Direct MP3 Download: MiniPC Show #92 – Atomic Pi Update, Pine pro, Pine Tab and Pine Phone and Up Extreme aka No Raspberry Pi News
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Notes:
Meet the Jetson Nano, the $99 mini AI computer from Nvidia
Recap: Nvidia is bring AI to the masses with its new Jetson Nano Development Kit. The Jetson Nano, which packs a serious punch for such a small device, will rival the Raspberry Pi in the mini-computer space. The Nano uses Nvidia’s JetPack AI SDK, enabling users to test and experiment with new AI.
https://www.techspot.com/news/79263-meet-jetson-nano-99-mini-ai-computer-nvidia.html
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Jetson Nano Developer Kit
The power of modern AI is now available for makers, learners, and embedded developers everywhere, for just $99.
https://developer.nvidia.com/embedded/buy/jetson-nano-devkit
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Root password is absolutely required
I have seen a few places that claim there is no password for Root. However, to change the time, update software, and any number of other things, the password for root is requested. I have tried changing the password in the bios and in the users and groups section with no luck.
https://dlidirect.com/community/champ/forums/1778-atomic-pi-user-forum/topics/4873-root-password-is-absolutely-required
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Creating a microSD Ubuntu Mint (Cinnamon) Boot Drive for new Atomic Pi
I have recently received an Atomic Pi from its Kickstarter. And while the pre-installed Lubuntu image was adequate, I wanted to try something more mainstream and also see if I could recreate the Linux hardware support for GPIO and other items on its Kickstarter associated breakout board.
https://github.crookster.org/creating-a-microsd-ubuntu-mint-boot-drive-for-atomic-pi/
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Atomic Pi FIrst Look! $36 X86 Single Board Computer
The atomic Pi is an awesome $35 x86 based single board computer, it will run Linux windows android and a ton of other operating systems.With 2GB DDR3 and an Intel Atom x8350 quad-core CPU, this is a must buy at $35 USD!In this video, I test out some video playback web browsing image editing and Emul
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rywLHa1i9yk
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Atomic Pi Case with Baby Breakout
Case for the Atomic Pi Single Board Computer created in Fusion360 Steps to assemble: 1 – Print “Wall” (top piece) with no supports needed 2 – Print “Bottom” piece with supports (they’re only used on the countersunk holes) 3 – Attach the Atomic Pi to the Wall piece with 3mm x 6mm hex cap screws.
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3626470
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Libre Computer Board AML-S905X-CC (Le Potato) 2GB 64-bit 4K Media Mini Computer
HIGH PERFORMANCE DESIGN: Quad 64-bit 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 Processors, 4K Ultra HD ARM Mali-450 750MHz GPU, 2GB of High Bandwidth DDR3, 4K 60FPS High Dynamic Range Display Engine for H.265 HEVC, H.264 AVC, VP9 Hardware Decoding and 1080P 60FPS H.264 Harware Encoding, Up to 50% faster than Raspberry Pi 3.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074P6BNGZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_y8J.Cb96HB77K
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Upcoming Product: Pinebook Pro New Details
The first of these is that Pinebook Pro has been upgraded with a BT/WiFi module that supports Bluetooth to 5.0 (vs announced BT 4.1) and secondly we’ve asked for improvements to the firmware of the trackpad.
https://ameridroid.com/blogs/ameriblogs/upcoming-product
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ToyBrick RK3399Pro Board Shown to Outperform Jetson Nano SBC
NVIDIA created a lot of buzz when they released $99 Jetson Nano SBC featuring a 128-core Maxwell GPU, and said to deliver 472 GFLOPS of compute performance for running modern AI workloads with a power consumption of around 5 watts.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2019/05/15/toybrick-rk3399pro-board-shown-to-outperform-jetson-nano-sbc/
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Pleroma Hosting on Raspberry Pi
Would you like to be your own social network provider? I just wanted to try something new. After looking at Friendica and the PHP based Hubzilla (and its successor Zap) I thought I’d try Pleroma.
https://feneas.org/pleroma-hosting-on-raspberry-pi/
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Manjaro ARM Preview1 for RockPro64
The ROCKPro64 is the most powerful single board computer on offer from PINE64, featuring a Rockchip RK3399 hexa-core SOC as well as a quad-core Mali-T860MP4 and up-to 4GB of dual-channel LPDDR4 system memory. Moreover, the board comes packed with features, including an USB 3.
https://forum.manjaro.org/t/manjaro-arm-preview1-for-rockpro64/88287
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ASUS Tinker Edge T & CR1S-CM-A SBC to Feature Google Coral Edge TPU & NXP i.MX 8M Processor
ASUS and Google have now partnered to bring more solutions powered by Coral Edge TPU namely ASUS Tinker Edge T board for makers and hobbyists, CR1S-CM-A SBC for industrial projects, and even a full computer fitted with a Google Edge TPU PCIe card.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2019/05/29/asus-tinker-edge-t-cr1s-cm-a-sbc-google-coral-edge-tpu-nxp-i-mx-8m-processor/
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Asus unveils Tinker Board single-board PCs with RK3399Pro and i.MX8M processors
Asus is continuing to expand its line of single-board computers aimed at makers and developers. The original Asus Tinker Board launched in 2017 as a Raspberry Pi-like mini PC powered by a Rockchip RK3288 processor.
https://liliputing.com/2019/05/asus-unveils-tinker-board-single-board-pcs-with-rk3399pro-and-i-mx8m-processors.html
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Pre-production HoneyComb LX2K 16-Core Mini ITX Arm Workstation is up for sale for $550
A few months ago, we wrote that SolidRun was working on ClearFog ITX workstation with an NXP LX2160A 16-core Arm Cortex-A72 processor, support for up to 64GB RAM, and a motherboard following the mini-ITX form factor that would make it an ideal platform as an Arm developer platform.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2019/06/05/buy-honeycomb-lx2k-16-core-mini-itx-arm-workstation/
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The C.H.I.P. computer is back as Popcorn @PopcornComputer
On Kickstarter, the lead engineer of the $9 C.H.I.P. computer and team are introducing new single board computers under the name Popcorn: We are building the next-generation of single board computers. They are simple enough that you can learn what every part and subsystem does.
https://blog.adafruit.com/2019/06/04/the-c-h-i-p-computer-is-back-as-popcorn-popcorncomputer/
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Popcorn SBCs include a Chip reboot plus quad- and octa-core Amlogic models
Source Parts has gone to Kickstarter to reboot the open-spec Chip SBC as a $49 and up “Original Popcorn.” There are also two “Super Popcorn” models that swap the Allwinner GR8 for a quad-core, Cortex-A53 Amlogic S905D or octa-core -A53 S912.
http://linuxgizmos.com/popcorn-sbcs-include-a-chip-reboot-and-quad-and-octa-core-amlogic-models/
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UP Xtreme single board PC with Intel Whiskey Lake hits Kickstarter for €249 and up
As expected, the makers of the UP family of single-board computers have launched a crowdfunding campaign for their most powerful model to date. The UP Xtreme is a 4.8″ x 4.
https://liliputing.com/2019/06/up-xtreme-single-board-pc-with-intel-whiskey-lake-hits-kickstarter-for-e249-and-up.html
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June 2019 News: PinePhone, Pinebook Pro and PineTab
Open. Friendly. Community Driven. As many of you have probably noticed the forum has gotten an update. We’re still tweaking things now that the new layout and features are live, and we’ll continue to monitor your feedback and update things on a need-be basis.
https://www.pine64.org/2019/06/06/june-2019-news-pinephone-pinebook-pro-and-pinetab/
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Nagios Enterprise Monitoring Server
The goal with NEMS Linux is to provide a free, full-featured, up to date drop in Nagios Enterprise Monitoring Server for Raspberry Pi 3 and other SBCs. It has all the bells and whistles while being optimized for solid stability and fast performance.
https://nemslinux.com/
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Facets of the Edge: The Raspberry Pi as an Edge AI Device
Edge computing is not a single technology. Today we begin “Facets of the Edge,” a Data Center Frontier series examining the many components of edge computing, and the infrastructure needed to support them. NEW YORK – “I’m going to challenge many of your beliefs,” says Simon Crosby.
https://datacenterfrontier.com/facets-of-the-edge-the-raspberry-pi-as-an-edge-ai-device/
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UP Xtreme–the latest UP board with Intel® 8th gen Core CPU
When this 15 watt 8th Gen Core processor was introduced at Intel roadmap, our team got excited. Finally we have a ultra low power processor to fit in to a small form factor.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/802007522/up-xtreme-the-latest-up-board-with-intel-8th-gen-core-cpu
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Bloom – Open technologies
Bloom is on a mission to empower the world with open technologies.
https://bloom.sh/
Recap: Nvidia is bring AI to the masses with its new Jetson Nano Development Kit. The Jetson Nano, which packs a serious punch for such a small device, will rival the Raspberry Pi in the mini-computer space. The Nano uses Nvidia’s JetPack AI SDK, enabling users to test and experiment with new AI.
https://www.techspot.com/news/79263-meet-jetson-nano-99-mini-ai-computer-nvidia.html
——
Jetson Nano Developer Kit
The power of modern AI is now available for makers, learners, and embedded developers everywhere, for just $99.
https://developer.nvidia.com/embedded/buy/jetson-nano-devkit
——
Root password is absolutely required
I have seen a few places that claim there is no password for Root. However, to change the time, update software, and any number of other things, the password for root is requested. I have tried changing the password in the bios and in the users and groups section with no luck.
https://dlidirect.com/community/champ/forums/1778-atomic-pi-user-forum/topics/4873-root-password-is-absolutely-required
——
Creating a microSD Ubuntu Mint (Cinnamon) Boot Drive for new Atomic Pi
I have recently received an Atomic Pi from its Kickstarter. And while the pre-installed Lubuntu image was adequate, I wanted to try something more mainstream and also see if I could recreate the Linux hardware support for GPIO and other items on its Kickstarter associated breakout board.
https://github.crookster.org/creating-a-microsd-ubuntu-mint-boot-drive-for-atomic-pi/
——
Atomic Pi FIrst Look! $36 X86 Single Board Computer
The atomic Pi is an awesome $35 x86 based single board computer, it will run Linux windows android and a ton of other operating systems.With 2GB DDR3 and an Intel Atom x8350 quad-core CPU, this is a must buy at $35 USD!In this video, I test out some video playback web browsing image editing and Emul
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rywLHa1i9yk
——
Atomic Pi Case with Baby Breakout
Case for the Atomic Pi Single Board Computer created in Fusion360 Steps to assemble: 1 – Print “Wall” (top piece) with no supports needed 2 – Print “Bottom” piece with supports (they’re only used on the countersunk holes) 3 – Attach the Atomic Pi to the Wall piece with 3mm x 6mm hex cap screws.
https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3626470
——
Libre Computer Board AML-S905X-CC (Le Potato) 2GB 64-bit 4K Media Mini Computer
HIGH PERFORMANCE DESIGN: Quad 64-bit 1.5GHz ARM Cortex-A53 Processors, 4K Ultra HD ARM Mali-450 750MHz GPU, 2GB of High Bandwidth DDR3, 4K 60FPS High Dynamic Range Display Engine for H.265 HEVC, H.264 AVC, VP9 Hardware Decoding and 1080P 60FPS H.264 Harware Encoding, Up to 50% faster than Raspberry Pi 3.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074P6BNGZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_taa_y8J.Cb96HB77K
——
Upcoming Product: Pinebook Pro New Details
The first of these is that Pinebook Pro has been upgraded with a BT/WiFi module that supports Bluetooth to 5.0 (vs announced BT 4.1) and secondly we’ve asked for improvements to the firmware of the trackpad.
https://ameridroid.com/blogs/ameriblogs/upcoming-product
——
ToyBrick RK3399Pro Board Shown to Outperform Jetson Nano SBC
NVIDIA created a lot of buzz when they released $99 Jetson Nano SBC featuring a 128-core Maxwell GPU, and said to deliver 472 GFLOPS of compute performance for running modern AI workloads with a power consumption of around 5 watts.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2019/05/15/toybrick-rk3399pro-board-shown-to-outperform-jetson-nano-sbc/
——
Pleroma Hosting on Raspberry Pi
Would you like to be your own social network provider? I just wanted to try something new. After looking at Friendica and the PHP based Hubzilla (and its successor Zap) I thought I’d try Pleroma.
https://feneas.org/pleroma-hosting-on-raspberry-pi/
——
Manjaro ARM Preview1 for RockPro64
The ROCKPro64 is the most powerful single board computer on offer from PINE64, featuring a Rockchip RK3399 hexa-core SOC as well as a quad-core Mali-T860MP4 and up-to 4GB of dual-channel LPDDR4 system memory. Moreover, the board comes packed with features, including an USB 3.
https://forum.manjaro.org/t/manjaro-arm-preview1-for-rockpro64/88287
——
ASUS Tinker Edge T & CR1S-CM-A SBC to Feature Google Coral Edge TPU & NXP i.MX 8M Processor
ASUS and Google have now partnered to bring more solutions powered by Coral Edge TPU namely ASUS Tinker Edge T board for makers and hobbyists, CR1S-CM-A SBC for industrial projects, and even a full computer fitted with a Google Edge TPU PCIe card.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2019/05/29/asus-tinker-edge-t-cr1s-cm-a-sbc-google-coral-edge-tpu-nxp-i-mx-8m-processor/
——
Asus unveils Tinker Board single-board PCs with RK3399Pro and i.MX8M processors
Asus is continuing to expand its line of single-board computers aimed at makers and developers. The original Asus Tinker Board launched in 2017 as a Raspberry Pi-like mini PC powered by a Rockchip RK3288 processor.
https://liliputing.com/2019/05/asus-unveils-tinker-board-single-board-pcs-with-rk3399pro-and-i-mx8m-processors.html
——
Pre-production HoneyComb LX2K 16-Core Mini ITX Arm Workstation is up for sale for $550
A few months ago, we wrote that SolidRun was working on ClearFog ITX workstation with an NXP LX2160A 16-core Arm Cortex-A72 processor, support for up to 64GB RAM, and a motherboard following the mini-ITX form factor that would make it an ideal platform as an Arm developer platform.
https://www.cnx-software.com/2019/06/05/buy-honeycomb-lx2k-16-core-mini-itx-arm-workstation/
——
The C.H.I.P. computer is back as Popcorn @PopcornComputer
On Kickstarter, the lead engineer of the $9 C.H.I.P. computer and team are introducing new single board computers under the name Popcorn: We are building the next-generation of single board computers. They are simple enough that you can learn what every part and subsystem does.
https://blog.adafruit.com/2019/06/04/the-c-h-i-p-computer-is-back-as-popcorn-popcorncomputer/
——
Popcorn SBCs include a Chip reboot plus quad- and octa-core Amlogic models
Source Parts has gone to Kickstarter to reboot the open-spec Chip SBC as a $49 and up “Original Popcorn.” There are also two “Super Popcorn” models that swap the Allwinner GR8 for a quad-core, Cortex-A53 Amlogic S905D or octa-core -A53 S912.
http://linuxgizmos.com/popcorn-sbcs-include-a-chip-reboot-and-quad-and-octa-core-amlogic-models/
——
UP Xtreme single board PC with Intel Whiskey Lake hits Kickstarter for €249 and up
As expected, the makers of the UP family of single-board computers have launched a crowdfunding campaign for their most powerful model to date. The UP Xtreme is a 4.8″ x 4.
https://liliputing.com/2019/06/up-xtreme-single-board-pc-with-intel-whiskey-lake-hits-kickstarter-for-e249-and-up.html
——
June 2019 News: PinePhone, Pinebook Pro and PineTab
Open. Friendly. Community Driven. As many of you have probably noticed the forum has gotten an update. We’re still tweaking things now that the new layout and features are live, and we’ll continue to monitor your feedback and update things on a need-be basis.
https://www.pine64.org/2019/06/06/june-2019-news-pinephone-pinebook-pro-and-pinetab/
——
Nagios Enterprise Monitoring Server
The goal with NEMS Linux is to provide a free, full-featured, up to date drop in Nagios Enterprise Monitoring Server for Raspberry Pi 3 and other SBCs. It has all the bells and whistles while being optimized for solid stability and fast performance.
https://nemslinux.com/
——
Facets of the Edge: The Raspberry Pi as an Edge AI Device
Edge computing is not a single technology. Today we begin “Facets of the Edge,” a Data Center Frontier series examining the many components of edge computing, and the infrastructure needed to support them. NEW YORK – “I’m going to challenge many of your beliefs,” says Simon Crosby.
https://datacenterfrontier.com/facets-of-the-edge-the-raspberry-pi-as-an-edge-ai-device/
——
UP Xtreme–the latest UP board with Intel® 8th gen Core CPU
When this 15 watt 8th Gen Core processor was introduced at Intel roadmap, our team got excited. Finally we have a ultra low power processor to fit in to a small form factor.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/802007522/up-xtreme-the-latest-up-board-with-intel-8th-gen-core-cpu
——
Bloom – Open technologies
Bloom is on a mission to empower the world with open technologies.
https://bloom.sh/
