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The Arduboy Mini Is a Hackable Gaming Platform That’s About As Big as Two Quarters
The original Arduboy made headlines as a credit card-sized handheld you could keep tucked away in your wallet for gaming emergencies, but it was also a great way to get started coding through the Arduino platform. The Arduboy Mini offers the same experience — 8-bit gaming and portability — in an even smaller device. It’s…
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The Most Wonderfully Over-Engineered Way to Fix a Broken Clock
There’s an old proverb that says, if it’s not broke, don’t fix it. But as ‘Developer Hendrik’ demonstrates on Instagram, even if it is broken, you don’t necessarily need to repair it if you’ve got the skills to program a tiny robotic arm to help an object like a busted clock carry on its important,…
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These Tiny Chips Give Your DIY Projects Worldwide Cellular Connectivity
Particle is a component company for hobbyists and IT specialists that makes network-connected parts for DIY projects. For years they made mostly wifi devices, allowing users to connect things like robots and 3D printers to the internet. Now, they’ve announced a new system that offers global cellular connectivity for the price of the hardware.
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You’ll Need a Microscope to Play This Inch-Tall Game Boy Clone
When the original Game Boy arrived, so did hundreds of accessories designed to improve its gameplay experience, including oversized lenses to help magnify its small screen. For the Arduboy Nano, however, you’ll have a better chance at getting the next high score if you stick it under a microscope.