10-25-2020, 09:32 AM
(This post was last modified: 10-25-2020, 09:42 AM by ghostpatch.)
I really like the idea of a PDA, definitely interested 
> 1. Do we need both a front and back camera on the PineCom? In fact, do we need any cameras at all?
Maybe a cheap lower end back camera to scan documents and QR codes
> 2. Should we bring over all sensors present on the PinePhone? If so, which do you think we can do without?
yes, please, although I don"t really need a microphone. I"d rather use a headset for recordings and to listen to music/podcasts : )
> 3. Should we use the same single band/11n/BT4 WiFi module in the PinePhone (for compatibility sake) or change it out for a dual band/11ac/BT5?
Which ever is cheaper, no opinion basically...
> 4. Should the device feature a GPS (and compass) or are those features redundant in this type of device?
Yes, please, since GPS does not send out signals its not a privacy concern. It would be nice to be able to get coordinates.
> 5. Should we include SPI flash?
Nope, a microSD card slot will do just fine. Its no big deal if a SD card brakes and everybody can choose the size and quality they want.
> 6. We are currently considering following the PinePhone’s general design and aesthetic for the PineCom, but if there is some sort of physical (within reason - also financially) that you think would fit this type of device well then make sure to let us know.
Making it as robust, reparable and water proof as possible would be cool. I can see myself using this device in the outback, adventure time! xD
> 7. We’re currently thinking of using a 5” LCD panel for the PineCom; what do you think about this - is there a reason to go bigger or smaller?
Please consider using an e-ink display! I would be low power, readable in bright daylight - perfect for a PDA. On top of that it would make a great ebook reader! I can see a lot of people being interested in such a device for all kinds of reasons. I have enough devices that can play videos and games lol xD
- keeping the headphone jack would be awesome!
- and please keep the hardware switches! I love them! : )
- How about Infrared? Then you can use it as a remote or transfer data, such as contacts or pictures of cats haha! xD
> 1. Do we need both a front and back camera on the PineCom? In fact, do we need any cameras at all?
Maybe a cheap lower end back camera to scan documents and QR codes
> 2. Should we bring over all sensors present on the PinePhone? If so, which do you think we can do without?
yes, please, although I don"t really need a microphone. I"d rather use a headset for recordings and to listen to music/podcasts : )
> 3. Should we use the same single band/11n/BT4 WiFi module in the PinePhone (for compatibility sake) or change it out for a dual band/11ac/BT5?
Which ever is cheaper, no opinion basically...
> 4. Should the device feature a GPS (and compass) or are those features redundant in this type of device?
Yes, please, since GPS does not send out signals its not a privacy concern. It would be nice to be able to get coordinates.
> 5. Should we include SPI flash?
Nope, a microSD card slot will do just fine. Its no big deal if a SD card brakes and everybody can choose the size and quality they want.
> 6. We are currently considering following the PinePhone’s general design and aesthetic for the PineCom, but if there is some sort of physical (within reason - also financially) that you think would fit this type of device well then make sure to let us know.
Making it as robust, reparable and water proof as possible would be cool. I can see myself using this device in the outback, adventure time! xD
> 7. We’re currently thinking of using a 5” LCD panel for the PineCom; what do you think about this - is there a reason to go bigger or smaller?
Please consider using an e-ink display! I would be low power, readable in bright daylight - perfect for a PDA. On top of that it would make a great ebook reader! I can see a lot of people being interested in such a device for all kinds of reasons. I have enough devices that can play videos and games lol xD
- keeping the headphone jack would be awesome!
- and please keep the hardware switches! I love them! : )
- How about Infrared? Then you can use it as a remote or transfer data, such as contacts or pictures of cats haha! xD