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[SurB86]

Ubuntu TV is a brand new derivitave of Ubuntu, with a full-in TV-optimized UI inspired by Unity, and full-on media center and DVR features. There's a movie, TV and music store, a YouTube app, and of course it's all optimized for a lean-back remote experience. The software will be free for manufacturers to package with their TVs, and Ubuntu says there will be TVs on shelves by the end of the year.

Ubuntu TV's Unity-inspired GUI:







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[yanike]

I can't wait You know what this means. If Ubuntu TV has rentals, then you know what's coming to Ubuntu One Store. I love Ubuntu and the direction it's going.

They are already working on mobile solutions.

[InlineSkate]

Year of Linux on the TV?

Inb4 smart ass comment about TV gui's already using Linux.

I think Ubuntu finally gets it though. To beat Windows and OS X you have to be just as user friendly as Windows and OS X.

Edited by InlineSkate, 09 January 2012 - 07:29 PM.

[Villain]

Year of Linux on the TV?

Inb4 smart ass comment about TV gui's already using Linux.

I think Ubuntu finally gets it though. To beat Windows and OS X you have to be just as user friendly as Windows and OS X.

Oh that is true, Canonical gets it, but the Unity UI is a butchering of the Gnome 3. And before anyone says anything, YES, Gnome Shell is the underlying tech behind Gnome 3 and Unity. Anyway, a lot of people have left Ubuntu due to Unity. I am one. BUT... The way that is set up with the dock and such, it is a good move for the TV.

[yanike]

Anyway, a lot of people have left Ubuntu due to Unity.

Many have left, but more are walking in. It's awesome to see another distro become a main. Canonical has come a long way and I can't wait to see where they go next.