➀ A Raspberry Pi-powered keyholder that automatically backs up data from connected flash drives. ➁ The device uses a Raspberry Pi 3A+ or newer models, with a custom PCB and 3D-printed shell. ➂ The software is open source and available on GitHub, allowing for additional functionalities.

➀ Jesse Taube has successfully ported RISC-V NOMMU Linux to the RP2350, a Raspberry Pi variant. ➁ The code is available on GitHub for use on the SparkFun Pro Micro – RP2350. ➂ This development opens up new possibilities for running Linux on RISC-V-based microcontrollers.

➀ The Raspberry Pi 5-based Pilet project by Soulcircuit offers a modular, portable PC experience with a 7-hour battery life. ➁ Features include a metal back, passive cooling, NVMe SSD storage, and AI capabilities with the Hailo-8L module. ➂ The project aims to use open-source tools for flexibility, with plans to keep the budget under $200 per device.

➀ Adds support for Raspberry Pi RP2350 boards, focusing on Arm architecture. ➁ Migrates to Pico SDK 2.0, incorporating new OpenOCD and Picotool. ➂ Enhances features including SPI, I2C, LittleFS, EEPROM, PWMAudio, LWIP-based networking, multicore, SDK USB, and TinyUSB. ➃ Introduces new board models such as Raspberry Pi Pico 2, Invector Labs Challenger RP2350 BConnect, SparkFun Pro Micro RP2350, and Solder Party RP2350 Stamp. ➄ Adds new Ethernet controllers like W6100 and implements VFS for POSIX file I/O operations.

➀ A wearable headset using Raspberry Pi and AI helps visually impaired people navigate; ➁ The device uses a camera and AI to interpret surroundings and provide audio feedback; ➂ The project is open-source, allowing others to recreate and improve upon it.

➀ Raspberry Pi CatBot monitors stray cats and sends photos via text. ➁ The system includes a bird deterrent feature. ➂ The project is open source and uses both Pi Zero and Pi 5.

➀ Dominic LeBoeuf has created a card-playing robot named Cardi using a Raspberry Pi and 3D printing technology. ➁ Cardi can play card games like Skat using a simple set of programmed instructions. ➂ The robot uses servos, a vacuum pump, and an RFID module to interact with the cards.

➀ ESMC, a joint venture between TSMC, Bosch, Infineon, and NXP, has started construction on its first fab in Dresden with a €5 billion subsidy from the German government. ➁ The RAN market continues to decline, with global RAN revenues falling at a double-digit rate for the fourth consecutive quarter. ➂ AMD has acquired ZT Systems for $4.9 billion to streamline its GPU development and sales for AI systems.

➀ Maker Emre has created a custom dev board called Pico 2W Plus for the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, adding Wi-Fi and Bluetooth support via an ESP32 microcontroller. ➁ The board is based on the RP2350B, offering more GPIO pins than the RP2350A found in the standard Pico 2. ➂ The design includes various connectivity options and is currently in development, with details available on Hackster.

➀ The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 features a price increase from $4 to $5, but offers enhanced functionalities including support for two processor architectures. ➁ The device maintains the same dimensions and GPIO configurations as its predecessor, with the microcontroller chip upgraded from RP2040 to RP2350 series, ensuring software and hardware compatibility. ➂ The RP2350 series microcontroller includes two Arm Cortex-M33 and two 32-bit Hazard3 RISC-V cores, allowing users to select which cores to use during the boot process.

➀ The ANAVI Dev Mic is an open-source microphone board powered by Seeed Studio XIAO RP2040 and an STMicroelectronics digital microphone. ➁ It features a USB-C port for power and programming, and 9 GPIO pins for extensibility. ➂ Designed for AI/ML research and voice recognition platforms, it outperforms USB microphones in voice applications.

➀ A new 2Gbyte version of the Raspberry Pi 5 has been launched at $50, compared to $60 for the 4Gbyte model. ➁ The cost reduction is achieved by reducing memory size and changing the main processor. ➂ The new version removes unnecessary functionalities, making it functionally identical to its predecessor but more cost-effective.

➀ The Raspberry Pi 5 2GB model is benchmarked against its 4GB and 8GB counterparts, showing similar performance in many tasks despite having less RAM. ➁ The 2GB model is sufficient for basic tasks and light multitasking but struggles with more demanding applications like high-end emulation and multiple browser tabs. ➂ For projects requiring more RAM, such as machine learning and AI, the 4GB or 8GB models are recommended.

➀ The Bus Pirate 5XL and 6 are open-source hardware debugging tools based on Raspberry Pi RP2350A and RP2350B microcontrollers, designed to interact with various bus protocols. ➁ These devices feature buffered I/O pins, programmable power supply, RGB LCD for pin status, and auxiliary headers for logic analyzers. ➂ The new models include updates such as full-color LCD, Raspberry Pi RP2040/RP2350 MCU, and enhanced terminal interface with VT100 color terminal emulation.

➀ The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 features dual RISC-V Hazard3 cores, alongside Arm Cortex-M33 cores, selectable at boot time. ➁ It includes enhanced security features such as Arm TrustZone, signed boot, and hardware TRNG. ➂ The board supports both FreeRTOS and Zephyr operating systems, expanding its application possibilities.

➀ Secure your home network using Raspberry Pi with tools like Nmap, Wireshark, VPN, and firewall. ➁ Transform a Raspberry Pi into a budget-friendly security camera system. ➂ Use Raspberry Pi as a password manager with Vaultwarden for cross-device access. ➃ Create a USB sniffer with a Raspberry Pi Pico to monitor USB port activities.

➀ Raspberry Pi introduces the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, featuring the RP2350 microcontroller with enhanced performance and security. ➁ The Pico 2 includes advanced features such as dual Arm Cortex-M33 and RISC-V cores, increased memory, and improved connectivity. ➂ Designed for a wide range of applications, from hobbyists to professional engineers, the Pico 2 aims to drive innovation in embedded systems and IoT projects.

➀ The Japanese car industry is consolidating to meet the challenges of EV production. ➁ Raspberry Pi has announced its second-generation dual-core MCU, featuring more powerful Arm cores and optional RISC-V cores. ➂ Ubotica, a space AI specialist, has achieved successful onboard AI detection of objects on Earth.

➀ Russell Eveleigh's Zero Pairs project uses a Raspberry Pi to visually explain negative numbers through a display of rotating balls. ➁ The project includes a web-based interface for inputting equations and adjusting settings. ➂ The project is open source, allowing educators and enthusiasts to explore and modify the code.

➀ Farnell now offers the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, featuring the RP2350 microcontroller with enhanced performance and security. ➁ The RP2350 includes a 150MHz system clock, dual Arm Cortex-M33 cores, and 520KB SRAM, among other improvements. ➂ The Pico 2 comes with 4MB of onboard flash memory and is available for order from Farnell, Newark, and element14.