Kernelcom Laptop with Ultrawide Display Folds In on Itself with 12.5″ OLED Panel

When closed, the Kernelcom measures 321 x 140 x 36mm, allowing it to comfortably fit within a backpack. It’s not heavy at all, weighing in at just 1.24kg, about the same as a hardcover book; the startup behind it was able to squeeze out two versions, one with an Intel processor for casual use and one with an AMD chip for heavier stuff.

The Kernelcom’s front face holds the screen, which is a 12.5-inch OLED panel with a 24:9 aspect ratio, 1920 x 720 resolution at 75Hz, and multi-touch capabilities. Be aware that the brightness is just 400 nits, thus it may be difficult to use in direct sunlight. The design is rather wide, making it easy to split the screen into documents or timelines, but the comparatively low vertical resolution means there is less room to stack several windows. Despite its small size, the display was designed to allow for multitasking without overwhelming the overall experience.

The keyboard contains 84 low profile mechanical switches from Outemu with a conventional 80% layout. Each keycap can be easily yanked out and cleaned or replaced, and there’s some nice RGB lights underneath to light up the dark. Here, blue switches provide a very firm click with a relatively low amount of travel, making them perfect for long writing sessions or rapid fire note-taking. There’s no touchpad: navigation is either done on the screen itself or with an external mouse (which is a deliberate choice to keep things as compact as possible down below the keys). People who like direct input will love the feedback, but those used to zooming around with the cursor might need to get used to the new way of doing things.


Both options use well-known silicon; for example, the Intel N150 features four cores that can reach 3.4GHz with a TDP of 6W, as well as 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB M.2 SSD. The keyboard’s ports include USB-C for lightning-fast 10gbps transfer, as well as two USB-A ports and a slower USB-A for older devices. There is also an HDMI 2.0 port for connecting an external monitor, as well as Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.4 for connectivity. Ubuntu Linux comes pre-installed, along with all of the other features you’d expect from a budget laptop.


Upgrading to the AMD Ryzen 7 8840U gives you 8 cores and 16 threads, with a bump to 5.1 GHz and Radeon 780M graphics. RAM is DDR5-5200, and storage is 1TB. With a TDP of 28w, this can easily handle video rendering or data crunching. Ports are expanded to include 2x USB4 40g, 2x USB-A 10g, an extra USB-A, HDMI 2.1 for sharper outputs, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.4. Windows 11 comes pre-installed, making setup simple for most users.


Battery life varies per model, with the Intel version having a 38wh battery that can be charged via 20v USB Power Delivery at up to 5A. Expect 6-8 hours of mixed use, such as web browsing or document work. The AMD version has at least 57 watt-hours and can operate for 10 hours under identical conditions. Full charges take less than 2 hours in both cases.


Portability is ideal for everyday use, and when folded, the Kernelcom takes up less desk space than a 13-inch laptop while opening flat for typing angles. The hinges are solid up to 150 degrees, and the screen does not waver. The audio comes from two speakers adjusted for speech, although the bass is faint. A 720p webcam above the display is suitable for brief calls but not for conferences. Vents along the sides reduce noise during extended use. They’re still in the prototype phase at the moment, but if all goes well with the Kickstarter campaign, they hope to begin shipping in February 2026. Early birds may purchase the Intel version for $289, while the AMD version will cost $589.
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