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Modos Paper Monitor Brings High-Speed E-Paper to Developers

Modos Tech has announced the Modos Paper Monitor, a 13.3‑inch open‑hardware e‑ink display designed for real‑time use. Unlike traditional e‑paper, it supports refresh rates of 60 to 75 Hz with sub‑100 ms latency, enabling smooth interaction and multiple image modes.

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GNU/Linux in Oman: From 0.03% to 5%!

posted by Roy Schestowitz on May 20, 2024,
updated May 20, 2024

THIS new data (ODF) from Oman shows that both GNU/Linux and ChromeOS (based on GNU/Linux) grow rapidly. See the graph below. █

Desktop Operating System Market Share Oman: Feb 2009 - May 2024

Incredible!

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