I don't like the way there are going with Network operators. Depending on a network operator is adding bloatware and less control, more fragmentation and hardware innovation.
Rather, How about they start a fund raising campaign or a Kickstarter - use a crowd-funding platform?
I will love to pay them.
Just to add: I'm mind blown after I switched to Ubuntu a year back. They already have numerous fans like me and Professional users, enterprises who trust them now, even the Server editions.
I would love to see Ubuntu grow independently! Go Ubuntu go, raise money, grow fast.
They really should. If a bunch of ex-Nokia employees can form Jolla, and not only create a device but create as much interest as they have for it, I don't see what's stopping Ubuntu.
It's fairly easy these days to get a Chinese company to assemble any type of hardware for you, if you can commit do a decent sized order...
Rather, How about they start a fund raising campaign or a Kickstarter - use a crowd-funding platform?
I will love to pay them.
Just to add: I'm mind blown after I switched to Ubuntu a year back. They already have numerous fans like me and Professional users, enterprises who trust them now, even the Server editions.
I would love to see Ubuntu grow independently! Go Ubuntu go, raise money, grow fast.