Re: [gentoo-embedded] cell for embedded gentoo

[wireless]

Ed W wrote:
> wireless wrote:
>> Hello,
>>
>> I'm planning on getting a cell phone so I can put openmoko
>> or embedded Gentoo on it. I live in Florida and
>>
>
> A large part of the problem seems to be that the phone modules
> themselves require binary firmware modules and so the closest you appear
> to be able to get is usually to be  a fancy PDA with a remotely
> controlled cell phone module
>
> Actually the cell phone modules themselves are fairly easy to obtain
> (and not too pricey).  If you just want a fun project to hack on then
> also see the Siemens modules which can come with an onboard processor,
> java processor and sometimes GPS.  These are really easy to code for and
> build small projects (tracking things, etc)
>
> I think gumstix also has a phone module and screen (but I think you need
> to build your own case?)


thanks for the info.


James