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Electrolux Fridge running Linux

Linux is growing every day.  Now you can add one more to the list: Electrolux (Frigidaire) in Brazil has just announced the  Infinity i-kitchen , a  smart appliance running Linux on an embedded 400MHz Freescale i.MX25 processor.  With 128MB RAM and a 480×800 touch panel, the  i-kitchen provides the user with unparalleled control over his refrigerator operations. In addition to providing basic information such as current time and temperature, several additional apps are built-in: notes, calendar, contacts, photos, tips and recipes.  According to the manufacturer: "Following the bold design found in the  Infinity  series, this new refrigerator  brings high-end technology to your kitchen. It features a high-resolution touch panel with a clean user interface designed with simplicity and intuitiveness in mind. From annotating a phone number to controlling its internal temperature, all the functionalities are just a finger touch away from y...