If this thing had a 5G modem it would be the perfect device .
A phone where I can install applications without asking Google for permission.
A phone where I can install applications without asking Google for permission.
> DIY Phone
> Use the Comet and the Linux stack for calling*, messaging and mobile data as an alternate to your walled and closed smartphone. Contribute to the Linux ecosystem for mobiles.
So I guess this means it can, but it's not supported and you need to contribute the software. So perhaps it has the hardware, and perhaps it might work.
Or course you can attach a USB stick with a 5G modem in it. To be fair, this makes things really difficult. Not all modems support all bands. Different countries use different 5g bands, etc
We are currently testing with LTE modem (Quectel EM05). We are yet to test with 5G Modems but similar sized 3042 (M.2) are available albeit expensive.
I'd still probably carry a main phone, but this could be a cool backup
Also, you are free to bring your own modem too - and only opt for the antennas pre-assembled in your unit.
You've pretty much sold me on the device, but I might wait for retail.