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Pockit: A tiny, powerful, modular computer [video]

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Re: Pockit: A tiny, powerful, modular computer [video]

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Post by th0ma5 »

The hardware is very cool. The start of the integration with the dashboard is neat, but I'm not entirely sure how useful it would be other than making a video like this. Perhaps something like OSC or something could help keep it modular from a software standpoint and not so toy seeming. I also think a lot of software has whole knows what layers expecting hardware to not just suddenly disappear. Appear is maybe less a thing.

Re: Pockit: A tiny, powerful, modular computer [video]

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Post by ajsnigrutin »

th0ma5 wrote: post #4

The hardware is very cool. The start of the integration with the dashboard is neat, but I'm not entirely sure how useful it would be other than making a video like this. Perhaps something like OSC or something could help keep it modular from a software standpoint and not so toy seeming. I also think a lot of software has whole knows what layers expecting hardware to not just suddenly disappear. Appear is maybe less a…

Yep, looks great as a toy, but seems not-that-ok for any serious use, because for static setups, all the alternatives are a lot cheaper, because they don't have to be modular (eg. touchscreen display for controlling home automation).

But I like the concept for areas such as schools etc., because it makes it possible to try a bunch of different things very fast.

Re: Pockit: A tiny, powerful, modular computer [video]

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Post by nonrandomstring »

Sometimes the point of a technology is not its direct utility but to carry forth or promote an idea.

Because of what's happening with climate, pollution and e-waste, the future is modular. Modular phones, computers, cars and even nuclear reactors.

Having this kind of thing in schools helps kids get used to the idea that technology is configurable at the physical level without electronics skills.

Strong interoperability legislation should be a part of technology going forward. Industry will welcome and adapt to it because it's ultimately a better compromise than tougher regulation and export controls.

Re: Pockit: A tiny, powerful, modular computer [video]

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Post by lanewinfield »

As far as I can tell, this is a single individual that has done all of this work. I am floored at the design and intricacy of this project.

Really, truly blown away. I'm sure there are plenty of edge cases to correct for but I haven't gotten so excited by a demo in a long time. I've obviously signed up to learn more.

Re: Pockit: A tiny, powerful, modular computer [video]

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Post by Tade0 »

ajsnigrutin wrote: post #5
th0ma5 wrote: post #4

The hardware is very cool. The start of the integration with the dashboard is neat, but I'm not entirely sure how useful it would be other than making a video like this. Perhaps something like OSC or something could help keep it modular from a software standpoint and not so toy seeming. I also think a lot of software has whole knows what layers expecting hardware to not just suddenly disappear. Appear is maybe less a…

Yep, looks great as a toy, but seems not-that-ok for any serious use, because for static setups, all the alternatives are a lot cheaper, because they don't have to be modular (eg. touchscreen display for controlling home automation). But I like the concept for areas such as schools etc., because it makes it possible to try a bunch of different things very fast.

As a third generation hoarder I have to say that the number one thing preventing me from doing projects such as home automation is that since I struggle with throwing stuff out, failed/deprecated devices would just pile up and I don't want that.
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