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Hoymiles has launched the HiFlow Pro plug-in solar micro-inverter, designed to reduce the friction of renewable adoption by offering a plug-and-play solution that's both convenient and UL3700-certified.

Raspberry Pi has published a free guide to building a portable cyberdeck using a Raspberry Pi 5, rugged case, touchscreen and other off-the-shelf components. The company also offers plenty of ideas for customizing the DIY mini-PC for different tasks.

Featuring an optional keyboard and LoRa support for off-grid communication without Wi-Fi or cellular networks, LilyGo's K230 Kit is a mobile RISC-V handheld platform designed for fast text entry.

The Framework Laptop 13 Pro is the company's most powerful notebook. The machine can be had with either Windows or Ubuntu out of the box. Framework has revealed that most people who choose Ubuntu for the Laptop 13 Pro tend to stick to the OS.

Framework recently launched the new Framework Laptop 12 with the latest Intel Wildcat Lake Core Series 3 CPUs, a fingerprint reader, and more. Framework has announced that the new Linux-based Laptop 12 is massively outselling the Windows variant.

A developer has managed to boot Fedora 44 on the Fairphone 6, bringing a desktop-oriented Linux distribution to a smartphone already available with Android-based /e/OS. The latest demonstration confirms all three cameras are fully operational.

Framework has updated the Laptop 12 2-in-1 convertible laptop with the new Intel Core Series 3 Wildcat Lake processors. The Framework Laptop 12 retains the chassis, 12.2-inch display, and speakers of the original Laptop 12, but brings some notable improvements.

Compact, affordable, and compatible with standard rechargeable cells, the Pi-Ener-lite expansion board temporarily frees the Raspberry Pi Zero from wall power. This makes it a compelling option for power-critical DIY projects.

A YouTuber has built a compact gaming console with a working cartridge slot and spring-loaded eject button around a Geekom IT13 MAX mini PC. The 3D-printed cartridges hold no games, only NFC tags that an ESP32 reads over USB serial to launch the matching title from Steam.

YouTuber ETA Prime managed to considerably increase the performance of the Valve Steam Machine by connecting a desktop AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT to the console. The result of the mod was that the Steam Machine could play AAA titles like Cyberpunk 2077 at 4K.

A new starter kit offers an accessible entry point into custom home automation, combining modular flexibility with freedom from vendor lock-in.

Designed for demanding materials while remaining beginner-friendly: A relatively compact CNC system engineered to machine hard materials is currently available at a significant crowdfunding discount. The InfiMaker K1 also integrates AI-assisted features to streamline operation.

Revopoint’s Back-to-School Sale bringing limited-time discounts on selected 3D scanners - the perfect opportunity to save up to 20 percent.

A modder in the PcBuild Reddit community has successfully watercooled a Steam Machine. It was only a matter of time till someone attempted this, and the creation resembles Bane from the comics with all the tubes sticking out.

Resembling a classic feature phone, the Elecrow ThinkNode M9 enables long-range messaging without requiring a cellular network. However, the budget-friendly device cannot be used for traditional voice calls.

A new development board enables free long-range communication independent of LTE or 5G networks. The T-Echo Card also features GNSS capabilities and an integrated display.

A Hong Kong-based eBay seller is offering modified Nvidia RTX 2080 Ti graphics cards with 22GB of GDDR6 memory for about $500, targeting AI users seeking high VRAM capacity at a lower price.

The Qidi Plus5 is a new enclosed 3D printer featuring a large build volume and multi-filament support. Designed to process engineering-grade materials, the model is built for producing particularly robust parts.

LightMake is launching two 3D printers, the L4 and the L1, with the former being the premium four-toolhead offering. It is an expensive piece of kit and comes with linear motors rather than a belt-driven gantry.

A new ShadPS4 patch brings the PS4-exclusive racer DriveClub to PC at up to 8K resolution, 60 FPS, and uncapped frame rates. The upgrade revitalizes Evolution Studios’ acclaimed visuals, delivering the remaster-like experience Sony never released.

We took a detailed look at the Cutting Upgrade Kit for the Bambu Lab A2L. The module is relatively inexpensive, easy to use, and offers real added value.

Combining E-Ink technology with broad functionality, the CrowPanel ESP32 smart display is designed for home automation and commercial applications, offering support for external sensors and actuators.

Powered by a Raspberry Pi microcontroller, this DIY timepiece offers plenty of room for customization while remaining relatively simple to assemble. Its design relies on a compact touchscreen display that directly integrates the processing hardware.

Developer Ardi Loot found a $30 solution to a $500 HVAC problem and then made it open source. This DIY airflow meter gives pro-level results without the pro-level price tag.

The Sticky is a versatile new compact E-Ink display tailored for family use, featuring support for touch input.

The Flipper Zero undoubtedly popularized pocket hardware hacking, but its tiny directional pad, monochrome screen, and "toy" interface can feel restrictive during serious debugging. ESP32-Bus-Pirate offers a more flexible and substantially cheaper alternative.

Apple Upgrade is now live in the US. Users can now use the service to lease an iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch, or iPad for a monthly fee for a set term. At the end of the term, users can return the device they've leased and upgrade to something new. Framework apparently hates this system.

Prusa’s PETG filaments have got two new colors, Noctua Beige and Noctua Brown. This will allow 3D printing hobbyists and enthusiasts to print tougher parts to match their Noctua fans.

Initial reviews of the Framework Laptop 13 Pro are now online. Many outlets report that the Framework Laptop 13 Pro manages to improve upon the battery life of the non-Pro Framework Laptop 13 which, in some configurations, is rather weak by modern standards.

With the HeyGears G1, the manufacturer aims to combine three distinct functions in a single device, making the system particularly appealing to makers who want to go beyond standard 3D or UV printing.

Elegoo has launched a single-filament dryer similar to some third-party options available on the market. It is a standalone dryer that will work with any 3D printer or filament spool.

Framework has nearly doubled Laptop 13 Pro LPCAMM2 memory prices, raising 32GB modules to $800 and 64GB modules to $1,600 after an unexpected supplier cost surge. CEO Nirav Patel warned that absorbing the increase would threaten the company’s finances, prompting configuration changes for some pre-orders while Framework targets a late-July launch.

Framework has previewed the latest iteration of the Framework Desktop PC at AMD's Advancing AI event. The Framework Desktop is a small 4.1-litre mini-ITX PC that is powered by the Ryzen AI Max "Halo" APUs. The newest iteration brings the Ryzen AI Max+ Pro 495.

Creality has launched the Pika 3D scanner, which is just 100x60x35mm in size. While it doesn’t come with the post-processing capabilities of the Sermoon P1, there is a screen for an easier scanning experience.

DreamSTer brings experimental Sega Dreamcast support to MiSTer by splitting emulation workloads between the DE10-Nano’s ARM processor and an FPGA-based PowerVR2 graphics implementation. Although compatibility, performance, and HDMI output remain limited, rapid community development is moving the project beyond its proof-of-concept stage.

The same modder who created the PS4 handheld earlier this year has improved on the design with a V2. The new shell is more compact and seemingly more ergonomic, with a GTX 750 fan on the back.

A new, compact HMI display from Elecrow offers a solid feature set for makers looking to build a custom smartwatch. While a microphone and speaker are integrated out of the box, developers will have to compromise on certain health and navigation sensors.

Castor, a new open-source Go CLI tool, casts web video straight to smart TVs at full quality, completely bypassing screen-mirroring lag. It extracts and transcodes streams for DLNA-compatible TVs, now available on GitHub at version 1.4.1.

Newegg has now discounted a fantastic CPU + motherboard + DDR5 RAM bundle. The combo brings the new Ryzen 7 7700X3D CPU, the Gigabyte B650E Eagle motherboard, and a 16 GB stick of G.Skill Flare X5 DDR5-6000 memory at a $203 discount.

Modder Brendan “Game of Tobi” Tobias has demonstrated an early native Nintendo 3DS port of The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess, with basic exploration already functional but significant optimization and bug fixes still required.

Insta360 and Bambu Lab have launched the Luna Ultra Design Challenge, offering 40 awards for creative 3D‑printed add‑ons, mods, and design concepts. Model files for the camera are available on MakerWorld. Top winners will receive the Luna Ultra, a Bambu printer, and potential commercialization of their designs.

Waveshare’s compact new development board features an integrated touch display and comprehensive wireless connectivity. Powered by the ESP32-C5 SoC, the model is designed for intuitive operation in smart home and IoT projects.

A developer is giving his home AI, Hana, a physical body one sensor at a time, starting from a self-correcting spatial camera map to health attachments (like a pulse oximeter), with hardware-level safety limits blocking anything serious, like autonomous control of water valves and gates.

Versatile and open by design, this new handheld is based on the Raspberry Pi and features an integrated keyboard. It supports multiple Raspberry Pi versions, although not the more powerful variants of the single-board computer.

The O1 Omni Printer is a 4-in-1 printer recently launched by xTool. As the name suggests, it can work with a wide range of materials, including fabrics, letting you turn your ideas into reality for both DIY and commercial projects.

For a wide range of applications, including smart homes: A relatively affordable smart display supports wireless data transmission, features an IPS panel, and supports touch input. The model is based on an ESP32-S3.

ETA Prime’s teardown of Valve’s $1,428 Steam Machine shows a compact SteamOS gaming PC that is moderately serviceable, with accessible storage but more involved disassembly required to reach the RAM.