

1. Announced on January 3, 2008 at the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show¹
2. Released on July 3, 2008²
3. Price: $399³
4. Distributed by Openmoko, Inc.
5. Hardware codename: GTA02²
6. Preceded by the Neo 1973 smartphone
7. Physical appearance nearly identical to the Neo 1973 ²
8. Adds consumer-friendly features

Features Returning From the Neo 1973

1. High-resolution touchscreen (1.7 x 2.27 inches)
2. 128MB SDRAM
3. Integrated GPS module
4. Bluetooth connectivity²

Entirely New Features

1. 802.11 b/g WiFi connectivity
2. 400Mhz processor (previously 266Mhz)
3. Two 3D accelerometers for motion-sensing
4. Two decorative LED fixtures
5. Support for Tri-band GSM and GPRS wireless networks
6. Powered USB port²

Production Glasnost

The preceding Openmoko smartphone model, the Neo 1973, was only available bundled with software development tools.⁴ It was only distributed to software developers.⁴ The FreeRunner is an update of the Neo 1973, and is available to all consumers.²

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