Latest News

June News

So far this month the main news is that we have added the most requested feature which was not in the MK0 spec - Bluetooth.

This should mean accessing the internet on the Pandora via your phone is a whole lot easier now.

We will do a blog post with more detail on this and details of the preordering process soon.

We have decided to link to the alternative Pandora Wiki as it is much more informative.

May News

We have added a render of the actual MK0 (developers) Pandora case. This is the closest image to a real Pandora currently online. See it here.

There is also now a video of a prototype Pandora in the blog.

April News

We have added a video of the Pandora hardware running on the 800*480 LCD in the blog.

As you have probably noticed we have now added a Developers and Press section, if you want to be one of the first people to work with the OMAP3 hardware add your email address to our mailing list.

It has been a busy month (only going to get busier) but the good news is that the first Developer Pandora kits should be shipping this week to pre-selected devs. Open ordering for these kits will likely be in May.

We are also hoping to make a pretty cool update to the blog very soon.

March Updates

We are back from Dallas! It was warm and sunny. And productive.

If you raise your eyes up to the top of the site you will see we have added a new section, developer blogs, inside which are some photos of the very first Pandora PCB :)

We plan to have regular blog updates and some back story on the last years development of the Pandora, it was a wild rock and roll ride. Just without the drugs, women, alcohol or money.

January/Feb Updates

Hello everyone,

We will be at the TIDC in Dallas, Texas, we hope to have a prototype Pandora with us.

Selected devs from the GP32/GP2X/Zodiac scene will receive a Devboard free of charge very soon (some already have these).

Ordering for the 'First edition' Pandora may start in March, note that these will be beta versions of the console mostly for devs or hackers to try out and report back on.

To keep up to date with any major events please subscribe to our newsletter or check the forums.

Questions and Answers

How did this system come to be?
The Pandora is a unique machine. It was designed based on the input of thousands of forum users with one goal in mind - to make the ultimate open source handheld device.

How powerful is it?
It is by far the most powerful handheld in the world both in terms of raw CPU power and 3D graphics capability, it will be able to handle things such as Firefox3 or Quake3 with ease.

When and where can I buy it?
It is already available to selected developers and preorders in approximately August for casual users via UK, USA, Canada, Germany and Turkey.

How much will it cost?
Around £199 (inc VAT), $330, Euro212 (Ex.VAT).

What is the device designed for?
It is designed as an ultra portable open source computer with gaming controls, it is very small, around about the same size as a DS. It can easily fit in your pocket.

Why such a radical design?
The design is actually a simple clamshell which gives maximum protection, maximum control layout and of course maximum battery size.

You can see a size comparison photo here.

I have an idea / Will you please change Xyz...
Head over to the OpenPandora Forums and tell us your idea...

You may also want to check the Pandora Wiki (off site link, we are not responsible for content).