Over the weekend Valve announced that their groundbreaking new virtual reality game Half-Life: Alyx has received a new update enabling Half-Life: Alyx Workshop and Editor Tools with Steam Workshop support. The Half-Life: Alyx Workshop Tools is a set of software utilities available as a free download … [Read more...] about New Half-Life: Alyx workshop tools now available or custom maps creation and more
DIY Projects
TechLabs TL1 SWARM robotics kit hits Kickstarter
a new robotics kit is launched via Kickstarter today with the aim of raising the required funds needed to make the jump from concept into production. The inexpensive robotics learning platform kit designed to work with the Micro:Bit, fully supported with lesson plans and class content. "TechLabs … [Read more...] about TechLabs TL1 SWARM robotics kit hits Kickstarter
The Makers Field Guide hits Kickstarter
Makers, hobbyists and design students wanting to learn tips and tricks from professional makers, may be interested in a new publication available via Kickstarter this month called the The Maker's Field Guide. Available as an e-book, paperback or hard book edition, worldwide shipping is available and … [Read more...] about The Makers Field Guide hits Kickstarter
Skateboard built using $700 Apple Mac Pro wheels
YouTuber channel Braille Skateboarding has built a skateboard using Apple's $700 Mac Pro wheels. If you purchase the case wheels during your initial configuration, the upgrade is available for $400. However, if you purchase them afterwards, the price increases dramatically to $699. This significant … [Read more...] about Skateboard built using $700 Apple Mac Pro wheels
Robotic basketball backboard makes sure you sink every shot
Engineer Shane Wighton has published a great video to his YouTube channel, detailing how he created a robotic basketball backboard that allows you to sink every shot. Watch the demonstration video below to learn more about the automated backboard which tilts to help make sure the basketball scores … [Read more...] about Robotic basketball backboard makes sure you sink every shot
3D printed wallet complete with credit card ejection system
Those of you with access to a 3D printer may be interested in a new slimline wallet created by Thingiverse member Aljaztitoric, complete with ejection system. "It is wonderful to see how many of you like this wallet. I am receiving photos of your wallets every week, thank you! Although, I can see … [Read more...] about 3D printed wallet complete with credit card ejection system
Raspberry Pi used to fix Nintendo Switch online lag issues
Chris Barlas from TopSpec has shared a new Raspberry Pi project to help Nintendo switch online gamers reduce the lag, which sometimes causes issues and disconnections during online battles. "The advantage of using Raspberry Pi is that it can handle wireless networking more reliably than Nintendo … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi used to fix Nintendo Switch online lag issues
Arduino Bigfoot WiFi relay board hits Kickstarter
Roxana Safipour, a graduate from MIT, has created a new programmable development board enclosed in a watertight casing. This innovative board is specifically designed for a wide variety of applications, providing easy control over high-voltage relays, Wi-Fi, and both digital and analog I/O … [Read more...] about Arduino Bigfoot WiFi relay board hits Kickstarter
DIY Metronome built using CLUE and CircuitPython
Makers and musicians searching for a new project to keep them busy this weekend may be interested in a new metronome built using the CLUE sensor-packed development board and CircuitPython code. This innovative project not only allows you to create a functional metronome but also includes … [Read more...] about DIY Metronome built using CLUE and CircuitPython
Raspberry Pi homelab and private cloud project
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts searching for a new project to keep them busy for the next few weeks may be interested in a new tutorial published to the Open Source website detailing how to create your very own private cloud using a single board computer, such as the Raspberry Pi. "Building a homelab … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi homelab and private cloud project
Raspberry Pi home security notification system using Telegram
Makers, hobbyists, and Raspberry Pi enthusiasts interested in building their very own home surveillance system complete with a notification system may be interested in this excellent Raspberry Pi project which uses a motion sensor, camera, and utilizes the Telegram bot service. This project not only … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi home security notification system using Telegram
Raspberry Pi IKEA TRÅDFRI Light smart home connection with Home Assistant
Raspberry Pi enthusiasts or those interested in learning more about setting up their very own smart home or home automation, may be interested in a new project published to the hacks dryer website this week by Michael Becker. The intermediate tutorial takes approximately 60 minutes to complete and … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi IKEA TRÅDFRI Light smart home connection with Home Assistant
