Vrmithrax
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The more I think about it, the more I think that the modular phone concept might be a bit over-reaching. Or just being made overly complex, in their plan to break out every little option. It would be far better to just make a few modules - processor/memory, camera, battery, radio... Then you get the version of the block that you want (LTE vs GSM radio, for example). Switch carriers? Just pick up a $30 radio block, swap it in, and you are good to go. Verizon and AT&T will HATE that idea, because it gives consumers too much choice and reduces their profit margins, but I don't care!
Honestly, I think the concept would work better as a whole with tablets... A block tablet setup, you pick the processor, memory, battery, screen, radio options... Edge connector for docks and keyboard modules, which could themselves be block based. It's a constant upgrader's dream setup! Might be a bit bulky, but it'd be easier to streamline block profiles when dealing with the much larger surface area available in tablets.
Honestly, I think the concept would work better as a whole with tablets... A block tablet setup, you pick the processor, memory, battery, screen, radio options... Edge connector for docks and keyboard modules, which could themselves be block based. It's a constant upgrader's dream setup! Might be a bit bulky, but it'd be easier to streamline block profiles when dealing with the much larger surface area available in tablets.