Introduction 7
In this year LynuxWorks released the 2.6 Linux kernel-based BlueCat Linux
distribution. It was the first commercial embedded Linux distribution based
on the 2.6 Linux kernel.
Sony Corporation introduced Linux-based devices for in-car navigation and
infotainment systems in Japan. The devices feature 3-D map navigation
technology, media players, hard drives, GPS, and PC connectivity.
Trolltech announced a mobile phone application stack that delivers PDA-
like features on smartphones.
OSDL’s CGL specifications saw wide acceptance in the telecommunications
industry.
CELF released its first specification for using Linux in CE devices. The
specification is also supported by a reference implementation in the form
of a patched Linux kernel ...