Our company, MJ Technology, has a
mission to bring innovative, high quality hardware and software to the market
at an increased value for you the consumer. Our MJ Technology Linux Tablet
series is just one example.
Led by our two company founders, we are
a team of eight developers who have a combined knowledge base of over 50 years
in the mobile technology fields. Our company has already brought one product to
the market, our MJ7HDTV Android HDTV Tuner tablet, so we have the experience of
designing, testing, and bringing to market a complete product.
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Our plan now is to bring to the
world market a tablet specifically designed and tailored for the Linux
operating system, not only for use by the avid Linux user, but also for the
everyday user, thus bringing the benefits of Linux to people around the world.
Our goal is to make a superior
tablet, both in build quality and hardware performance. This lets consumers
then decide how they can utilize it to their best advantage. Whether that is a
dual boot Windows 10/Open SUSE Linux system for a system administrator needing to
manage multiple servers remotely, or just Open SUSE Linux as your sole operating
system for personal use, we have a tablet that will fit your needs.
We are seeking $200,000.00 to bring
this product to final production. We have prototype tablets built and are in
final design testing and debug stages to make ready for production. We have
shown proof that our tablets are real, and will work with multiple Linux
distributions, via the videos we have posted on our Facebook and YouTube
channels during the development stages.
We are ready to go forward with
final production at this point, and are asking for your support, to help us
make the World’s First actual Made-for- Linux x86/x64 Tablet a reality.
We want the user to have the choice
of what operating system and software they want for their given application.
Even if a user would like multiple operating systems on one tablet, such as
Open SUSE Linux, Elementary OS, Linux Mint, Red Hat, Ubuntu ,or Kali Linux, we
can provide the user with the options they need.
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We will assist them in that respect
by working on making all known viable, popular Linux distributions compatible
with our Linux tablets. It will take time to integrate the different Linux distributions
shown above, as each has unique properties, but that is our end goal here at MJ
Technology LLC.
The first Linux OS to be installed
on our tablet by default will be the latest stable version of Open SUSE Leap or Ubuntu Desktop
16.04 LTS with the most current version of Unity/Mir window manager.
Open SUSE Linux and Ubuntu Linux is the mostly widely
used and recognized consumer-oriented Linux distributions to date, therefore it
was the most logical choice to start our tablet development with. This allows
the user immediate access to the hundreds of thousands of applications/games
already available on Linux.
Once Ubuntu Touch is to a released
state, we will provide an installable image built for our tablet, with
instructions via our website so the consumer can upgrade/install the OS themselves,
or with our tech support assistance if needed.
Our goal has always been a true
Linux x86/x64 Tablet/PC with true convergence of use across multiple devices being
the end goal, just as Canonical has shown with Ubuntu Touch, but with the added
bonus of being x86/x64 base with no compatibility issues or need of
porting/redevelopment of software from x86 base to ARM base.
We want to put the power and control
of the computer back in the user’s hands.
MJ
Technology presents our "Warrior" series of Tablets. Pledge for one
today here on IndieGoGo and join "The Way of the Enlightened
Warrior." Please take a moment to review the specifications below of each model
in our Tablet series, and begin your journey on the enlightened path.
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After hearing concerns expressed by
some people about the initial pricing of the tablets with the higher
performance level hardware, we have responded quickly to them and have come up
with an additional mid-range model.
While providing mid-range level
hardware, it will still provide an excellent user experience. It comes with the
same case/multiple ports/display/battery and will function as just well as our
other models for user not requiring the stronger performing hardware.
Below is what the 8.9 inch (on left)
and 10.1 inch (on right) models will look like, each model coming with two
available color options, matte black or a brushed aluminum finish. See our
website for the optional matching tablet that provides for a true 2-in-1 Ultrabook
experience.
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Here is a comparison of
specifications between our MJ Technology Ubuntu Tablet and the BQ M10 Ubuntu
Touch Tablet. The BQ M10 will only run Ubuntu Touch and Touch related software
natively, as it uses an ARM processor. For better view and comparison to other tablets like Microsoft Surface Pro 4 and Dell Venue 8 Pro Please click on the link just below.
Click Here for Comparison Sheets to compare our tablets to others tablets...
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This precludes it from running
Ubuntu Desktop, or any other x86/x64 based distribution of Linux natively therefore an emulation API will have to be used. You can be
the judge, but we feel we have surpassed the BQ M10 with our tablet design that
is a true multi-use system from the start.
Some people will ask “What does using Linux as your operating system provide
you, the user, over other operating systems”?
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Linux provides multiple advantages:
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Cost – The most obvious advantage of using Linux is the fact
that it is free, to obtain and use, while Microsoft and other products are
available for a hefty, and sometimes, recurring fee. Microsoft licensed
software is typically only allowed to be installed on a single computer, where
as a Linux distribution and the related software can be installed on any number
of computers, without paying a single dime.
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Security – In line with the costs advantage, the system security
aspects of Linux is much stronger and robust than that of Windows. Why should
you have to spend extra money for anti-virus protection software, taking up CPU
time, memory, and disk space?
The Linux operating system has been
around since the early nineties and has managed to stay secure in the face of
widespread viruses, spyware and adware for all these years. It is modeled after
UNIX software, which is run around the world in multiple business and universities,
and was designed from the beginning with security as a prime function.
While the argument has been made by
some that Linux not being widely used compared to other operating systems is a
reason for there being few known viruses able to attach it, it is more the way
Linux is constructed internally that precludes easy infection and spread of
computer viruses.
The Linux operating system is open
source and if there were a widespread Linux virus released today, there would
be patches released in a matter of hours or a few days, either by ordinary
people that use the operating system or by the distribution maintainers. You
wouldn’t need to wait for a patch from a single company like we do with some
operating systems, that could take weeks or months maybe possibly years in some
cases.
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Choice (Freedom) – The power of choice is a great Linux advantage. With
Linux, you have the power to control just about every aspect of the operating
system. Two major features the user can control are the look and feel of their
desktop by way of numerous Window Managers, and the kernel, which controls the
computer hardware. In Windows, you’re either stuck using the boring default
desktop themes, or risk possible corruption or failure by installing a
third-party shell. By controlling the kernel, the user can fine-tune their
system for the way they work, not relying on a generic, one-size fits all usage
pattern.
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Software - There are so many software choices when it comes to doing
any specific task, be it system admin, multi-media creation, education, you
name it. If you need a specific program, you will probably find one or more
that will work for you. You could search for a basic text editor from multiple
sources at once, and yield hundreds, if not thousands of results.
Regular users and programmers
contribute applications all the time. Sometimes it’s a simple modification or
feature enhancement of an already existing piece of software, sometimes it’s a
brand new application. In addition, software on Linux tends to be packed with
more features and greater usability than software on Windows.
Best of all, the vast majority of
Linux software is free and open source. Not only are you getting the software
at no charge to you, but if you have a problem or an idea for an improvement,
you can make a request to the software developers directly for them to make the
changes. Another option, if you understand the programming language, is you,
the end-user can modify the source code yourself and add more functions or fix
problems. By contributing your changes to the source code back to the Linux
community, you are improving the software for everyone.
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What more could you, the user, ask
for?
In the coming days, we will be
posting some videos in Comments section and Gallery explaining our vision for our tablets, plus showing some
working preview examples of what is to come in the next few months when the
tablets are available for delivery.
See our Facebook page as we will be
posting continuing updates on the final testing and development progress.
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_bXAqtExCIQSsozIBwJLbA
Below are some News/Media outlets
that have referenced our upcoming tablet release:
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You can also do a search online to
find out about our Ubuntu Tablet, just do a keyword search "MJ Technology
Ubuntu".
Please join our vision, and support
our work, as we strive toward providing the best possible Linux experience for
all consumers, with a portable, powerful, and useful tablet now, and more
devices in the future.
Risks
& Challenges:
1.
Failed
past Linux/Ubuntu Projects - We totally understand everyone’s
apprehensions since the Jolla and Ubutab incidents and the fact it has made
everyone very cautious is something we take very seriously here at MJ
Technology.
Jolla just needed to be upfront: the money and development focus was on the
Sailfish OS and the hardware was an afterthought, not a priority for their
campaign here on Indiegogo.
Ubutab on the other hand was an outright scam from the beginning. There were
telling signs: nothing but rendered pictures, outlandish published specs, no
plan stated on how to market or sell the tablet (at a profit) as the hardware
used would cost more than they were asking for it, which meant no future
development and no support after the campaign was
done.
Finally the biggest problem was the people involved in making the campaign did
not have any experience designing or manufacturing a small scale or mass-produced
product, and the campaign was led by a person with no technology field experience
or manufacturing background.
We developed and have brought to market one device already, the MJ7HDTV
Android HDTV Tuner tablet. We are close to 95% or better complete with the new Linux
tablets, and just need funds to make the production of them happen.
The MJ Technology Ubuntu Tablet is based on existing hardware, not something
developed from scratch, like a new processor type or something like that. The
hardware is based on proven components, and we are assembling them using
standard practices.
The unique thing is the OS, which is based on existing software (Ubuntu and
other Linux distro's) we have developed to work with the hardware we have
built. So we are bringing a new product to market, but using proven software
and hardware, plus we have a proven track record of delivering the expected
product like our MJ7HDTV Tablet.
MJ Technology’s project is an “all or nothing” campaign, unlike Ubutab’s
which was a “flex payment” campaign. This meant no matter what happened, they
would get the campaign money whether they could deliver the product or not.
Our development team has the knowledge and the desire to complete this
project. If you look at our progress updates and videos on our Facebook page,
you will see we have had the option to try and raise the money for some time.
We chose not to do this until we had a proven hardware/software configuration finalized
and were ready to take the last steps to move to the production phase.
That time is NOW! Please show your support, whether it is making a
pledge for one of our tablets or just spreading the word to others who might be
interested via social media or word of mouth.
Let’s make a true Linux tablet, created by avid users, available for
everyone, a reality…
2.
Can we
produce the tablet as described? - We have worked on a similar device, our MJ7HDTV Tablet since August 2014
and released it to market in October 2015. This is why we have a complete
confidence in our ability to successfully deliver this product.
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We could really use your comments, suggestions, concerns about our
Ubuntu Tablet project the MJ Technology Warrior Tablet Series. Please
e-mail us @ comments@mj-technology.com So we can address any
and all concerns you might have about project we have not addressed as
of yet with videos, pictures, and our mission statment here on IndieGoGo.
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We have an experienced team, very
skilled both with hardware and software integration. We are absolutely
confident that we can ship this Ubuntu Linux Tablet according to our projected timeline.
We have already completed and tested several
models of the prototype using the old Intel’s Bay Trail Processor when we first
started development and now with the Intel Cherry Trail processor.
This has helped us to not only gain
thorough, component-specific knowledge to aid in development and design of this
tablet, but has allowed us to build solid and professional relationships with
all of the component suppliers involved in the future production process.
We understand that there are a few risks associated
with the launch of a brand new technology product into the world market, but we
are convinced that with our design, these are minimal and manageable. We
already have in our hands a complete, functioning product, and we are ready to
mass-produce it for you the consumer.
We believe in a transparent project management
approach, thus we have chosen to keep all our backers informed on a regular
basis about the progress made during the production phase, just as we have
during the hardware/software development phase, through our Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/MJ-Technology-LLC-576568032444682/
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Mark Jun - Co-founder of MJ Technology the
company working on The Ubuntu tablet you see here and co-creator of the MJ7HDTV Android
HDTV Tuner Tablet. Mark has twenty years in the portable electronics manufacturing hardware/software design and team management. He is also an experienced Linux Developer specializing in Linux driver and kernel development.
Edmond Wang - CEO of the leading manufacturer of tablets and wearable
device in China/USA, which produce more than 2 millions tablet annually
.More than 20 years working experience in IT industry, Edmond lead a BIT
team to do the OEM/ODM work for the customers more than 30 countries. He brings a wealth of marketing knowledge and management of distribution for the team.
Jason Guo - Electronics Engineer/Designer with 12 years working experience on intel PCB
design, he has worked as senior hardware engineer for Philips and
Creative.
Reckon - Engineer/Developer with 20 years experience as
a Android/Linux developer and electrical engineer for a OEM/ODM
Manufacturer. Reckon specializes in Linux Driver/Kernel development and electrical
design.
Oni - Experienced Linux Developer specializing in Linux driver and kernel development his focus on the project has been the touch screen.
Jon - Experienced Linux Developer specializing in Linux driver and kernel development his focus has been on optimization of the kernel and drivers.