Ubuntu Edges over $5 million USD on Indiegogo

After many webizens (including myself) expressing doubt over the potential success of the Ubuntu Edge campaign there has been renewed interest with the campaign edging (get it?) over $5 million USD with 28 days left to go.

If you're wondering how they managed to do this you can check out the new pledge options with cheaper Edge devices in limited quantities below:

Why the Ubuntu Edge excites me (and why I'm not pledging)

The Ubuntu Edge

If you haven't heard; Canonical - the guys behind Ubuntu Linux have started an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign to develop an innovative new phone. The idea is that this device will run both Ubuntu Linux and Android simultaneously, allowing you to seamlessly switch between using it as a docking desktop device and your smart device of choice on the go.

Keep reading after the break

Hot off the press - Zomato comes to New Zealand

Zomato, a restaurant guide site based in India has come to New Zealand, or at least to Auckland and Wellington (sorry everyone else in NZ, you don't exist). You can read the press release below and check out the Android app for free on the Play Store now.