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1 week ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
Maxlab launched the Tokay Lite in 2023, an open-source ESP32 camera with 2MP video at 15 FPS and edge AI features like facial recognition. The new Tokay Pro upgrades to an NXP i.MX 8M Plus for real-time detection, modular sensors, and high-res video in industrial applications. Tokay Pro integrates the DART-MX8M-PLUS System-on-Module from Variscite, featuring a 1.8GHz quad-core Cortex-A53, an 800MHz Cortex-M7, and a 2.3 TOPS Neural Processing Unit.
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1 week ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
This week, OrangePi introduced the R2S, a compact board for embedded networking and gateway applications, running OpenWRT by default. Key features include dual 2.5G Ethernet ports, dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, and USB Type-C power input. The OrangePi R2S is powered by the Ky X1 8-core RISC-V AI processor, the same chip found in the OrangePi RV2 released earlier this year.
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1 week ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
The Gemini 435Le is Orbbec’s newest 3D camera, designed to deliver robust, high-precision depth sensing for demanding industrial and outdoor robotics environments. Engineered with industrial-grade construction and IP67 protection, it supports logistics automation, robotic arms, and autonomous mobile robots operating in variable and dynamic conditions.
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1 week ago | 
lxer.com | Giorgio Mendoza
Luckfox has just launched a new development board with a form factor similar to the Raspberry Pi Zero, but based on the Rockchip RK3506B system-on-chip. The Lyra Zero W is designed to offer a low-cost, compact solution for embedded Linux development, priced at $16.99. The Lyra Zero W uses the Rockchip RK3506B processor, which integrates a triple-core Arm Cortex-A7 running at 1.2 GHz alongside a Cortex-M0 coprocessor.
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2 weeks ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
Luckfox has just launched a new development board with a form factor similar to the Raspberry Pi Zero, but based on the Rockchip RK3506B system-on-chip. The Lyra Zero W is designed to offer a low-cost, compact solution for embedded Linux development, priced at $16.99. The Lyra Zero W uses the Rockchip RK3506B processor, which integrates a triple-core Arm Cortex-A7 running at 1.2 GHz alongside a Cortex-M0 coprocessor.
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2 weeks ago | 
lxer.com | Giorgio Mendoza
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 is an upcoming compact development board designed for real-time image processing, video streaming, and wireless communication. It targets HMI applications such as digital photo frames, security systems, home control panels, and smart doorbells. The board is built around the ESP32-P4R32 microcontroller, which features a dual-core 400 MHz RISC-V processor for high-performance tasks and a 40 MHz single-core RISC-V processor for low-power operation.
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2 weeks ago | 
lxer.com | Giorgio Mendoza
The Nucleo N657X0-Q is a development board from STMicroelectronics built around the STM32N657 microcontroller. Part of the Nucleo-144 family, it offers a compact form factor and a variety of expansion options for prototyping and evaluation across different power and performance needs.
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2 weeks ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
Tria, an Avnet company focused on embedded compute platforms, has introduced a new lineup of Qualcomm-powered SoMs. Based on Snapdragon and QCS series processors, the modules support scalable designs using standards like OSM, SMARC, COM-HPC, and COM Express for applications in automation, edge AI, medical systems, and more. The MSC OSM-LF-IQ615 module adopts the OSM 1.2 Size-L format and integrates Qualcomm’s Dragonwing IQ-615 processor.
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2 weeks ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
The FireBeetle 2 ESP32-P4 is an upcoming compact development board designed for real-time image processing, video streaming, and wireless communication. It targets HMI applications such as digital photo frames, security systems, home control panels, and smart doorbells. The board is built around the ESP32-P4R32 microcontroller, which features a dual-core 400 MHz RISC-V processor for high-performance tasks and a 40 MHz single-core RISC-V processor for low-power operation.
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2 weeks ago | 
linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza
GigaDevice has launched the GD32C231 series, a new line of 32-bit microcontrollers based on the Arm Cortex-M23 core. Designed for entry-level embedded applications, the series balances performance, power efficiency, and cost, particularly for compact or battery-powered products. The GD32C231 targets use cases such as home appliances, battery management systems, small-screen displays, handheld consumer devices, industrial control subsystems, and automotive aftermarket systems.
