Adafruit Releases ESP32-S2 TFT Feather Board with Wi-Fi And Built-in Native USB


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Adafruit feather boards have been successful in fulfilling the demands of the maker community. Yet another Adafruit ESP32-based TFT panel-mounted feather board with the support for CircuitPython or Arduino. Onboard IPS TFT color display gives you the flexibility to work on a 240 x 135 pixel density panel for mini gaming applications. In addition to […]

$25 DSTIKE USB KEEPER Now Available For Order


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Independent hardware Developer, Travis Lin, has just designed and launched his newest device with the product name, DSTIKE USB KEEPER. The board is designed to function as an input device to a personal computer (PC) and an integrated USB HID Arduino board for project developments. The DSTIKE USB KEEPER can operate as a keyboard for […]

Meet CH9102F, a Low-Cost Alternative to CP2104 USB-to-UART Bridge


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As the applications of USB interfaces on computers, MCU boards, devices, and other I/O peripherals increases, there’s a parallel increase in demand for cost-effective and high-power USB bus converters for serial and parallel interfaces. CH9102F, a low-cost USB to high-speed serial port chip manufactured by Nanjing Qinheng Microelectronics, is one of such. The CH9102F is […]

Maxim Integrated 3A Automotive Hi-Speed USB Protectors


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Maxim Integrated 3A Automotive Hi-Speed USB Protectors provide high-ESD and short-circuit protection for low-voltage internal USB data and USB power line. The protectors are ideal for use in automotive radio, navigation, connectivity, and USB hub applications. The devices support Hi-Speed USB (480Mbps) and full-speed USB (12Mbps) operation. The devices also include integrated circuitry to enable fast […]

Meet LUNA; A Multi-tool for Building, Hacking and Analyzing USB Devices


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Despite its popularity, the developments of USB-based devices are characterized by diverse challenges ranging from specialized and expensive tools to complicated software. To solve this, Colorado-based open-source hardware manufacture; Great Scott Gadgets, recently started working on LUNA; a multi-purpose tool for USB devices development. Designed as a “swiss army knife” solution for all things USB […]

Andonstar AD407 HDMI Digital USB Microscope Review


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Introduction Digital USB microscopes are widely available from various manufactures, are low-cost, and ideal for home or business use. They are USB-powered microscopes that can directly be connected to the computer’s USB port or USB adapter. They are a variation of a traditional optical microscope that uses optics and a digital camera to output an […]

Arduino Leonardo Board Features USB Human Interface Device


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Arduino is an open-source electronics prototyping platform based on flexible, easy-to-use hardware and software. For programming, the previous version of Arduinos required a serial port connection to your computer. As the platform evolved, using a USB conversion chip was only a slight improvement over using a serial connection. Although it removed the need for a […]

ReVolt: An eco-firendly design for replacing small batteries


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The AA and AAA-sized batteries provide power to our everyday handheld devices like radio, remote control, gamepads, synths, etc. Most of these batteries used are non-rechargeable, and one has to dispose of them after their usage. According to a report, more than 80% of zinc-carbon cells end up in a landfill. The improper disposal of […]

NCH6300HV high voltage DC-DC power booster for nixie displays


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Nixie tube is an electronic device for displaying numerals or other information using glow discharge. A potential difference is applied between two electrodes in a glass tube containing low-pressure gas. The flow of electric current through the gas makes plasma. This phenomenon is called glow discharge. First introduced in 1955, the Nixie displays are legendary. […]

zzh!: CC2652R based development board for multiprotocol RF tinkering


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We are all aware of the multiprotocol RF shields for Arduino development boards. These RF shields gave RF capabilities to the board and made them compatible with the modules such as RFID, XBee, or Bluetooth. Electrolama, based in the United Kingdom, released a tiny “USB stick” form-factor development board for multiprotocol RF tinkering. The stick […]