Modular phone
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This is because though they may be designed to be compact, internal connectors add lots of volume compared to a PCB, where everything can be in one unit. | This is because though they may be designed to be compact, internal connectors add lots of volume compared to a PCB, where everything can be in one unit. | ||
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| + | This is more than likely true. Gumstix produce 3D models in Sketchup format, of all their components - I will produce a 3D mockup using the components listed below, upload it here and make a size comparison. | ||
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The prices for the Goliath daughter cards are realeased on monday 16th July 2007, and should be around $100USD, giving a total of around $450+, which compares with the Neo1973 at $450. | The prices for the Goliath daughter cards are realeased on monday 16th July 2007, and should be around $100USD, giving a total of around $450+, which compares with the Neo1973 at $450. | ||
| − | Capabilities wise, this compares well with the Neo - there is no accelerated graphics and the screen is smaller, but | + | Capabilities wise, this compares well with the Neo - there is no accelerated graphics and the screen is smaller, but it does have EDGE and a faster processor. Otherwise specs are similar. |
All the modules listed have Linux kernel modules supplied by their manufacture. | All the modules listed have Linux kernel modules supplied by their manufacture. | ||
Revision as of 03:18, 16 July 2007
A number of manufacturers produce modular components suitable for embedded systems. Some of these components are suitable for a hobbyist to put together a modular phone. This page is intended as a starting-point for building an OpenMoko compatible phone.
The major problem with this approach is that the resultant phone tends to be larger than a normal phone.
This is because though they may be designed to be compact, internal connectors add lots of volume compared to a PCB, where everything can be in one unit.
This is more than likely true. Gumstix produce 3D models in Sketchup format, of all their components - I will produce a 3D mockup using the components listed below, upload it here and make a size comparison.
Component Suppliers
Possible configuration 1
- Gumstix verdex (600MHz Intel Xscale PXA270, 128MB RAM, 64MB flash) - $170USD
- Goliath-GPS-vx GSM/GPRS/EDGE/LCD touchscreen/audio/3D accelerometer module - $100
- microSD breakout board *[1] - $15USD
- 480 x 272px LCD [2] - $70USD
- Battery, holder, charger circuitry - $20USD
- Case - $40USD
- Speakers, mic - $10USD
- Buttons - $5USD
- USB WiFi dongle (forthcoming gumstix modules will add wifi to the verdex mobo range) - $20
The prices for the Goliath daughter cards are realeased on monday 16th July 2007, and should be around $100USD, giving a total of around $450+, which compares with the Neo1973 at $450.
Capabilities wise, this compares well with the Neo - there is no accelerated graphics and the screen is smaller, but it does have EDGE and a faster processor. Otherwise specs are similar.
All the modules listed have Linux kernel modules supplied by their manufacture.
