Single Board Computing

Extended Temperature Range for Compute Module 4 Raspberry Pi Expands Compute Module 4 Lineup with Extended Temperature Range

Raspberry Pi has announced new variants of the Compute Module 4 (CM4) with an extended operating temperature range, making them suitable for more demanding environments. While Raspberry Pi devices were originally designed for education, they are now widely used in industrial and embedded applications, where they must operate reliably under extreme conditions. The standard CM4 has been…

PocketBeagle 2 BeagleBoard’s PocketBeagle 2 is Now Available, Featuring TI's AM6232 Dual Core SoC

BeagleBoard has introduced the PocketBeagle 2, a compact and affordable single-board computer (SBC) designed for developers, students, and hobbyists. It retains the small form factor of its predecessor, measuring 55 x 35 mm while improving performance and features. With a focus on embedded applications, IoT devices, and education, the PocketBeagle 2 offers an efficient platform for prototyping…

Raspberry Pi 5 16GB Variant Raspberry Pi 5 with 16GB RAM Now on Sale for $120: Worth the Upgrade?

Raspberry Pi has just launched the 16GB RAM variant of the Pi 5, priced at $120. This marks a major step up in the Pi lineup, offering users significantly more memory than the previous 4GB and 8GB versions. The upgraded memory opens the door to a variety of more demanding applications, making it suitable for users who need more than just basic computing. Whether you're multitasking with…

Mecha Comet: A Modular and Open-Source Linux Handheld Modular and Open-Source Handheld Linux Computer

Mecha Comet is a modular Linux handheld computer developed by Mecha Systems Inc. It was showcased at CES 2025, highlighting its focus on flexibility, repairability, and open-source design. The device runs Mechanix OS, a Debian-based operating system with a user interface built in Rust for GPU rendering on Wayland. It features a 1.8 GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53 processor, 4GB of RAM, and 32GB…

ESP32 Rainbow: An Opensource, Modular IoT Development Platform ESP32 Rainbow: An Opensource, Modular IoT Development Platform

CMG Research has introduced ESP32 Rainbow, a playful yet powerful IoT development board designed for makers, hobbyists, and developers looking to bring their creative ideas to life. Now available on Crowd Supply, this modular system simplifies prototyping with its stackable design and a variety of add-on modules.  

At its heart is the reliable ESP32-S3 microcontroller, equipped…

Claire Doyle, OKdo's Global SVP - Commercial Electrocomponents plc launches OKdo, to focus on Single Board Computing and Internet of ThingsElectrocomponents plc, the company behind RS Components and Allied Electronics & Automation, has launched OKdo, a new global technology business to focus on single board computing (SBC) and the Internet of Things (IoT). OKdo has one simple focus: to create an outstanding experience for all SBC and IoT customers, whatever their background, goals and ambitions.   It will provide end-to-end…