➀ The DigiPort 'Next-Gen Pocket PC' is powered by Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 and may support Module 5; ➁ DigiPort is designed as a carrier board for the Compute Module, with HDMI, USB ports, and Type-C power; ➂ The crowdfunding campaign has reached 96% of its goal and is expected to be successful.
Recent #Raspberry Pi news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Raspberry Pi and Sony have co-developed an AI Camera module priced at $70; ➁ The camera is compatible with all Raspberry Pi single-board computers and features Sony's IMX500 image sensor; ➂ It eliminates the need for additional accelerators or a GPU, handling AI processing internally; ➃ The camera captures footage at 12.3 megapixels and offers adjustable focus and a 76-degree field of view.
➀ The Raspberry Pi AI Camera offers basic AI capabilities for $70; ➁ It performs well in object detection and pose estimation; ➂ It can be used as a standard Raspberry Pi camera; ➃ The camera has a lower computational power compared to the Raspberry Pi AI Kit.
➀ Raspberry Pi has announced a 12.3Mpixel AI camera, utilizing Sony's IMX500 intelligent sensor; ➁ The camera supports on-board processing for various neural network models, freeing up the host Raspberry Pi's processor for other tasks; ➂ The sensor module is compatible with the libcamera and Picamera2 libraries, and comes pre-loaded with MobileNetSSD.
➀ Pimoroni has introduced a new wireless development board, Pico Plus 2 W, with the Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller. It features 2.4GHz communication, Bluetooth, and 16Mbyte of flash. The board is designed to maintain compatibility with existing Pico add-ons.
➁ The RP2350 microcontroller offers dual Cortex-M33 cores and can be booted with RISC-V cores. Performance improvements include up to 2x faster MicroPython tests and 20x faster floating-point number crunching in C/C++.
➂ The board measures 53 x 21 x 9mm and operates on 3 – 5.5V power.
➀ Raspberry Pi Holdings PLC's IPO was a success, raising £179 million; ➁ Revenue soared 61% to $144 million in H1 2024; ➂ Profit jumped to 47% to $34.2 million
➀ Raspberry Pi computers are now officially available in the TME catalogue; ➁ This news is significant for tech enthusiasts and hobbyists; ➂ The availability on TME could lead to increased accessibility for users.
➀ Introduces Tio as a tool for serial device connection on Linux; ➁ Demonstrates installation and basic usage of Tio on a Raspberry Pi Pico 2; ➂ Explains how to specify connection settings and log serial data.
➀ Tesla's BEV market share dropped from 19% to 17% in the first five months of 2024; ➁ BYD is just one point behind Tesla at 16%; ➂ The BEV portfolio of legacy automakers like Volkswagen and Geely-Volvo stood at 7 and 8 percent, respectively.
➀ Raspberry Pi computers are now officially available in the TME catalogue; ➁ The range includes a variety of single-board computers, peripherals, and accessories; ➂ The article details the specifications and applications of different Raspberry Pi models and modules.
➀ The Radxa X4 attempts to be a Raspberry Pi alternative but falls short in unleashing the full power of the N100 CPU. ➁ It boasts a powerful x86 CPU and Pi-like form factor, but lacks full CPU power and requires more power. ➃ The board is too large for standard Raspberry Pi cases and has cooling and power consumption concerns.
➀ The UK Bebras Challenge, a STEM computing competition, is now open for registrations for 2024; ➁ Organized by the Raspberry Pi Foundation and delivered in partnership with the University of Oxford, the challenge aims to sharpen kids’ computational thinking through interactive tasks; ➂ The competition is free to enter and tailored for students with severe sight impairments.
➀ Raspberry Pi products are now officially available in the TME catalogue, enhancing accessibility. ➁ The catalogue includes a wide range of Raspberry Pi products, from single-board computers to accessories and specialized solutions. ➂ This inclusion broadens the reach of Raspberry Pi, benefiting educators, hobbyists, and professionals globally.
➀ Brendan McGrath created a project using a Raspberry Pi Pico to control level crossing lights for his model trains, enhancing realism with beam-break sensors. ➁ The project uses MicroPython and is detailed in a YouTube video, allowing viewers to see the setup and source code. ➂ This project showcases the versatility of Raspberry Pi in hobbyist electronics and model train setups.
➀ Pico Jumbo is a larger version of the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, designed for educational purposes and comedy use. ➁ It features oversized components for better visibility and easier debugging in classrooms. ➂ The device supports various programming languages and can be used with croc clips or screws for secure connections.
➀ A startup in Italy has developed an affordable underwater communication kit using Raspberry Pi, reducing the cost from over $10,000 to $400. ➁ The SubSeaPulse SRL venture aims to make underwater communication more accessible by replacing expensive modems and transducers with Raspberry Pi-based solutions. ➂ This innovation could open up new research opportunities in areas like climate change and pollution monitoring.
➀ A Raspberry Pi-powered RC tank that shoots bubbles at targets using AI. ➁ The tank integrates Raspberry Pi 4 for machine learning and an Arduino Nano for physical control. ➂ The design includes a bubble solution compartment and a blowing mechanism controlled by a fan.
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.