Journal #8248

Finally something that promises quality and modularity. I support.

I think it would be fantastic if something like this would come true. Of course, companies are too greedy and stay away from things like these. Or, knowing how the world works, these things would be brand locked or something. It's all about the money, sadly. But I'm all for it. I love the idea.

Greedy or not, from an electrical engineering point of view, it could be a nightmare to build as I heard. But not impossible.

Saw this in school earlier, looks super bad ass.

Not impossible if the base card acts as ports with micro controllers in it that can be programed on the fly with the inserted device.

Plus you can always upgrade the base card.

This sound awesome

For us, but not for the majority of people.

Intriguing. Wonder if there is actually a working prototype yet. Any way I like the idea, and it kinda gave me a glimpse into future electronics.

Computers work exactly the same way Striker, you can change any part and install any OS.
At first only those who needed it and had money to experiment bought them, but today every one wants one. If this lives up, companies can produce components and upgrades and compete once more for domination just like before, pushing technology advancement more and more.

Not like today when crappy consoles slow down everything.

Have you really not seen people with expensive smartphone who have no idea how to value the full potential of the phone? Some people buy expensive phones just for their pride.
Only geeks will know how to assemble these bricks. It's a totally cool idea, but companies look towards profit in the first place.

Exactly the same like with computers when they originated, especially Amiga and Macintosh hard style fans.

And thats nothing out of the ordinary. What do you think? People are not dumb. Every child could assemble one of these after learning about it a little.
Don't halt advancement because you cant see the potential in future generations.

I am not! I was just being pessimistic :D.

Yeah I understand, but thats my point of view
This phone could be the next big thing. Since its modular, meaning it can have 3D screen, infra red sensor, hell i bet you could install an geiger counter.

It doesn't even have to be a phone, but a small modular computer.

Modular, resusable, customizable awesomeness =)

Dumb people could always buy a pre-assembled combo, problem solved.

Love it.
Stu, I'm assuming the base model would just be a pre-assembled thingy.