[Open-graphics] decoding video in real-time

[Patrick McNamara]

Simon wrote:
> As an ambivalent owner of a Nokia 770 (OMAP 1710, C55x DSP) I don't
> think that TI would release the hardware docs under conditions that
> would allow someone to support it with free software (they certainly
> didn't for Nokia).  

The newer OMAP chips run are capable of running a Linux software stack. 
The necessary changes to the Linux kernel are contributed as necessary. 
There may very well be some binary blob drivers for certain
"peripherals", especially when you start talking about the cell
subsystems, but the information is more available than you might expect.

> Also, how likely is it that it is capable of
> decoding HD resolutions, if it's designed for use in phones?
The OMAP 3430 is listed as capable of 720x480 @ 30fps in the advertising
literature.

Patrick M