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Re: So, is MiniMig worth buying?
« on: June 04, 2008, 10:07:39 PM »
The minimig is not perfect in many ways, but it's a damn good piece of kit and I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to buy it.

The compatibility problems will eventually be sorted out, and you'll all be able to upgrade by just replacing a file on the SD card and rebooting the MiniMig.

The menu structure is a software matter and, PIC memory permitting, could also be sorted out given time and volunteers.  Likewise for implementing a hardfile on the SD card or using 2GB+ SDHC card (always at the mercy of the PIC's memory).

My only gripe is the custom PCB layout.  If it were widely available in mini-ITX format, then we would have less problems with finding a housing for it.  I admired Illuwatar's mini-ITX design, but there don't seem to be further developments from his side...

Cheers
Edwin
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