The project only went 'public' a few months ago (I think http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/click_online/9504208.s... was the first coverage). The 2006 prototype is simply evidence of the massive amount of commitment to the project shown by Eben and the trustees. It's far from just being hype. Alpha boards are with developers (I'm lucky enough to have one sitting on my desk) and they're hoping to start manufacture in the next few weeks.
I understand your scepticism, but look at the people behind the project. It's going to happen and it's going to be awesome. The launch this December is mainly targeted at the hacker and 'maker' community, with aims to target the educational market next year.
I am not the lucky one to have the development board on my desk , nor seen any timeline or product roadmap. But would happy to see a commercial launch soon.
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The project only went 'public' a few months ago (I think http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/programmes/click_online/9504208.s... was the first coverage). The 2006 prototype is simply evidence of the massive amount of commitment to the project shown by Eben and the trustees. It's far from just being hype. Alpha boards are with developers (I'm lucky enough to have one sitting on my desk) and they're hoping to start manufacture in the next few weeks.
I understand your scepticism, but look at the people behind the project. It's going to happen and it's going to be awesome. The launch this December is mainly targeted at the hacker and 'maker' community, with aims to target the educational market next year.
I am not the lucky one to have the development board on my desk , nor seen any timeline or product roadmap. But would happy to see a commercial launch soon.