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Maker Board Spotlight: Rock Pi X
The Rock Pi X is a sub $100 x86 single-board computer. Is it the cheap desktop replacement we've been waiting for?
Maker Board Spotlight: Rock960
The Rock960 is a great maker board powered by an RK3399 SoC. WIth a powerful NPU, machine learning and artificial intelligence processing, plus Android and Linux support, the Rock960 is an excellent single-board computer. But should you get one? Find out in our look at the Rock960 SBC!
Microcontroller or Microprocessor: Which is Right for Your New Product?
Microcontrollers and microprocessors both offer a lot of benefits. While they can accomplish a lot of the same tasks, they're ultimately different devices with different applications. Find out which is right for your product, an MCU or MPU!
Maker Board Spotlight: Toybrick RK3399Pro Development Kit
The Toybrick RK3399Pro Dev Kit is a powerful artificial intelligence capable single-board computer with an RK3399Pro SoC at its core. Learn all about the Toybrick RK3399Pro, from what it is to whether you should get one and what it can do!
How to Set Up an ESP32 Wireless Microcontroller as a General Purpose Processor Using the Arduino IDE
Learn how to use an ESP32 wireless microcontroller as a general purpose processor using the Arduino IDE!
Maker Board Spotlight: Nordic nRF5340 DK
The Nordic nRF5340 DK is a powerful development board that features top-notch connectivity including BLE, Mesh, Zigbee, NFC, and Thread. As such, it's a great board for smart home IoT projects. But should you buy one? Learn if the Nordic nRF5340 DK is right for you in our hands-on review!
Best SBC for AI - Single Board Computer for Artificial Intelligence
Looking to get started using your single-board computer for artificial intelligence? These are the best SBCs for AI, featuring NPUs, TOPS, and more for machine learning, deep learning, object identification, and a ton of other artificial intelligence applications!
Best SBCs for Chrome OS
Check out the best SBCs for Chrome OS, from the Raspberry Pi and the ASUS Tinker Board to the RockPro64. While many single-board computers run Linux and Android, Chrome OS is a great alternative that's compatible with many maker boards. These are the best single-board computers for Chrome OS!
Best Maker Podcasts
Check out the best maker podcasts available for audio discussions of Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and other DIY topics! These are the top must-listen maker, tech, DIY, and embedded electronics podcasts you can download!
NVIDIA Releases Jetson AGX Xavier Industrial Module
NVIDIA has released its Jetson AGX Xavier industrial module that's compatible with the Jetson AGX Xavier and features up to 20-times the performance and four-times the memory of the Jetson TX2i.
The Best SBCs for Android
While many single-board computers run Linux, Android is a great option for maker boards as well. Discover the best SBC for Android, from the Odroid XU4 to the ASUS Tinker Board and everything in between! These are the best single-board computers for running Android OSes!
Best Maker YouTube Channels to Follow
YouTube can be a great learning tool. But to use it properly, you'll want to follow the right channels. Here are the best must-follow maker and DIY channels to learn about everything from Raspberry Pi and Arduino to 3D printing and everything in between!
Best Electromaker Community Projects May 2021 Edition
Check out the best Electromaker community projects uploaded in May 2021! From autonomous vehicles to a Raspberry Pi SpaceX launch tracker, NVIDIA Jetson Nano COVID-19 mask detector, and an AI music maker, these are the top maker, tech, DIY, and IoT electronics projects from May, 2021!
BeagleBone Black Specs and More
Learn all about the BeagleBoard BeagleBone Black and BeagleBone Black Wireless. These SBCs are great for embedded applications, IoT projects, digital signage and more!
The Best Kodi Raspberry Pi Distros for a Raspberry Pi Media Center
Check out the best Kodi Raspberry Pi distros, from LibreELEC, OpenELEC, Xbian, and RetroPie to Recalbox and everything in between for Raspberry Pi media player use! These are the top Kodi Raspberry Pi distros for an HTPC.
Steam Raspberry Pi Streaming: How to Install the Steam Link App For Raspberry Pi
The Steam Link app for Raspberry Pi provides Steam Raspberry Pi streaming via an official app in addition to Moonlight game streaming.
Best Single-Board Computers for Every Use and Budget in 2021
Check out the best single-board computers you can buy in 2021 for all uses and budgets! From ARM SBCs to x86 single board computers that run Windows, SBCs for gaming, the fastest single board computer, and everything in-between, here are the best SBCs to fit your needs!
What is a PCB
Learn all about PCBs, from what a printed circuit board is to the different types of PCBs that exist, how a printed circuit board is made, and how PCBs are used in the real-world!