Paul Gardner-Stephen introduces fresh progress on the MEGAphone, focusing on telephony features and a practical user interface. The demo highlights a software approach that splits the program into several binaries. These switch and load with shared state management, streamlining user experience.

Within the interface, users can scroll through contacts, select an entry, and populate the dialer using the F1 key. Editing a number clears the associated name, allowing for quick updates. This process works seamlessly for calling or checking SMS threads for each contact.

Telephony Controls and SMS Threads

The MEGAphone supports core telephony functions mapped to F1 through F7 keys. Initiating a call, muting, or hanging up becomes intuitive with dedicated controls. When a call is in progress, the call button blinks yellow, while a red cross gives a clear option to end the call. Pressing F5 activates mute, with a visual indicator confirming the status.

An SMS thread for each contact is available, making it easy to manage conversations. The interface maintains consistency across different sections, ensuring users always have access to familiar controls. Though the modem was not connected during the demo, call state management logic works as intended, preparing the device for real-world use.

Ongoing Development and Next Steps

The demonstration shows both strengths and minor bugs, such as the mute status not always clearing after a call. These details underline the project’s ongoing refinement. Future plans include integrating modem support and improving power management.

The MEGAphone’s user interface and telephony functions represent a solid step for the MEGA65 platform. To see these features in action and follow the MEGAphone project’s evolution, watch the videos included in this post. For more details and updates, visit the MEGA65 blog or the project’s GitHub page.