FileSharing Talk - Purism's new 11-inch Linux tablet runs a full desktop version of PureOS

The Librem 11 slate's modest specs are more than enough to tackle your everyday tasks quite well. PurismPurism has become quite a force in creating Linux phones, laptops, desktops, servers, and now tablets. With the release of the Librem 11, consumers can now purchase a tablet with a full-blown desktop OS (PureOS) that delivers enough power to have you multitasking like a champ on a highly portable device.

Written by Jack Wallen, Contributing Writer on Sept. 19, 2023

The Librem 11 includes the following specs:

CPU - Intel N5100 quad core up to 2.8GHz
Display - 11.5-inch AMOLED with a resolution of 2560 X 1600 @ 60Hz
RAM - 8GB LPDDR4
Internal Storage - 1TB NVMe
OS - PureOS
Supports (and includes) an active pen with 4096 pressure levels and tilt support
Cameras - 2MP fixed focus (1280 X 720 front camera and 5MP (2592 X 1944) auto/manual focus rear camera
Detachable keyboard doubles as a protective sleeve
Ports - 2 USB Type-C (3.1) and 3.5mm mic/headphone combo jack
Bluetooth - Intel 9460 Bluetooth 5 chipset.
Wireless - Intel AX201 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax).
Multitouch digitizer - Goodix GXTP7380
Dimensions - 10.4 x 6.8 x 0.25 inches
Weight - 1.25 lbs
Fingerprint reader included (but doesn't yet support fprint)

Clearly, the Librem 11 isn't going to blow your mind with its specs but it will certainly power PureOS without batting an eye. It might not be capable of crunching big data but it'll be able to take on your everyday tasks quite well.

Unlike some other tablets, the included keyboard does not use Bluetooth to connect, which means the keyboard doesn't require a separate battery. Instead, the keyboard connects via a secure hard-wired USB connection.

The Librem 11 also includes Purism's PureBoot, which is a secure boot process that combines a number of different technologies -- such as a neutralized and disabled Intel Management Engine -- and uses a Trusted Platform Module chip. PureBoot also includes Heads, which is Purism's tamper-evident boot software, and Librem Key (which alerts the user if any tampering has been detected).

The cost of the Librem 11 is $999 before shipping. You cannot upgrade the device during purchase time or afterward (for example the RAM is soldiered on).

You can purchase the Librem 11 now from the official Purism site.