A Pocket-Sized Modular Cyberdeck for Learning, Hacking, and Experimentation
Phoenix Deck is an open-source, modular handheld computer built for students, makers, and ethical hackers. It combines the power of a Raspberry Pi 5 with a touchscreen tablet interface and a detachable ESP32 hacking module—all in one portable, hackable device.
Think of it as a student-friendly cyberdeck: part tablet, part ethical hacking tool, and 100% open for learning and experimentation.
- 🖥️ A real tablet running desktop OSes (Raspberry Pi OS, Kali Linux, Android/LineageOS)
- 🔧 Modular & hackable — attach/detach RF sensors, antennas, and IoT modules
- 🌐 Open-source — all hardware designs, firmware, and software will be available on GitHub
- 🎓 Built for education — hands-on learning for cybersecurity, IoT, embedded systems, and privacy
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | Raspberry Pi 5 (8GB RAM) for OS, apps, and toolchains |
| Display | Official Raspberry Pi Touch Display 2 (7", 1280×720, capacitive multi-touch) |
| Storage | NVMe M.2 SSD (256–512 GB) for fast boot and multi-OS support |
| Hacking Module | Detachable ESP32-WROVER with modular RF cards (NFC/RFID, IR, LoRa, sub-GHz) |
| Input | Detachable keyboard, stylus support (capacitive) |
| Power | 20,000 mAh USB-C PD power bank with hardware kill switches |
| Cooling | Aluminum heatsink + PWM fan for stable performance |
| Privacy | Hardware RF/mic/camera kill switches, Tor/VPN ready |
| Boot Modes | Physical switch: Tablet Mode (LineageOS) ↔ Hacking Mode (Kali/RPi OS) |
| Expansion | Slot-in RF daughtercards, GPIO headers, external antenna ports |
₹25,000 – ₹32,000 INR (~$300–$385 USD)
- Learn embedded systems, IoT protocols, and RF communication
- Practice ethical hacking, network security, and pentesting
- Experiment with sensors, microcontrollers, and open hardware
- RFID/NFC cloning and security testing
- Wi-Fi/BLE packet sniffing and pentesting
- IR signal replay attacks and device control
- Long-range LoRa communication experiments
- BadUSB/HID injection testing
- Custom sensor integration
- GPS tracking and geolocation
- Environmental monitoring (temperature, humidity, etc.)
- DIY automation and IoT prototypes
This project will be open-source and available under multiple licenses:
- Hardware designs: CERN OHL / MIT License
- Firmware & Software: MIT / Apache 2.0 / GPL (see individual files)
- Documentation: CC BY-SA 4.0
Full license details will be added as development progresses.
Phoenix Deck will include tools and capabilities for security research and ethical hacking. Users must:
- ✅ Only test systems you own or have explicit permission to test
- ✅ Comply with local laws regarding RF transmission and security testing
- ✅ Use responsibly for education and research purposes
- ❌ Never use for unauthorized access, illegal activity, or harm
DevSora and contributors are not responsible for misuse of this platform.
- Initial planning and repository setup
- Hardware component research and BOM finalization
- PCB design and schematic drafting
- ESP32 firmware architecture planning
- 3D-printable enclosure design
- Alpha prototype assembly and testing
- Beta hardware revision with improved cooling
- Official kit sales via DevSora website
- Community firmware library for RF modules
- Educational curriculum and workshop materials
- Integration with popular pentesting frameworks
We'll be opening contribution channels soon. Stay tuned for:
- Hardware design discussions
- Firmware development opportunities
- Documentation and tutorial creation
- Testing and feedback
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