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Chuwi Vi8

Join the chat at https://gitter.im/Manouchehri/vi8 | For Chuwi Hi8 see here

TODO

  • Getting more peripherals to work
  • Making it easier for end users to install and use (e.g., prepare .deb packages)

Current Status: Supported by

Windows 8.1 (native) / Windows 10

  • Both clean installs and upgrades work; use existing Windows 8.1 drivers for a clean install

Issue(s)

  • Must use 32-bit builds despsite having a 64-bit CPU (see issue #4)
  • Lack of driver signing for some peripherals

Debian / Ubuntu

Working

  • WiFi (See how to)
  • Bluetooth (Got it working, instructions comming when I streamline it)
  • 3D acceleration
  • USB OTG host
  • Touch (need to figure out how to apply it to the login screen)

Issue(s)

Missing Driver(s)

Check issue tracker for ongoing discussions regarding solving these problems.

  • No audio
  • No webcams
  • No hardware buttons
  • No accelerometer

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