GeeXboX LiveUSB HTPC Linux distro hits v2.0, adds ARM support for multi-core video decoding

Last time we heard about GeeXboX, Palm was ushering out its first webOS phone, Google was putting the traditional navigation model in the grave and unlimited Skype calling over LTE was but a figment of our imagination — two years later, and the aforesaid distro is finally reaching version two dot oh. Like version 1.2.2 , the HTPC-centric Linux distribution allows users to decode media on dual- and quad-core systems, with added support for devices running ARM SoCs (like the TI OMAP4 Pandaboard and Tegra 2). The new 72MB version ditches the unique ISO generator tool, legacy HDD installation, support for V4L Analog and DVB Digital TV cards (although the manufacturer promises the last digital feature “will come back shortly”). Check out the source for full upgrade deets, and save us a seat on the couch, will ya? GeeXboX LiveUSB HTPC Linux distro hits v2.0, adds ARM support for multi-core video decoding originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:53:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds . Permalink

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