As an open-source enthusiast and mobile developer, I’ve been eagerly anticipating the arrival of my Geeksphone Keon, one of the first developer devices running Firefox OS. After a couple of weeks of hands-on experience, I’m excited to share my unboxing and initial impressions of this innovative smartphone.

Unboxing the Geeksphone Keon

The unboxing experience is a testament to Mozilla’s attention to detail and commitment to the developer community. Here’s what you can expect:

  1. Packaging: The box is beautifully designed, immediately evoking the Mozilla ethos. It’s clear that thought has gone into creating a premium unboxing experience.

  2. Contents: Inside, you’ll find:

    • The Geeksphone Keon handset
    • Battery
    • Handsfree kit
    • A cool Firefox OS sticker (perfect for laptop decoration!)

  3. First Impressions: The phone itself has a solid feel, with a design that’s clearly focused on function over form – exactly what you’d expect from a developer-oriented device.

Early Experiences with Firefox OS

After setting up the Geeksphone Keon and using it as my daily driver for a couple of weeks, here are my initial thoughts:

  1. Battery Life: Impressively long-lasting. With normal usage, I’m getting about 3 days between charges – a refreshing change from many modern smartphones.

  2. Internet Connectivity: There have been some issues with internet stability. It’s unclear if this is a hardware limitation or an early OS quirk.

  3. OS Stability: I’ve experienced a few crashes, which is to be expected in a developer preview. It’s important to remember that this is cutting-edge technology, not a polished consumer product.

  4. Developer Experience: As a platform for app development and OS exploration, the Keon provides an unparalleled opportunity to work with a truly open mobile ecosystem.

What’s Next for Firefox OS?

This early look at Firefox OS on the Geeksphone Keon has me excited about the potential for open-source mobile platforms. As development continues, I’m keen to see improvements in:

  • Internet connectivity stability
  • Overall OS robustness
  • The growth of the app ecosystem

I’ll be diving deeper into Firefox OS development in the coming weeks, so stay tuned for more insights, tips, and discoveries as I explore this exciting new mobile platform.

Have you got your hands on a Firefox OS device? I’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments below. Let’s collaborate and push the boundaries of what’s possible with open-source mobile technology!