HP to make WebOS an Open-Source Project

This might be one of the most expensive Open Source projects in existence, but you know, I think it is the right move.  Not much is known about how open the source will structured one thing is for sure android might have a little competition if the project takes off.

Dec. 9 (Bloomberg) -- Hewlett-Packard Co. will turn its WebOS software into an open-source project, aiming to get outside developers to embrace the struggling operating system it acquired in last year’s $1.2 billion purchase of Palm Inc.

WebOS will be offered under an open-source license, meaning developers and hardware manufacturers can tinker with it and bring their own versions to market, the Palo Alto, California- based company said today in a statement. Hewlett-Packard said it will remain active in developing and supporting WebOS.

Sadly I missed out on getting a TouchPad when they were offered up on uber sale and won't be taking advantage of the ebay refurb sales but I would say if you can get one, you should.

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