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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!
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.
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!
How to Install Batocera on Odroid Go Advance
Learn how to install Batocera on the Odroid GO Advance for a DIY portable handheld retro gaming console.
Raspberry Pi OS, Imager Updates - Chromium version 84, PulseAudio, and More
The Raspberry Pi Foundation rolled out major updates to Raspberry Pi OS and the Raspberry Pi Imager in December, 2020. Check out the latest updates including printer support, Chromium version 84, PulseAudio, a more streamlined imager, and more!
LattePanda Alpha Specs and More
The LattePanda Alpha is an x86 SBC that can run Windows 10 as well as full-fledged x86 Linux desktop distros like Ubuntu, Pop!_OS, and Debian. It's powered by an Intel Core M3-8100Y dual-core CPU and an Intel UHD 615 iGPU. Outfitted with M.2 connectors, an Arduino co-processor, and fantastic I/O, the LattePanda Alpha is a powerful single-board computer that boasts desktop-replacement capabilities and can serve several purposes, from digital signage and embedded devices to gaming, emulation, and HTPC use.
Batocera 29 Announced With Support for RPCS3, CEMU, WineHQ, Khadas VIM2, RG351P, and More!
Batocera 29 had been announced and released on December 11, 2020. The open Linux-based retro gaming OS adds support for more emulators including RCPCS, CEMU, WINE, the Khadas VIM2, RG351P, and a slew of other features.
RetroPie vs Recalbox vs Lakka vs Batocera for retro gaming on the Raspberry Pi
Find out which retro gaming OS for the Raspberry Pi is best by comparing RetroPie vs Recalbox vs Lakka vs Batocera.
Best Raspberry Pi Smart Home Software Options
Check out the best Raspberry Pi smart home software options for building Raspberry Pi smart home hubs and getting started with smart home control and automation. Learn all about Raspberry Pi smart home automation, from AI (artificial intelligence) assistants to Linux smart home hubs and more.
How to Install Plex on the RockPro64
The Pine64 RockPro64 is a Rockchip RK3399 SoC powered SBC, and one of the best SBCs for NAS use. Learn how to install Plex on the RockPro64!
How to Make a Raspberry Pi VPN Server
Learn how to make a Raspberry Pi VPN server using OpenVPN, PiVPN, Surfshark, and WireGuard! You can set up a VPN tunnel for access to your home network while away.
Midweek Maker Update for May 20th 2020
Check out the latest maker news and updates for the week of May 20, 2020 featuring the release of Nvidia Jetson Xavier NX dev kits, Pine64 PineTab Linux tablet pre-orders, NXP Bluetooth modules, Nintendo Switch shortages, and more!
Create Your Own Spotify with a Raspberry Pi - Raspberry Pi Music Server Software
The Raspberry Pi is a beefy yet tiny single-board computer. Learn how to make a DIY Spotify and make your own Raspberry Pi NAS music server! You can use a ton of different options such as Subsonic, Plex, and more.
How to Create a Retro Arcade with RetroPie
Raspberry Pi boards offer loads of uses for do-it-yourself (DIY) projects. One of the easiest and most gratifying is creating a retro gaming machine.
How to Install Plasma Bigscreen OS for the Raspberry Pi 4 - Review and Tutorial
Learn how to install Plasma Bigscreen OS for the Raspberry Pi 4! This KDE-based Linux operating system is a DIY smart TV OS for the Pi4 that includes a ten-foot interface and Mycroft AI smart voice assistant for a smart home hub and entertainment PC all-in-one.
Coronavirus Inspires Maker, Tech Innovation
While the coronavirus is truly nasty, makers and the tech industry are reacting positively. DIYers have concocted clever projects in response to the coronavirus, and the tech industry as a whole is embracing remote work.
In Defense of RetroPie: Why Emulation is Important
While we often joke about everyone simply running RetroPie on their Raspberry Pi, there's a reason why emulation is important. From a preservationist perspective, retro gaming emulation offers a means of ensuring the longevity of games.