Project Blocks: do-it-yourself modular smart devices

On Habré, a project to create a modular smartphone from Google, a project called Project ARA, has already been mentioned several times. In general, the idea is very interesting, and Google is going to provide the first such smartphones in 2015.

But what if you go further and think about the modularity of other devices, for example, wearable electronics, which are now entering a new phase of development? "Smart" watches, bracelets and everything else - these devices can also be modular. And the Project ARA project is a “relative” of the Blocks project.
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By default, you get a bracelet, and a pair of basic modules (for example, a display of a certain size). Then you buy more modules that you need, for example, a pedometer with a wireless module, a communication module with a smartphone and everything else. Want more features? Put together more blocks.

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If you need an important energy saving function, install the e-ink display, and enjoy long battery life. If you need a bright and large display - buy the appropriate module.

Actually, the idea is good because you don’t have to buy smart watches and a sports smart bracelet, for example. Everything can be done now by yourself.

Here is a video demonstrating the implementation of the project idea itself:



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