Juno Tab 3 Tablet Announced, Available with Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

posted by Rianne Schestowitz on Sep 11, 2024,
updated Sep 13, 2024

Quoting: Juno Tab 3 Tablet Announced, Available with Ubuntu 24.04 LTS - OMG! Ubuntu —

To me sounds awfully pricey for a device powered by the same chipset sub-$160 mini PCs and the Radxa X4 single-board computer (the 12GB DDR5 version of which costs just $79) use.

Those devices aren’t tablets, so you don’t get the couch-potato convenience of an all-in-one form factor; no sharp 2K screen or a built-in battery.

And I appreciate that small Linux hardware vendors simply do not have the kind of purchasing or inventory power that big players in tech hardware do.

Add in ongoing support and software integration costs and even someone with a D in maths can figure out why Linux laptops/tablets usually cost more than Windows ones (despite the latter including the cost of a Windows license).

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Two More Updates:

• Juno Tab 3 is an overpriced Linux tablet with an Intel N100 processor and 12GB RAM - Liliputing

  The Juno Tab 3 is a tablet with a 12.1 inch, 2160 x 1440 pixel, 330 nit IPS LCD display, 12GB of LPDDR5-4800 memory, and an M.2 2242 SATA III SSD with at least 512GB of storage. It’s powered by a 6-watt Intel N100 quad-core processor based on Intel Alder Lake-N architecture.

  What sets it apart from most tablets with those sorts of specs that this isn’t a Windows, Android , or ChromeOS tablet. Instead it ships with Mobian, which is a mobile GNU/Linux distribution that combines Debian Linux with the Phosh mobile user interface. Another thing that makes this tablet stand out? It’s kind of expensive.

• Juno Tab 3 Linux tablet is an open-source Microsoft Surface Pro alternative

  Juno Computers has introduced its latest Linux-powered tablet, the Juno Tab 3, offering users the choice of three pre-installed operating systems: Mobian Phosh, Ubuntu 24.04, or Kubuntu 24.04. This flexibility gives Linux enthusiasts a tailored experience, whether they prefer the GNOME-based Ubuntu, the KDE-powered Kubuntu, or the mobile-optimized Mobian Phosh. Is this the Surface Pro-like device Linux users have been dreaming of?

  Weighing just 1.74 lbs (0.79 kg) for the tablet alone and 2.33 lbs (1.06 kg) with the keyboard, the Juno Tab 3 is a portable solution aimed at those seeking an alternative to mainstream tablets running proprietary operating systems.

  The Juno Tab 3 is powered by the Intel Celeron N100 processor, a quad-core CPU from the Alder Lake-N family, which runs at a base frequency of 1.10GHz and can turbo up to 3.40GHz. This low-power chip, with a TDP of 6W, is optimized for efficiency, providing a balance between performance and battery life. Graphics are handled by the integrated Intel UHD Graphics, offering a range of 300 MHz to 750 MHz, capable of supporting 4K output at 60Hz.

Linux Magazine:

• Juno Tab 3 Launches with Ubuntu 24.04 » Linux Magazine

  With a price of $699, the Tab 3 might be more expensive than the average Android tablet, but you'd be hard-pressed to find a better option if you want a full-blown Linux experience in tablet form.

  The Juno Tab 3 is available with either the Debian-based Mobian Linux, Ubuntu 24.04, or Kubuntu 24.04. The specs include an Intel Alder Lake-N Celeron N100 CPU with 4 cores, 4 threads, and a 1.10GHz clock speed (or 3.40GHz with Turbo); an Intel UHD GPU; a 12.1" anti-glare IPS capacitive touch display at 2K 2160×1440, 60Hz refresh rate, and 270min/330typ cd/㎡; 16GB of RAM, WiFi 6; Bluetooth 5.0; a 2MP front cam and 3.7MP rear cam; a 512GB SSD; and a 5000 mAh 38Wh 7.6V batter with a 36W charger.

  As far as ports are concerned, the Tab 3 offers plenty, with 1 micro SD, 1 micro HDMI, 1 USB-C 3.1, 1 USB-C 3.1 with support for charging and video out, one 1.35mm DC, and one headphone jack.

CNX Software:

• Juno Tab 3 is a pricey 12.1-inch Linux tablet powered by an Intel Processor N100 CPU - CNX Software

  Juno Tab 3 is a rare Linux tablet running Mobian Phosh, Ubuntu, or Kubuntu on an Intel Processor N100 quad-core Alder Lake-N processor and equipped with a 12.1-inch touchscreen display with 2160×1440 resolution.

  We’ve covered many Intel N100 hardware platforms, mostly mini PCs, and the closest thing to a tablet was the Higole F9B Pro mini PC with a 7-inch touchscreen display and a 26mm thick design. The Juno Tab 3 is a proper Linux tablet with an Intel N100 CPU, 12 GB RAM, 512GB SSD, and a 12.1-inch touchscreen display in an 8.7mm thin design.

How-To Geek:

• Juno's New Linux Tablet Is an Easy Escape from Windows and Android

  Setting up a Linux distro on a Windows machine is a time-consuming process, even for experienced Linux users. This is especially true when dealing with Windows tablets like the Surface Pro. Now, Juno is promising a more convenient escape route with the Juno Tab 3—it runs Ubuntu out of the box, there's no need to deal with obscure drivers or other nonsense.

  The Juno Tab 3 is powered by a modest Intel N100 processor. It comes with 12GB of DDR5 RAM and 512GB of SSD storage in its $699 base configuration, though you can upgrade to 2TB of storage for just $100 more. Both Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity are supported, and the tablet can endure 5 hours of consistent use.

  Externally, Juno went with an all-metal chassis and a 12.1-inch 2K touchscreen. A detachable keyboard is included, and you'll find a pair of USB-C 3.1 ports, a micro HDMI port, a microSD card reader, and a headphone jack along the sides of the tablet. There's also a 2MP webcam on the front of the Tab 3 and a 3.7MP camera on its rear.

Tom's Hardware:

• Intel Alder Lake-N CPU powers new GNU/Linux tablet PC — Juno Tab 3 features N100 CPU, 12GB RAM, and 512GB SSD for $699

  Juno Computers releases the Juno Tab 3, a Linux-first tablet PC.

TechSpot:

• Juno Tab 3 is a $699 Linux tablet with an Intel Alder Lake-N CPU | TechSpot

  The Juno Tab 3 sports an all-metal chassis measuring 10.89 x 7.77 x 0.34 inches (276.6 x 197.4 x 8.7 mm) and weighs 1.74 pounds (790 grams). It features a 12.1-inch IPS touchscreen display with a 3:2 aspect ratio, 2,160 x 1,440 pixel resolution, and a maximum brightness of 330 nits.

  The tablet is powered by a six-watt N100 quad-core processor based on Intel's Alder Lake-N architecture and comes equipped with 12GB of LPDDR5 4,800 MHz RAM.