There will be a need for a PDA. A couple of reasons for such a handheld. First, PDAs have calculators which will help the student to learn to work with complex math without the issues of making mistakes. When learning the basic maths, calculators will likely not be allowed, but the PDA can also still function as a voice recorder which will allow the student to record the lectures from the instrcutors. This will make studying easier, and more flexible.
As of now, there is no real company that would make PDAs since smartphones have basically made that device extinct, but in my opinion, there is a need for PDAs in schools. Why would a 6 year old have a smartphone. This is likely something most guardians will be opposed to. Now if a guardian wants their 6 year old to have a phone, that would be a decision between the guardian and the child. It is not the school’s responsibility to provide for a cellular phone.
The minimum system requirements will be as follows:
- 1Ghz Hexacore CPU with 6GB of memory
- 128GB for OS/Apps + micro-SDXC support for up to 2TB
- Kal-OS (Handheld) OS
- 6″ display at 16:9 and a minimum of 1080p
- USB-C Charging
- 12MP front camera, 12 MP rear camera
- biometric recognition
- 5 years of security updates
Rationale
The handheld is intended to allow the student to have a device that would serve well for school without the distraction of a cellular phone. In addition, many parents might oppose for their 6 year old to have a smartphone. The handheld will support the roles that are ideal for school, but lacks that calling feature. With that in mind, the nation will have to create a computer manufacturer to build the PDAs since they are non-existent these days.
A 1Ghz hexacore CPU will be invaluable for operation of the handheld. This will allow for processing files, and apps. 6GB memory is the minimum for AI, and with that in place, then the student can use the handheld in help with writing, and other activity.
A 128GB of storage for OS/Apps will be essential. There will be some tools required by the school, but anything beyond that will be up to the student with permission of the guardian. The student will be required to acquire a micro-SD card for personal files such as media, and images.
A 16:9 screen will be important. There will also be a 6″ screen. This should be the minimum, and ideally – the PDA will have a larger screen. Again, the goal is to keep the device for as long as possible. With that said, a minimum of 1080p will be required. This is obviously important for resolution, and video watching.
As with NSC requirements, all smartphones and handhelds must use USB-C for charging. This will be in place, and meet those requirements. While USB-C charging will be required, Qi Charging is not required. And obviously, the handheld must meet all of the specs required by NSC, and Qi Charging is not one of them.