b) Company Introduction: Pine64 (Manufacturer of PineTime)
Pine64 is both a company and a community of developers, hackers, hardware enthusiasts, privacy activists, and FOSS (Free and Open Source Software) geeks. The company is based in Hong Kong but originally stems from Pine Microsystems Inc. in Fremont, California.
Their product range includes single-board computers, laptops, smartphones, smartwatches, IoT devices, and various electronic accessories for hobbyists. The focus is primarily on the development of ARM and RISC-V devices.
Pine64’s business model is based on FOSS principles, catering to a niche market within the electronics industry.
For more information, visit the manufacturer’s website at Pine64 (pine64.org/) (as of November 11, 2021).
For the average standard user, Pine64 may not be a familiar name, but in the open-source community, they have made a name for themselves, particularly with the PinePhone smartphone, which represents an alternative smartphone with an open-source operating system.
Pine64 targets an international English-speaking audience interested in electronic devices and open-source products. Proficient English skills are necessary for usage and development, as most information is available in English.
The InfiniTime interface does not support other languages; only the time format can be adjusted.
If users order the product from abroad, they can have the products imported to their country, but they will need to cover moderate shipping and import costs.
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