A new robot has been created powered by the awesome BBC micro:bit mini PC providing a sensor controlled micro:bit robot that can be programmed and includes movable arms and legs. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the PLEN:bit humanoid robot which has been designed to enable … [Read more...] about PLEN:bit sensor controlled micro:bit robot
DIY Projects
Z-Duino Arduino Bluetooth board removes the need for a USB connection
Arduino enthusiasts searching for a board that supports connection via Bluetooth rather than USB may be interested in the Z-duino Bluetooth Arduino board recently launched via Kickstarter. Compatible with the Arduino Uno the new Bluetooth board allows you to remove the need for a USB cable … [Read more...] about Z-Duino Arduino Bluetooth board removes the need for a USB connection
Tiny USB electronics power supply hits Kickstarter
Electronic, Arduino and Raspberry Pi enthusiasts may be interested in a new USB power supply created by Sirutec based in Germany. The aptly named Siru Box as a miniature variable power supply offering a USB 2.0 2.5W with controllable output voltage 0-15V AND controllable current up to 600mA. watch … [Read more...] about Tiny USB electronics power supply hits Kickstarter
Raspberry Pi Azure IOT Edge with SenseHat introduction
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts or those new to the Azure IOT Edge technology may be interested in a new introductory tutorial provides a great introduction to using Azure IOT Edge with the Raspberry Pi mini PC and its SenseHat. The intermediate tutorial has been created by Gökhan Kurt and published to the … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi Azure IOT Edge with SenseHat introduction
Raspberry Pi Retropie portable tactical games console
Instructables member BenM19 has this week published details of an awesome Raspberry Pi Retropie portable tactical games console he has created using a rugged waterproof case available to purchase from online retailers such as Amazon. The portable Retropie games console includes everything you need … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi Retropie portable tactical games console
Raspberry Pi superguide in MagPi magazine issue 76
The official Raspberry Pi Foundation has today announced the availability of issue 76 of the official Raspberry Pi magazine aptly named MagPi. This month’s edition features a new Raspberry Pi superguide to take you through everything you need to know about the awesome mini PC from setting it up to … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi superguide in MagPi magazine issue 76
Art Deco weather forecast display
Keeping an eye on the weather forecast is always recommended before adventuring out. Maker Bob Murphy has created a new electronic weather forecast display in the style of Art Deco and using the Adafruit piTFT connected to a Raspberry Pi Zero W. Full instructions on how to build your very own … [Read more...] about Art Deco weather forecast display
DIY 12V wind turbine generator
Makers and electronic enthusiasts looking for a new project to keep them busy, which could also save hard earned cash by helping to generate power for their homes. May be interested in a new 12v DIY wind turbine generator created by Thingiverse member and maker Nikola based in Sweden. According to … [Read more...] about DIY 12V wind turbine generator
Lenco-MD 3D printed modular record player kit from €99
The Qeske Community has taken to Kickstarter this month launching a new crowdfunding campaign to empower people to learn about music and technology by doing and making quality audio equipment. The project offers the ability to construct the unique Lenco-MD 3D printed, modular record player. The … [Read more...] about Lenco-MD 3D printed modular record player kit from €99
SuperNano Arduino development board with Cortex M3 and M4 processor
Arduino enthusiasts wanting a more powerful Arduino Nano alternative development board may be interested in the new Super Nano Plus and Super Nano Arduino compatible boards created by Infunity Box. Equipped with Cortex M3 and M4 processors and offering the same form factor as the original Arduino … [Read more...] about SuperNano Arduino development board with Cortex M3 and M4 processor
Zero BZ1 Arduino board offers LiPo charger, SD and more
Embedded PC board designer Dimitri Synodinos has created a new Arduino compatible development board named the Zero BZ1 which is equipped with a 48MHz ARM Cortex M0+ micro-controller , zero bootloader with LiPo battery charger and SD card socket. watch the demonstration video below to learn more … [Read more...] about Zero BZ1 Arduino board offers LiPo charger, SD and more
Microsoft Xbox Adaptive controller easily connects to Nintendo Switch
Microsoft specifically designed the Adaptive controller for their Xbox One console and Windows 10 operating system. But industrious YouTuber “MyMateVince” has been able to connect the Microsoft Xbox Adaptive controller to the Nintendo Switch console and has demonstrated the Xbox controller working … [Read more...] about Microsoft Xbox Adaptive controller easily connects to Nintendo Switch
