- 2026-11-13
CoolMaker Lab has released an open-source, Home Assistant-compatible ESP32 4-channel PWM fan controller designed for server racks and NAS systems. The board independently manages up to four 4-pin PWM fans, offering precise speed adjustment and RPM monitoring for DIY enclosures and network cabinets. The controller util…
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- 2026-11-12
The Baochip-1x is a mostly-open system on chip designed for high assurance applications. It targets users who require more than standard commercial microcontrollers or SoCs from common vendors. The device represents a shift towards open hardware in the semiconductor space. Most developers are satisfied with off-the-sh…
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- 2026-11-12
WeAct Studio has released the Logic Analyzer V2, a low-cost board based on the WCH CH32H417 microcontroller. Priced at $10, this compact device functions as a 16-channel logic analyzer with a bandwidth of up to 200 MHz. It connects via a USB 3.0 Type-C port and is compatible with Sigrok and Pulseview software forks. T…
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- 2026-11-12
Lumissil Microsystems introduces the IS31CS9202 and IS32CS9202, 50 MHz Cortex-M0+ microcontrollers designed for industrial, consumer, and automotive applications. These chips integrate a serial video bus, a LumiBus LED controller, and a capacitive touch-key controller to support complex interface requirements. Both va…
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- 2026-11-11
AAElectronics has launched LocalDot, an open-source replacement mainboard that converts a 3rd-generation Amazon Echo Dot into a local voice assistant compatible with Home Assistant. The board replaces one of the two original PCBs while reusing the existing microphones, speaker, buttons, LEDs, and enclosure, ensuring t…
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- 2026-11-10
Raspberry Pi has inadvertently disclosed hardware specifications for the upcoming Pi Zero 3W through a published DeviceTree file. This technical artifact, intended for system configuration, contains detailed descriptions of the board's components, effectively leaking information prior to an official announcement. The …
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- 2026-11-10
Arduino has announced an expansion of its Nano board family, introducing new XL variants. The announcement was made during electronica 2026, held in Munich from November 10 to 13, 2026. This update targets the existing ecosystem, aiming to build upon the capabilities of the current Nano line. The Nano series remains o…
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- 2026-11-10
DomeCtrl’s ControlBox is a Raspberry Pi 5-based controller running Home Assistant, primarily designed for hydronic radiant floor heating systems. The device targets residential automation, supporting lighting solutions and integration with energy devices such as solar collectors, photovoltaic installations, heat pumps…
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- 2026-11-10
STMicroelectronics has introduced the STM32G5 series, a family of mixed-signal microcontrollers operating at 280 MHz. These Arm Cortex-M33 based MCUs target industrial power supplies, photovoltaic inverters, EV chargers, robotics, and motor control systems. The new family doubles the performance of the STM32G4 series …
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- 2026-11-09
The Sudopi Zer0 is an open source Linux handheld terminal developed by Signals Circuits, based on the Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W. This project integrates the single-board computer into a custom case that houses all necessary peripherals, eliminating the need for external accessories. The device functions as a standalone un…
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