micropython-upyphone
A DIY GSM mobile phone built with MicroPython, featuring voice calls, SMS, and basic apps on a pyboard with SIM800L module.
What is micropython-upyphone?
UpyPhone is a DIY GSM mobile phone project built with MicroPython that runs on a pyboard with a SIM800L module and LCD touchscreen. It provides core phone functionalities like voice calls, SMS messaging, and a contact book, along with the ability to run simple internet-connected applications. The project solves the need for an accessible, programmable hardware platform to explore cellular communication and embedded UI development.
Electronics hobbyists, MicroPython enthusiasts, and educators looking for hands-on projects in embedded systems and IoT. It's ideal for those interested in building custom devices with cellular capabilities.
Developers choose UpyPhone for its simplicity and educational value, offering a fully functional phone built with easy-to-understand MicroPython code. Unlike commercial phones, it provides complete hardware and software transparency for customization and learning.
Overview
A gsm phone using pyboard and sim800l
Use Cases
Best For
- Learning GSM and GPRS communication with MicroPython
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