Steve Kroop at Flytec <<info>>
writes:

After my public discussions of the development of the upcoming 7000
series I have been able to confirm preliminary specifications of the
hardware in the next instrument and it seems quite impressive.

• Dual ARM CPUs. An ARM9 as the main processor for computational
  and user processes like the GUI (graphical user interface) and a
  smaller ARM processor responsible managing all of the sensor data,
  power management and data recording. This dual CPU approach provides
  operational redundancy and flight recording security.


• Grey scale display, fully reflective for optimal readability in direct sunlight with low-power backlight. Light sensor for automatic control of backlighting to improve readability in low light situation. Size is same as 6030 LCD


• Anti-glare resistive touch screen (works well with gloves)


• 3 function keys


• High performance 56-channel GLONASS/WAAS GPS with up to 10x per second sample rate


• Ultra sensitive and responsive state-of-the-art pressure sensor


• Full sensor package like SensBox (gyro, magnetic compass, accelerometer, temperature)


• Built-in BT4LE for connectivity to phone/tablet to run flight apps (e.g., FreeFlight, XCSoar, FlySkyHigh, etc.). Also send flights, exchange waypoints, routes and settings between instruments


• Built-in FlyLink for connection to remote accessories


• Built-in WiFi for connectivity to phone/tablet/e-book readers. Also send flights, exchange waypoints and tasks with scorekeeper/task-setter's computer/hotspot


• Audio out/airspeed jack with auto detection of external speaker or airspeed sensor


• MP3 audio (voice prompting possible)


• Micro USB download and upload (cross platform - no drivers required)


• Micro SD card virtually limitless recording


• Super easy firmware updating - just copy new firmware to SD card


• Cross platform compatibility for upload/download/firmware update (instrument connects as mass storage device)


• LiPo battery for estimated 20-25 hr. runtime with USB charging. Intelligent internal charger can detect and adapt to USB power source (computer, phone/tablet charger, vehicle, etc)


• Overall size estimated 25 to 30% smaller than 6030 (This is not from engineer, rather an estimate based on a rendering using the size of the LCD as a reference)


• Optional pitot tube for true and indicated air speed


• Optional FLARM