MokoForesight
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Purpose
MokoForesight was an independent hardware lab inside Openmoko to scout, analyze, and write proof-of-concept drivers for new open source chips/modules. The lab has since been shut down, this page documents research done by the lab.
Chip Scouting
Wireless Peripheral
| Chip/Module | Freedom Requirements | Business Requirements | Technical Requirements | Specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIMCOM5210 | All docs can be opened under the letter of authorization 2008-08-13 (The letter is delivered on 2008-08-21) | Teenie says it's OK. | Good (Shawn 2008-08-07) | [1] |
| WiFi and BT Combo Module (AR6002+BC6) | Not Checked | Not Checked | Good (Shawn 2008-08-07) | [2]WIFI[3]Bluetooth |
| Wavecom WMP100 | AT docs open, ability to program new AT commands for everyone with a "free"(ly available) SDK. | Order quantity? | Component is fine, but only supports Class10 GPRS unfortunately (Shawn 2008-08-11) | No idea, see wavecom.com (sort of) |
| Wavecom Q26 Ultra | same as wmp100 | Order quantity? | GPRS cl10, EDGE cl10, WCDMA, but thick (40x32x6.55mm) | No idea, see wavecom's website |
| UC864 (3.5G modem) | Detailed documentation on Web. Can get even for more documentation from reseller. | Any Qty is good. Price depends strongly on the qty. | First impression is good. UC864G includes all known bands and GPS receiver (saves more space & complications) | UMTS/HSDPA |
| TI Wilink series (WLAN & BT coexistence) | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| TI BluLink series (BT) | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| Broadcom BCM4325 (WLAN+BT+FM) | NA | NA | Good (Shawn 2008-08-13) | [4] |
| Telit UC86 (Global-version) | AT docs open, ability to program new AT commands, provide python interpreter engine | NA | Waiting for evualation board circuit design | NA |
| NXP PN532 (NFC Solution) | No, Waiting for answer | NA | NA | NA |
| NXP BGT215 and BGT216 (DVB-H) | NA | NA | NA | [5] |
| Broadcom BCM2940 (DVB-H&T) | NA | NA | Small chip dimension and highly integration | [6] |
| CSR Unifi UF1052 (WIFI) | NA | NA | NA | [7] |
| Ralink RT2800 series (WIFI) | NA | NA | NA | Only have PCIe & USB interface. See Ralink's website |
| Airoha AL223X + MTK Baseband (WIFI) | Need to contact MTK | NA | NA | See Airoha's website |
| Airoha AL223X + KeyStream Baseband series (WIFI) | Need to contact KeyStream | NA | NA | See Airoha's website |
| ST STLC4560 (WIFI) | NA | NA | NA | see ST's website |
| ST STLC4550 (WIFI & BT coexistence) | NA | NA | NA | see ST's website |
| AzureWave AW-GH381 (Marvell 8688) | No, waiting for answer | NA | NA | NA |
Application Processor&MCU
| Chip/Module | Freedom Requirements | Bussiness Requirements | Technical Requirements | Specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STM32F103 (MPU) | Full documentation appears to be on Web | ? | Looks promising, see here for feature wish list. | STM32 (CORTEX M3) |
| NXP Nexperia system solution 9100 | The introduction indicates it runs open OS | NA | Highly integration solution | [8] |
| Freescale i.MX Products | Full documentation appears to be on Web | ? | Looks good | i.MX |
| ATMEL AT91RM9200 | Full documentation appears to be on Web | ? | Provide Free BSP for Linux development | AT91RM9200 |
| Via mobile ITX | Official presentation of platform expected on Wednesday. | ? | ? | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0e0CiHKDvg&feature=related |
Audio
| Chip/Module | Freedom Requirements | Bussiness Requirements | Technical Requirements | Specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audience A1010 | No, waiting for answer(Aug.12.2008) | NA | NA | [9] |
Gyro
| Chip/Module | Freedom Requirements | Bussiness Requirements | Technical Requirements | Specs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPSON XV-3500CB | NA | NA | NA | [10] |
Publications
Foresight Mission
Disassembly Report
- Digging HTC Touch
- iPhone 3G Disassembly
- See also this teardown which was published in EEtimes (not in-house)
- Reveal ETEN Glofiish X650
- Reveal Gsmart MS800
- Electronic Dictionary: Kuai Yi Dian GM519
Test Report
