➀ Google Japan's Gboard team unveiled a dial-based keyboard with open-source designs, replacing traditional keys with concentric rotary dials inspired by vintage telephones;

➁ The Gboard Dial Edition claims ergonomic benefits like reduced RSI risk and nostalgic auditory feedback, while enabling parallel inputs through multiple dial clusters;

➂ The project extends to DIY accessories like a rotary mouse stand for video conferencing controls, with future concepts targeting DJs and performers.

➀ Guides users to build a portable Raspberry Pi Zero webcam system using a mobile hotspot for global live streaming and motion detection;

➁ Leverages open-source Motion software for low-resource video processing and ZeroTier VPN for secure internet access without router configurations;

➂ Provides hardware setup instructions and software configuration steps for dual functionality as a surveillance device with timestamped recordings.

➀ The article provides a step-by-step guide to building a flight tracker using a Raspberry Pi and an SDR receiver, leveraging ADS-B signals from aircraft;

➀ It details configuring software like FlightRadar24 or OpenSky to decode flight data and display real-time tracking via web interfaces;

➂ The setup involves antenna optimization, signal filtering, and sharing flight data with global networks for enhanced coverage and accuracy.

➀ UKESF launched its Skills Charter to recognize 33 employers for supporting young engineers with technical skills and industry experience;

➁ Companies like ARM, AMD, and Raspberry Pi were praised for promoting inclusivity and outreach in electronics;

➂ UKESF's scholarship program reports 79% of recipients achieve First-class degrees, with 90% working in tech roles post-graduation.

➀ Raspberry Pi launches the upgraded 500+ model with an internal 256GB NVMe SSD and 16GB LPDDR4X RAM, powered by a 2.4GHz Arm Cortex-A76 processor.

➁ The keyboard features mechanical Gateron KS-33 Blue switches with RGB backlighting controlled by a Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller.

➂ Priced at $200, it includes dual 4K display support, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity, and tools for NVMe/custom key cap replacement.

➀ Raspberry Pi releases M.2 HAT+ Compact, a smaller variant of its existing accessory for Raspberry Pi 5;

➁ Supports 2230-format M.2 PCIe cards, enabling expanded storage or connectivity within the official case;

➂ Presented as a potential upgrade for Raspberry Pi-based home computer setups, enhancing compact system capabilities.

➀ Amazon Web Services (AWS) demonstrates a method to implement Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) Hybrid Nodes using Raspberry Pi 5 for edge workloads;

➁ The architecture involves a cloud-based VPC with an EC2 instance acting as a VPN gateway, establishing a secure WireGuard tunnel to Raspberry Pi devices for cluster communication;

➂ Raspberry Pi nodes integrate with the EKS control plane via AWS Systems Manager, functioning as standard worker nodes despite running on decentralized hardware.

➀ The article compiles a list of free Windows tools used daily by the author for productivity, content creation, and media management;

➀ Key tools include ScreenToGIF (GIF/video capture), GIMP/Inkscape (image editing), Notepad++ (coding), Rufus (bootable USB creation), VLC (media playback), and Handbrake (video conversion);

➂ These tools are highlighted for their versatility, cost-effectiveness, and cross-platform availability (Windows/Linux/macOS).

➀ A microcontroller is an integrated circuit with a CPU, memory, and I/O peripherals, designed for specific control tasks in devices like appliances and industrial systems;

➁ Categorized into 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit architectures, they vary in processing power for applications ranging from consumer electronics to automotive and medical systems;

➂ The article addresses FAQs on programming, selection criteria, and differences between microcontrollers and microprocessors.

➀ Raspberry Pi Foundation has released its own-brand 1TB SSD, complementing the existing 512GB and 256GB options.

➁ The SSD is designed to enhance performance of I/O-intensive applications on the Raspberry Pi 5 and offers fast startup times.

➂ The 1TB model is the most performant with 4K random reads and writes at 90,000 IOPS.

➀ Cambridge Tech Week (September 15-19, 2025) will focus on next-generation technologies like quantum computing, photonics, and AI, featuring panels on regulation, ethics, and global innovation ecosystems;

➁ Key speakers include Quantinuum founder Ilyas Khan, Raspberry Pi’s Eben Upton, former Meta executive Nick Clegg, and AI policy leaders like Professor Sana Khareghani;

➂ The event includes startup showcases, workshops, student programs, and debates on scaling tech innovations, supported by Dell Technologies and AMD.

➀ Broadcom Foundation, Raspberry Pi Foundation, and Penang Science Cluster sponsor 'Experience AI' in Malaysia, expanding AI literacy education nationwide after a successful 2024 pilot funded by Google DeepMind;

➁ The program provides teachers with AI resources (lesson plans, activities, assessments) to train students in AI fundamentals, ethics, and safety, benefiting over 50,000 students through 1,300 trained educators;

➂ Collaboration aims to strengthen coding and AI skills as critical 21st-century competencies, with global reach extending to 160 countries and 1.6 million students.

➀ The U.S. Chips Act faces backlash as companies like TSMC threaten to reject subsidies if required to offer equity to the government;

➁ Chris Allexandre appointed as Navitas Semiconductor’s new CEO, succeeding founder Gene Sheridan;

➂ Qualcomm launches the Dragonwing Q-6690, the first mobile processor with integrated UHF RFID, and Prophesee introduces its GenX320 Starter Kit for Raspberry Pi 5, enabling neuromorphic vision applications.

➀ Prophesee launched the GenX320 Starter Kit for Raspberry Pi 5, integrating event-based neuromorphic vision to enable real-time applications across drones, robotics, and industrial automation;

➁ The sensor captures pixel-level brightness changes ('events') instead of full-frame images, achieving microsecond response times, ultra-low power consumption (<50 mW), and reduced data processing;

➂ Developers gain access to open-source tools (Python/C++ APIs), a 320×320 resolution sensor with 140 dB dynamic range, and resources via Prophesee's Knowledge Center to accelerate edge computing solutions.

➀ Nordic Inertial and Murata developed a MEMS-based inertial navigation system combining new algorithms and mass-produced sensors, achieving positioning accuracy close to navigation-grade standards;

➁ The system maintains sub-10-meter accuracy in GNSS-free environments (e.g., tunnels, parking garages) using a Raspberry Pi 5 and MEMS IMU, providing real-time geological north-referenced positioning;

➂ Addressing GNSS vulnerabilities, the collaboration aims to revolutionize industries like logistics and automotive with scalable, cost-effective inertial navigation solutions, marking a resurgence of the technology.

➀ Raspberry Pi launches a 5-inch Touch Display 2 at $40, matching the 720×1280 resolution of its pricier 7-inch counterpart;

➁ The display retains multi-touch functionality and compatibility with most Pi models (excluding Zero/Pico), but GPIO power connection limits HAT accessory usage;

➂ Designed for embedded applications like point-of-sale systems or home automation, emphasizing durability in enclosed installations.

➀ The US announces 100% tariffs on imported chips, exempting companies like TSMC, Intel, and Apple that invest in domestic manufacturing;

➁ OpenAI achieves a $300 billion valuation after raising $8.3 billion, with investor demand far exceeding allocations;

➂ Intel's credit rating is downgraded due to weak profitability, while Weebit Nano prepares to tape out a ReRAM chip and Adafruit releases a Raspberry Pi RP2350 dev board for display applications.

➀ Adafruit launched the Fruit Jam development board designed for Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller, capable of driving DVI displays (up to 640 pixels) and handling keyboards/mice via its USB Type-A/C ports;

➁ The board integrates an Espressif ESP32-C6 Wi-Fi 6 chip, 16MB flash storage, 8MB PSRAM, and supports programming environments like CircuitPython and Arduino;

➂ Additional features include an I²S audio interface, GPIO expansion headers, multi-color LEDs, and bundled mono speaker, positioning it as a compact computing platform for embedded applications.

➀ The GamerCard integrates a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W, a 4-inch IPS display, and gaming controls into a credit-card-sized device for portable gaming;

➁ It features pre-loaded indie games (e.g., Bloo Kid 2) and supports emulation/retro gaming via platforms like RetroPie and PICO-8;

➂ Designed as an educational tool, it supports coding in MicroPython and C++, and ships worldwide for £125 with expandable ports like HDMI and USB-C.

➀ Raspberry Pi announces a two-day pop-up store at The Mall in Bristol's Cribbs Causeway on August 29-30, 2025;

➀ The event targets audiences in the South West region;

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