UnPhone: The All-in-One IoT Development Device

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Phones have become indispensable in our lives, but they come with their own set of challenges. They consume scarce minerals, drain energy, and compromise our privacy. What if we could rethink the concept of a phone and create something more sustainable and versatile? Enter the UnPhone—an all-in-one LoRa, WiFi, and Bluetooth development device with a touchscreen and LiPo battery.


Features


1. ESP32S3 Microcontroller:

   - The heart of the UnPhone is the ESP32S3 microcontroller, equipped with 8MB flash and 8MB PSRAM.

   - It combines LoRaWAN license-free radio communication with excellent WiFi and Bluetooth support.


2. 3.5-Inch LCD Capacitive Touchscreen:

   - The UnPhone features a 320x480 LCD capacitive touchscreen.

   - Use it for easy debugging, UI creation, and interaction.


3. IR LEDs and Vibration Motor:

   - The IR LEDs can surreptitiously switch off the cafe TV or control other devices.

   - The vibration motor provides notifications.


4. LiPo Battery with USB-C Charging:

   - The 1200mAh LiPo battery ensures portability.

   - Charge it conveniently via USB-C.


5. Expandability and Compatibility:

   - The UnPhone supports Adafruit's FeatherWing standard, allowing easy expansion.

   - It's programmable in C++ or CircuitPython.


 Why UnPhone?


- Open Source: The UnPhone is open hardware and open-source software.

- Educational: Developed by the University of Sheffield, it's perfect for teaching and prototyping.

- Community: Benefit from an established community and resources.


Get Started


1. Assembled Kit: The UnPhone comes fully assembled.

2. Explore Apps: Visit the UnPhone App Loader to discover community-created apps.

3. Create Your Own: Write custom apps using JavaScript.


Whether you're a student, maker, or developer, the UnPhone invites you to reimagine w

hat a phone can be. Happy hacking! 🚀📱


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