fair enough, but with Q5 (as will be with the Q7) Ubuntu has been poorly implemented, apps run sluggish and its to the point where you can't use it as a functional device, then again this is all software related, we can hope SmartQ does the right thing and fixes the firmware so stuff actually can properly run on it, however i think you will see them just adding more bells and whistles before they actually try and improve the software.
Although it is WinCE based, there is some indication that Chuwi may make available resources, like bootloader etc to help those that want try and load a linux platform onto the device.
$300-$400 for 8GB / $500 for 16GB according to the last time they announced what the price maybe, but could be cheaper now due to the crappier economy in China
The M8 is actually done and ready, so what you are seeing is pretty much the final product, but Meizu is in a big snag with getting their phone license from the Chinese government, once they get this, the M8 will be hitting store shelve (well in China) and eBay shelves soon after.
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