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Zephyr RTOS 4.1 Released with Performance Boosts, IAR and Rust Support, and Broader Board Compatibility

Sat, 2025-04-12 02:08
Zephyr Project has released version 4.1 of its RTOS, bringing notable improvements in kernel performance, toolchain support, and hardware compatibility. While not an LTS release, it introduces key updates aimed at enhancing developer experience and system efficiency. One of the main focuses of this release is performance. Extensive work went into addressing kernel bottlenecks and […]
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Banana Pi Teases BPI-CM6 Module Featuring SpacemiT K1 RISC-V Processor

Sat, 2025-04-12 01:38
Banana Pi has shared details of its upcoming BPI-CM6 module, built with the SpacemiT K1 octa-core RISC-V processor. Though not yet launched, it is suggested for AI edge computing, robotics, industrial control, and network storage The BPI-CM6 adopts a 40x55mm form factor and uses board-to-board connectors consistent with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4, enabling […]
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Topaz Tz170 J484 Development Kit with 256 Mbit x32 LPDDR4 at 1.6 Gbps & MIPI D-PHY

Wed, 2025-04-09 05:01
The Topaz Tz170 J484 Development Kit is a compact platform for evaluating and prototyping with the Efinix Tz170 FPGA. It integrates onboard memory, configurable I/O, and a preloaded reference design, providing a practical setup for testing and demonstration across a range of FPGA applications. The development kit is built around the Tz170 FPGA, which uses […]
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HydraNFC Shield v2 and Sniffer Decoder Expand Capabilities for NFC Development & Analysis

Tue, 2025-04-08 03:10
The HydraNFC Shield v2 is a high-performance NFC development platform built around the STMicroelectronics ST25R3916 NFC frontend. Designed for NFC research, development, debugging, and security analysis, it is intended to be used with the HydraBus v1.0, a versatile open-source baseboard that acts as the host interface for HydraNFC and other shield extensions. HydraBus v1.0 is […]
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DFRobot Previews RISC-V-Based FireBeetle 2 with ESP32-P4, Targeting Image and Video Applications

Mon, 2025-04-07 03:14
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 is an upcoming compact development board designed for real-time image processing, video streaming, and wireless communication. It targets HMI applications such as digital photo frames, security systems, home control panels, and smart doorbells. The board is built around the ESP32-P4R32 microcontroller, which features a dual-core 400 MHz RISC-V processor for high-performance […]
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EM1103B Board Integrates 0.5 TOPS NPU and 8MP ISP with RV1103B SoC

Mon, 2025-04-07 02:44
The EM1103B is a compact single-board computer built around the Rockchip RV1103B SoC. Designed for vision-based AIoT tasks, it targets applications like smart cameras, doorbells, and battery-powered surveillance devices, combining processing, AI acceleration, and imaging features in a small footprint. As the name suggests, the board is powered by the Rockchip RV1103B, similar to the […]
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Luckfox Nova Features Cortex-A35 and Onboard Audio Peripherals

Fri, 2025-04-04 04:42
LuckFox has introduced a compact Linux development board named Luckfox Nova, built around the Rockchip RK3308B. This quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A35 processor runs at 1.3GHz and is designed for audio processing and smart voice applications. This device shares the same form factor as other LuckFox boards, such as the Pico Ultra RV1106 (ARM Cortex-A7) and […]
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Axzez Expands OS Compatibility, Lowers Interceptor 2.0 Pricing

Fri, 2025-04-04 02:45
Axzez has officially released its updated Interceptor OS Installer, now featuring full support for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. Designed for performance and simplicity, the installer is built on Debian Bookworm and integrates modern kernel versions — 6.12.19-v8 for Raspberry Pi and 6.12.20 for Banana Pi. According to the announcement, this release delivers a […]
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ESP32-P4-Module-DEV-KIT Introduces Wi-Fi 6, Dual-Core RISC-V, and Ethernet

Thu, 2025-04-03 07:12
The ESP32-P4-Module-DEV-KIT is a low-cost development board based on the ESP32-P4, with an integrated ESP32-C6 coprocessor. It supports Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5/BLE, and is designed for embedded HMI applications and edge computing. The board features a 400 MHz RISC-V 32-bit dual-core processor for performance-intensive tasks, along with a low-power RISC-V single-core processor running at up […]
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NV8600-Nano AI Kit: Jetson Orin Nano Super Mode + 4x GbE, CANBus, MIPI

Wed, 2025-04-02 04:16
AAEON’s UP brand has introduced the NV8600-Nano AI Developer Kit, combining an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano module with Super Mode support, an expanded I/O carrier board, and a preinstalled AI software package designed for embedded and computer vision developers. The kit features the 8GB Jetson Orin Nano module, delivering up to 67 TOPS of AI […]
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Efinix Titanium Ti180 FPGA Delivers Embedded LPDDR4x Memory and Expanded I/O

Tue, 2025-04-01 06:35
Efinix has introduced the Titanium Ti180J484D1 FPGA, which includes 2 Gb of embedded LPDDR4x memory. By integrating memory directly within the FPGA package, the number of pins required for external memory interfaces is reduced, simplifying PCB design and lowering system complexity. Built on TSMC’s 16 nm process, the Ti180J484D1 FPGA features a high-density, low-power Quantum […]
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(Updated) OrangePi RV SBC Gains JH7110 RISC-V Processor and PCIe 2.0 Interface

Tue, 2025-04-01 05:51
The OrangePi RV is a development board based on the open-source RISC-V architecture, designed to offer high performance with low power consumption. This single-board computer features a JH7110 quad-core RISC-V processor, an M.2 M-key 2280 PCIe slot for SSD expansion, and supports up to 8GB of RAM. The new Orange Pi board is equipped with […]
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Microchip PolarFire-Powered TinyBeast FPGA Delivers Real-Time Performance with DDR4 and PCIe

Sun, 2025-03-30 01:49
CrowdSupply recently introduced the TinyBeast FPGA, a compact platform based on Microchip’s PolarFire FPGA technology. It stands out for its ability to offload computationally intensive tasks from the central processor, enabling real-time data processing in space-constrained environments like automation, measurement, and robotics. TinyBeast FPGA comes in two configurations. The TinyBeast FPGA P features a Mini […]
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Low-Cost Luckfox Pico Pi Boards Offer Linux Development with Ubuntu Support

Sun, 2025-03-30 01:04
The Luckfox Pico Pi series consists of four models with a Raspberry Pi SBC form factor, designed for embedded applications. Offering various processing capabilities, connectivity options, and memory configurations, these boards include PoE support and optional 4G connectivity. This SBC accommodates the LuckFox Core1106 module seen earlier this year. The series features the Rockchip RV1106 […]
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M5Stack Expands Offline LLM Lineup with Ethernet-Enabled Kit

Fri, 2025-03-28 14:11
M5Stack has launched the Module LLM Kit, combining the Module LLM and Module13.2 LLM Mate for offline AI inference and data communication. It supports applications like voice assistants, text-to-speech conversion, smart home control, and more. This module operates using the AiXin AX630C SoC processor, also found in other M5Stack products like the LLM630 Compute Kit […]
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LILYGO T-Deck Pro Offers E-Paper Display with Configurable 4G and Voice Options

Thu, 2025-03-27 18:16
LILYGO has introduced the T-Deck Pro, an open-source development board with a built-in keyboard and a 3.1-inch e-paper touchscreen. Combining sensor integration with touchscreen functionality, it can be applied to various projects in areas like IoT and portable devices. The board features the ESP32-S3FN16R8 dual-core LX7 microprocessor, similar to the T-Deck Plus released in December. […]
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Firefly Automation Controller Adds Industrial Control Capabilities to Raspberry Pi Compute Module

Thu, 2025-03-27 16:45
CrowdSupply recently featured the Firefly Automation Controller, a platform combining Raspberry Pi Compute Module-compatible modules with the STM32H7 microcontroller for industrial applications. With IO-Link Class B channels, it supports communication and control of sensors and actuators. The STM32H7 microcontroller, running at up to 480 MHz, manages real-time tasks using 80 MHz buffered communication lines to […]
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Raspberry Pi PoE+ Injector Leverages Power-Over-Ethernet for Remote Deployments

Thu, 2025-03-27 15:52
This month, Raspberry Pi launched a device capable of powering its single-board computers over Power-over-Ethernet. The Raspberry Pi PoE+ Injector enables both power and data to be transmitted through a single Ethernet cable, simplifying network infrastructure for projects deployed in remote or difficult-to-access locations. Compatible with devices conforming to IEEE 802.3af and 802.3at standards, including […]
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Variscite Expands SoM Lineup with VAR-SOM-AM62P Featuring TI Sitara AM62Px Processor

Wed, 2025-03-26 06:51
Variscite has released the VAR-SOM-AM62P, a new System on Module based on the Texas Instruments Sitara AM62Px processor. This module expands the VAR-SOM product line with enhanced multimedia functionality while maintaining a focus on cost efficiency. The module integrates a quad-core Cortex-A53 processor running at 1.4GHz, along with an 800MHz Cortex-R5F real-time co-processor. It features a […]
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FET536-C SoM Carrier with High-Speed Interfaces and GPIO Expansion

Tue, 2025-03-25 06:05
The FET536-C System on Module, based on the Allwinner T536 processor, is designed for applications that require reliable performance and flexible connectivity. It is intended for use in fields such as data concentrators, DTUs, EV charging systems, transportation, robotics, and industrial control. The module integrates a 1.6GHz quad-core Cortex-A55 CPU and a 64-bit Xuantie E907 […]
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