Make Your Own Raspberry Pi Cell Phone

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5 жыл бұрын

Have you ever wanted to make your very own, custom cell phone? Do you love Linux and wish your phone was more open source? Today, we’re going to see how to make a working prototype cell phone using a Raspberry Pi, an Arduino compatible board, and a GSM module packed into a custom 3D printed case. Connect with DJ and get the B.O.M. on element14: bit.ly/2DmANwS Visit element14 Presents: bit.ly/2xnzeZU
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@Tyler-gp8je 5 жыл бұрын

So a.... blackberry pi? Ok ill leave...

@silver2kgti 5 жыл бұрын

I see what you did there

@demonsgd5520 5 жыл бұрын

Can you don't

@null3dgames 4 жыл бұрын

*wheeze*

@legochewbacca2214 3 жыл бұрын

no wait stay, lets talk

@bob.ross330 3 жыл бұрын

Take my like. :)

@BoyAditya 5 жыл бұрын

This is what we all dream of in early 2000. To build your own phone just like building computer desktop

@paulrodriguez300 5 жыл бұрын

Motorola still has a modular phone like that but there is not much interest from buyers/devs, Moto Z2... Really love the modular phone idea tho

@nzwaywish 5 жыл бұрын

@@paulrodriguez300 rip projevt Ara

@dsp4392 5 жыл бұрын

I still dream about this. 5 months after you made that comment. We'll get there.

@mitkobomba 4 жыл бұрын

First reply from 2020

@sigitharyadi6513 4 жыл бұрын

I'm still dreaming about it. Modular phone should be an option by now.

@LovelyAlanna 5 жыл бұрын

step up your game, desolder some of the usb ports to make it slimmer, you can directly solder the 2g module to the pins in the desoldered usb port, directly soldering the screen would also reduce greatly the size of that thing

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

Alanna Lopez Trimming it down more is totally possible! For now Im keeping it "full size" since this makes developing with it easier until Im satisfied with the software side of things.

@erikhasler 5 жыл бұрын

That was the first thing I thought of when I saw the pic of the finished product. Still an awesome project though!

@danceswithglowstix22 5 жыл бұрын

As a beginner, i assume removing the ethernet too would be acceptable?

@LovelyAlanna 5 жыл бұрын

yes, it's totally possible

@Entr0py404 5 жыл бұрын

Prototype

@edwardecl 5 жыл бұрын

I kinda like it, when other people get their thin phones out and put it on the table, you whip that bad boy out. Envy of everyone.

@chronophagocytosis 5 жыл бұрын

I've got an idea. Since it is a proper pi, it can also be used as a desktop computer (to some extent). What if you could slide this phone into a DIY pi laptop sort of device and turn your phone into a proper computer. Alternatively, you could just plug in a display, keyboard and a mouse in order to turn it into a desktop computer. Either way, this certainly has a lot of potential.

@draenog96 Жыл бұрын

Dude this is a pretty solid idea

@BeetleBuns Жыл бұрын

the ultimate all in one

@stevelitt 5 жыл бұрын

this is exactly the kind of thing i want to see on this channel - fun, absurd idea executed really well with an impressive finished product

@GtsAntoni1 5 жыл бұрын

I’m actually trying to make a device that connects via Bluetooth to my disabled mothers hearing aids, with a very simple GUI so she can make and receive phone calls on her hearing aid. This was a very useful first step, thank you, so much.

@christianeriksson4733 2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Great inspiration and nice to see how it all came together.

@nukemanmd 5 жыл бұрын

Well done.It would be pretty cool if the community got together and designed a marketable phone that offered some real upgradeability. A cool camera, ability add a memory, 5G compatibility, speech recognition, etc. Of course, I am asking a bit much for now, but a community designed phone would really be awesome.

@mrburns366 5 жыл бұрын

Glad the regrettable acting is still around

@cobrastorm5722 4 жыл бұрын

He’s got a Securitron chassis in the background! Very cool!

@andywest5773 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome project! The chunkiness of the phone and the colors really make it unique. I'll be watching for these in the wild. ;)

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

Andy West Thanks Andy! Not only is it colorful, but it doubles as a self defense brick

@kalebpiper8107 2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps the new Pi Zero 2 W may make a good alternative to the one you used in this project now that it's available.

@kupferknochen 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video, it’s so helpful for the project I’m working on!

@TylerMaximus Жыл бұрын

How did the project go? Did you make one?

@robomaxx8719 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video Want to see more projects from you

@JamesVincex 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing. I was wondering how the cellular module connects to a network? Is there subscriber identity module built in? If so which provider does it connect to? Do you have to authenticate with that provider? Do you have log into the provider or is it already configured by the SIM?

@foff-666 4 ай бұрын

yes

@4430salton 4 жыл бұрын

Very Good Project thanks for breaking it down for me!!

@mbullify 5 жыл бұрын

AMAZING brother thanks for sharing

@petelee2477 5 жыл бұрын

hey can you put a link to all the tools needed to make it please.

@Disthron 4 жыл бұрын

I've wanted a new model of Xperia Play for ages now. Anyone remember the Xperia Play? It was the "Playstation Phone" and it was pretty awesome! It worked just like a regular cell phone when closed and when opened it had nice controls to play games on.

@63ch31 2 жыл бұрын

yeah that thing was rad

@gunpowderboardgames Жыл бұрын

So cool and I love the steam punk feel! Great work.

@Cucu173 5 жыл бұрын

Can this be done with a Pi Zero? And i would like to see thermo-charging abilities. Set it next to a fire or heat source and it start to charge from the heat.

@modm8843 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks really cool I will try to build one !!!

@RaisingAwesome 5 жыл бұрын

Very inspiring and entertaining build. Great work on Fusion360 cading

@petermcilroy1176 5 жыл бұрын

Nice idea,as a prototype. The spare usb ports open up many possibilities.

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

Peter McIlroy Thanks! Right? Now I can plug in whatever I want on the fly (plus hours of coding) to add more features

@stasstas2582 5 жыл бұрын

What library are you using to connect you phone to gsm? Ofono? Is there any available code?

@espero_dev 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you your giving me a hard thing but I like challenges I’ll be making a compact phone but like a android feel or apple feel

@jameslibby5215 3 жыл бұрын

I'd like to do a project like this with the raspberry pi CM4 and a 4g module. Does anyone have any advice? Also, I'd like to have some faster storage on phone. I've seen how you can boot from usb and maybe even a nvme drive. I'm worried about cooling for an nvme drive and the pi itself. Battery life is also a concern of mine. I was considering booting over a usb drive over a sd card because I've heard they're faster and I don't think cooling the storage would be a concern with a usb drive.

@TylerMaximus Жыл бұрын

Did you end up making one?

@DoRC 5 жыл бұрын

Itd be sweet to add a d pad and buttons so you could game on it as well!

@CozyGen 5 жыл бұрын

Do R/C! Dude that’s such a genius idea 👍🏻 I like it

@catiosis 5 жыл бұрын

That’s why I looked this up lol

@BOR_T_7841 5 жыл бұрын

I really like what you did, i like Ben Heck too. keep up the good work ! cheers

@talkativetech 5 жыл бұрын

What If I just want to make calls and texts? Can I use the pi zero?

@liampatrinicola8765 4 жыл бұрын

@JimTheKid 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely

@gaming-zombie1392 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid Great work...

@ryanross3322 4 жыл бұрын

It looks great, on the next model you build just get a bigger screen that's all you really need

@easycompzeelandold2521 5 жыл бұрын

Why don’t u use android as os? It runs great on the pi 3 b +! I like the design!

@element14presents 5 жыл бұрын

Which android build works best? Is it GPU accelerated yet?

@JamesCarter1888_ 5 жыл бұрын

element14 Presents android 8.1 Oreo works good on it

@easycompzeelandold2521 5 жыл бұрын

8.1 works fine i can host a .img file if u want me to?!

@BrainSlugs83 5 жыл бұрын

No way, really? Last I checked there was no Raspberry PI support... Now I'm kind of excited. Is it just the 3.5 b+ or will other PIs run it also??

@DDBAA24 5 жыл бұрын

I want you to, is 'gapps' working because android means nothing to me unless I can get in the google play store or have some way to get apk's on the board. I tried emetria and something else I think I was having a PSU issue. Any way , where can I find a working image with google play or a way to install apks. Android never plays nice with my hardware for some reason even today I tried booting an x86 64 version in a vm to try it out. I just recently came across this pretty cool older asus netbook. and I ran it live and tried with a full install and it was sitting on a black screen with a blinking cursor for an hour before I was sick of trying. I bought the 3b+ thinking everything that worked on the 3b would work , I was sadly mistaken. I upped the USB output and stuck diet pi on a flashdrive, made a self deleting ramdisk , and customized it to my liking. I manually installed a bunch of software( not from the launcher), the system is pretty optimal, for me. I still want an android os though so please post it, thanks.

@Vanillawaffer07 3 жыл бұрын

Do you guys have any recommendations for private electronic engineers that build things for ppl like digital watches etc???

@BlazeRhythmTV 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing stuff

@jmm1233 4 жыл бұрын

got that 80s brick aesthetic , love

@cptray-steam 4 жыл бұрын

That one parent who makes this for there kid when they asked for a smart phone.... Hahaha that is going to be me when I'm older. I mean they didn't specify...

@dimensionalencounter3689 5 жыл бұрын

I need a full parts list I am missing something, also on the cellular chip they have a upgraded version that is 5v

@CrimsonButtflap 5 жыл бұрын

it definitely needs to be thinner. my suggestion: find a riser ribbon or make one, for the pins. like the electrical tape you used, insulate the arduino board on the back and connect the touchscreen to the board, except on the other side. finally, find some smaller switches. the whole phone should be no thicker than the width of the USB ports. in fact, you can find some pretty thin cases for the board nowadays, in which case, all you need to do is secure the touchscreen to the back of one and feed the riser ribbon from the screen to the Pi. then a very slim plastic cover (2mm thick) goes over the touchscreen to protect it. Check out cases by SODIAL. should cut your thickness down to 23mm at its thickest. That was a number difficult to find, but should work out as such: 18mm for the Pi and it's case, 3mm for the screen, 2 mm for the screen protector.

@hsnszrtsn 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question, lets say i have a raspberry pi 4 8gb running windows. Can i use a gsm module to make phone calls with this system?

@andrezorro9010 8 ай бұрын

no SIM card? more of a magician than an engineer this guy

@nathanmead140 5 жыл бұрын

Does it have to be activated before it will work?. How do you get any version of android to run on it because its not a smartphone without android.

@orcofnbu 5 жыл бұрын

great project. i always wanted to use gsm module for simple device like this. you could use esp32 it could be harder but it will be better looking device.

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

orçun For sure! Im pretty sure I saw a VoIP phone based on the ESP32 on hackaday recently...

@ryan.a 3 жыл бұрын

With that module Adafruit Feather 32u4 FONA seems like an achievable DIY for my next project. I feel this have a huge potential running Android on it.

@EthanDoezYT 5 жыл бұрын

Why not use a raspberry pi zero? It would make the phone more compact, then you could fit it in your pocket. Also really like this guy and his videos, probably the best on the Ben heck show.

@muh1h1 5 жыл бұрын

Because it is much slower than the rpi 3B+

@MotorHorse 5 жыл бұрын

@@muh1h1 For the level of features he showed off in the video even a Zero should be more than enough. In fact, there's a different project that is already using the rPi Zero as a phone that's worth checking out for those interested here: hackaday.io/project/19035-zerophone-a-raspberry-pi-smartphone/log/51839-project-description-and-frequently-asked-questions

@HS-eq3gk 5 жыл бұрын

I agree, this is the best guy at the moment out of all the new people. No one tops ben tho lol.

@EthanDoezYT 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah not by that much tho

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

EthanDoezWhatever. Thanks! Yeah as mentioned below, the zero is much slower compared to the 3B+ especially when running graphical apps, plus I did want the full size usb without needing to add a hub to the zero.

@chemicalmike646 5 жыл бұрын

Sorry for nitpicking, but right at the beginning you made a mistake, (sort of) A USB can be hooked up to your mobile phone, however you just need an adapter cable. My phone is Android and when I tried this, the phone definitely detected it! Sadly though, I couldn't open the files from the USB. This may simply be due to the file format perhaps, OR it detected the space, but needed an app to access the files on the USB.(?) But my point is that if it detects the USB space, that space is usable by the Phone! Peace. :D

@charliebrownau 5 жыл бұрын

Gday Do you have an suggested 4G Module for those in countrys with GSM disable/off

@DitIsTijn 5 жыл бұрын

i like his project tray

@terrancebarrett727 5 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool.

@RAGHAVENDRASINGH17 5 жыл бұрын

Nice tutorial

@christianmann9237 4 жыл бұрын

@element14presents what sim card and cell service did you use?

@ARandomFurry 5 жыл бұрын

Could we get a url list on where to get some of these items?

@charliebrownau 5 жыл бұрын

Gday Do you know which part to get 4G? I found SIM800C and SIM900 SIM800C is GSM and SIM900 is 2G

@rishabhshah8845 5 жыл бұрын

awesome video but tell me how to connect mic ? on raspberry pi ?

@espero_dev 2 жыл бұрын

And how did you wire up the speaker and mic

@reneetolite 5 жыл бұрын

Hi is the settings tab access sim toolkit? or the sim settings?

@AgentVenom-nh5vy 4 жыл бұрын

Hi there just wondering what printer you used.

@mayma721 2 жыл бұрын

Do you have the list with the part number of all the components?

@stefanogrillo6040 5 жыл бұрын

great waiting updates

@Techcommunity360 4 жыл бұрын

Please which software did you use to design the case

@GameWorkflow 5 жыл бұрын

A thinned out version of this would be cool

@marcinose 5 жыл бұрын

Lulzbot TAZ for printing. I like it.

@legitify8 5 жыл бұрын

what is the os iits running so i could download it on git hub or something

@Yotanido 5 жыл бұрын

I like it! Any particular reason you use a custom software instead of running Android on it? You could make it a bit slimmer, too, but for development, it's probably best to leave it full-size.

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

I'm learning python and this seemed like a good challenge. If I just wanted an Android phone, I would buy one, where's the fun in that? :)

@Yotanido 5 жыл бұрын

Ah, that makes sense. I was under the impression you were already comfortable with python. When I want to learn a new programming language, I do that, too - just find a fun project and use it :D It's actually kinda funny, I know a couple people who swear by learning from books and the like. Reference material is great, but I feel like it can only teach you so much.

@neophytealpha 3 жыл бұрын

There are other options for a touch screen. Imagine setting up a Pi 4B+ 8G, an HDMI touchscreen or screen connector touchscreen. Hook camera to the camera connector. Then use a phone adapter module. a custom heat sink to redirect the heat. Then small M.2 drive Maybe secondary SD card adapter.

@jebyjosephgeorge2055 5 жыл бұрын

can u setup multi boot and keep kali linux along with it?

@qkb3128 3 жыл бұрын

How did you get the keyboard to dial the numbers ... can ya send me links or something... so I can build one. You mentioned Qt or something ... I have the zero ... and the pi 4 8g ... so in essence what I need is a graphical user interface from once I connect the module that I can bring up and use to dial and save contacts and so forth what did you used to do that?

@nomorecensorship2815 3 жыл бұрын

Qt is the library for building the GUI. Add variables and functions to the GUI elements. (number_0, number_1, add_to_contacts, dial_number, etc.)

@pjmcbigguns9598 5 жыл бұрын

how is he accessing a mobile network or what network is he using ???

@dawg338 5 жыл бұрын

PJ McBigguns that’s what I would like to know. Is he getting free access on a cell network?

@XInfinity2024 4 жыл бұрын

I am wondering the same thing! I wish that was mentioned in the video so that if people wanted to try to get it for free and it wasn't they wouldn't waste money on it.

@DeLordBishop 4 жыл бұрын

Heya, cool project, did you or anyone you know try this with android?

@arushikhanna6166 5 жыл бұрын

Can you access the wifi and download apps?

@KarimDG 5 жыл бұрын

Links or at least part number for the GSM modem you went with please :)

@kasinereggleston-slover7376 4 жыл бұрын

COOL stuff

@LordGarth6 5 жыл бұрын

ooof the subs on this channel seems to drop everytime a video is posted :/ which sucks cause i want the channel to live and keep up the great content.

@charliebrownau 5 жыл бұрын

Never get that issue on bitchute but lots of creators REFUSE to support bitchute

@vladimirpain3942 2 жыл бұрын

I always dremed about my own cellphone. Combines with laptop and basically all I need or ever would need. This is great base for my LTIP project, so thanks :)

@konnorbowen5246 5 жыл бұрын

Correct me if I'm wrong but can the pi not run off 3.3v? This is the case with the zero anyways, I have done so many times.

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

Konnor Bowen I'd belive it. I wanted to be certain it would operate fine. I doubt the on board USB hardware and the screen would be too happy (or operate at all) without a solid 5v

@heyhocodyo1997 3 жыл бұрын

I'm making a pi 3b with a 5 inch touchscreen and I want good software anyone have any suggestions I seen some people put android on the pi 3 but I'm if that's the way to go all I'll really use it for is maybe Facebook, Instagram and KZfaq and maybe web browsing

@abaddonhajje9194 4 жыл бұрын

Hey Dj can you help me make a GSM interceptor with the raspberry pi. Please champion your the best.

@user-hw4td5zc1g Жыл бұрын

how about install some operating system designed for mobile or android for open source

@platinum7118 5 жыл бұрын

What could make you ally of money is selling the cases that are 3D printed , or just a pack with everything in it.

@newchannelcalledtrimmyframe Жыл бұрын

I love raspbrry pies thx forv the vid!

@1234mattyman 5 жыл бұрын

Could you add apps like internet, Facebook, KZfaq, and can you put a speaker in it for music and a touchscreen keyboard and maybe use a copy of android that would make it great

@-pyrosef- 3 жыл бұрын

Wait so do you need a different card? Is he literally creating his own phone service? How'd he get a phone number for the pi?

@Dobrufusnoretro 11 ай бұрын

Is it possible to make a similar smartphone but running android or some similar OS capable of running apps and web browsing?

@enderdude7777 10 ай бұрын

I know that a pi 4 can run android pretty well, so if your using a pi 4 you probably could. Android is also linux based so there might be some patches for the drivers.

@lazyboyghrol 2 жыл бұрын

might be cool to revisit with a Pi Zero

@marschallblucher6197 5 жыл бұрын

I'm starting to get this feeling... I NEED to make a DIY BlackBerry Bold 9900 running something like Sailfish OS or CyanogenMod

@lapinus 4 жыл бұрын

Yea it's nice, but with the power of the Pi I'd run some more featured OSes like android or raspbian with some programs to make calls

@autismisnotacrime8007 5 ай бұрын

Can you 3d print an old style brick like enclosure for it

@ConanRider 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. Can't wait to see more. Just one criticism, use a better microphone or record some room tone so that you can remove it. I cant wait to see if you can make it smaller or add some more cool oddities to it.

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

TheConanRider Upgrades are planned for the future! I'll have improved audio for future builds, lav mic just showed up in the mail!

@ConanRider 5 жыл бұрын

@@MrVolt Great! Can't wait for more content.

@AirborneSurfer 5 жыл бұрын

That's pretty rad, DJ! I'm pretty sure this is the phone we all wanted when Android came out--modular, expandable, hackable. LET'S GET THIS BABY TO MARKET!!!

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Matt! Right? I'm still mad that Project Ara and the like were canceled. I refuse to believe "progress" for future gadgets means yet more black boxes! (sent from my iphone)

@AirborneSurfer 5 жыл бұрын

@@MrVolt There was so much hope and optimism for Project Ara, but--alas!--it seems that real progress is going to come from guys like us who are making cool things "Just 'cos" 😉

@vithujeyakanthan8272 2 жыл бұрын

is it solder or soder?

@syedyousufhussain4577 5 жыл бұрын

please give me the idea related to biomedical instrumentation project

@phaobi 3 жыл бұрын

can raspbian OS also be use along with call feature.

@crepusculoooo 4 жыл бұрын

men you are great!! i wanna buy one py phone! now

@lgtwzrd Жыл бұрын

Could this be done with the Pi zero 2w?

@sgky2k 5 жыл бұрын

Love? I absolutely adore Linux

@rajibfzborah 5 жыл бұрын

I have a pi3 b+ .... i would like to know if there is any adeptor or any thing available that can be inserted to the display jumper and the other end lets me insert any display from a broken phone. i know touch wont work iam ok with that.

@MrVolt 5 жыл бұрын

There are a large variety of screens and unique controllers for which someone would need to write drivers. While you can buy most OEM screens, you'll find the documentation for them is pretty sparse, or nonexistent, because this is proprietary hardware. You're better off with the well documented screens with SPI interfaces or miniature displays with HDMI.

@rajibfzborah 5 жыл бұрын

@@MrVolt sir m currently using hdmi and a hdmi to vga convertor... it was just a idea to attach an easily available screen .... as pi itself proved to be the worlds cheapest computer and to keep the pi like that we need cheap and easy solutions....... My point is sir that if pi along with its accessories goes above the cheapest desktop or laptop in the market ..what will be the point in buying it ??? Also thanks for the reply....keep up the good work...god bless you

@PEYates 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, great video per usual! I just had a few questions pertaining to the build.. 1.) How long did the total build take in real time? 2.) Where did you source the parts? 3.) What was the price for the PiPhone (all parts & components) around time of build?

@cocolocobros8457 4 жыл бұрын

Ur a clown