Fun fact: BitBox (nprofile…wjtd) devices are not #OpenSource #hardware.
With enough public pressure, there's at least small chance they might change this and publish the source files for their #electronics.
They're close. They have open source firmware and software. They just have to publish the electronics CAD file (KiCAD, or something like Eagle CAD if they're using closed source software).
https://www.oshwa.org/faq/#files-to-share
And before someone jumps in to defend them. Yes, I get it. They're trying to make a profit and don't want to have to compete with other manufacturers. They don't want anyone building on their work except themselves. But I think there's more potential if they crossed the finish line here. They are the trusted brand for this product. They are the innovators. They will keep making improvements and could even collect some from the community if so inclined.
I just want to bring some honesty into the marketplace. People have every right to choose to buy closed source products. But they should not be duped into buying something they think is open source only to find out later that the marketing is only half true.
Dr. Hax
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