What makes this little embedded device tick? Patrick Mannion writes an article for EE Times overviewing a dissambled iPhone - well, just to see who manufacturers what to compared with the previous model, but that's about as close to reverse engineering an iPhone I've seen yet.
Video: Inside iPhone 3G
Following up his video, Mannion also covers the iPhone 3G's power management, GPS, and wireless networking in Under the Hood - Update: Apple iPhone 3G exposed
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( 3 / 35 )Although 3G networks for mobile devices have recently debuted, 4G networks on their way. With more functionality comes bigger prices, as many may have already noticed with the latest PDA/smartphones. New phones may be feature rich, but paying upwards of $500-600 encroaches on borderline ridiculous for many cosumers.
Mike Barrick from Anritsu Corporation outlines a method to reduce costs of mobile phones through better testing and calibrating procedures. I found this article interesting and well laid out; his approach seems like it would work well on a larger more generic market as well.
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Reduce mobile device cost - Implement advanced calibration and test methods
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( 3 / 44 )Welcome to the CECS Embedded Software Blog. Here, you'll find articles posted by our faculty, students, and staff regarding all things embedded. Stay tuned for future articles!
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