Google Gadgets for Linux Announced

Shared by Muthu Ramadoss
finally!

No longer stuck with Windows or Mac as the only options, users can install gadgets on Linux.  Google Gadgets for Linux is open sourced under the Apache License 2.0, much like Android will be.

You see that picture up there?  That’s what your Android phone’s home screen potentially could look like. Think back to last week’s video demo of Android from the Google I/O conference.  Recall the sliding from left to right, adding shortcuts, etc?  How about that Google Search bar and clock?  Those were simply gadgets dropped on the desktop.  Now start thinking of other gadgets like sports scores, weather, stock quotes, eBay, and more. All of these beautiful things at your finger tips, without having to open an application!

Google Gadgets for Linux provides a platform for running desktop gadgets under Linux, catering to the unique needs of Linux users. We are compatible with the gadgets written for Google Desktop for Windows as well as the Universal Gadgets on iGoogle. By enabling cross-platform gadgets, a large library of existing gadgets are immediately available to Linux users. In addition, gadget developers will benefit from a much larger potential user base without having to learn a new API. - Google Gadgets for Linux

What gadget would you like to see?  Leave a comment!