Ubuntu 12.04 running on ICM-2010

EMBUX is pleased to announce to the customers the evaluation build of Ubuntu 12.04 for ICM-2010.

ubuntu 12.04

ICM-2010 is a 2.5’’ Pico-ITX ARM-based embedded board, powered by Freescale i.MX6, provides multi-integrated functions for easy implementation.

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Information

  • uboot: 2009.08
  • kernel: 3.0.35
  • rootfs: linaro ubuntu 12.04

Below is the list of new features for Ubuntu 12.04 (Precise Pangolin) from release notes in ubuntu website :

  • Ubuntu Software Center: The Ubuntu Software Center now offers personalized software recommendations. To use it, just turn on the Recommendations button at the bottom of the Ubuntu Software Center.

  • The HUD: The Heads-Up Display (HUD) is a easy way for user to find appropriately application by typing few letters. It provides a text-based interface comparing to the graphical menus. The applications that supports Ubuntu’s global menu bar will support the HUD.

  • Unity Settings: Ubuntu now provide the configurtion options for Unity. It is in the ystem Settings window’s Appearance panel.

  • Quicklists: Ubuntu put the frequently used options in to the pop-up menu while user right-click an application icon on the Unity. (ex: The Nautilus file manager might displays the bookmarked locations)

  • Video Lens: From Unity’s dash, the Precise Pangolin provide a quick way to search the local or online location videos. And the filter option is provide to search from a specific location.

ICM-2010 Features

  • Freescale Cortex-A9 i.MX6 DualLite 1.0 GHz
  • On-board DDR3 1GB
  • 1 x 18/24 bit LVDS output
  • 1 x HDMI 1920x1080
  • 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethelrnet
  • 3 x USB 2.0 (2 external + 1 internal)
  • 1 x RS-232 (8-wire), 1 x RS-485, 1 x CAN
  • 1 x mini-PCIe for WLAN/WWAN support
  • 1 x standard SD slot
  • 1 x EMBUX X-Port for EiS (EMBUX intelligent system)
  • Multiple OS support in Linux/Android
  • Low power consumption, 5V DC input

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