MiniPC Show #112 – Under 100$ USD RPI Cluster, Dual LAN RK3328 starts at $24 USD and Move the Raspberry PI root file system to a USB drive

Debian based Mobian Linux OS Brings Librem 5 Phosh Shell to Pinephone

2020 is the year of the Linux phone. Sort of… At least, we now have smartphones that ships with Linux thanks to PinePhone and Librem 5, and several Linux mobile operating systems with Ubuntu Touch based UBPorts, postmarketOS, and others.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/10/debian-based-mobian-linux-os-brings-librem-5-phosh-shell-to-pinephone/

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Mobian Project Wants to Bring Debian GNU/Linux to Mobile Devices

Meet Mobian, a new Open Source project that aims to bring the powerful and very popular Debian GNU/Linux operating system to mobile devices. If you thought for a second that the Linux phone market lacks operating systems you can try, think again as developers are just getting started.

https://9to5linux.com/mobian-project-wants-to-bring-debian-gnu-linux-to-mobile-devices

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Under $100 kit clusters five Raspberry Pi SBCs

8086 Consultancy’s $99 “ClusterCTRL Stack” board-set enables clustering of up to 5x Raspberry Pi boards with support for a 12-24V power supply and dual 5V fans. You can also 3D print a case. 8086 Consultancy has launched a Raspberry Pi clustering kit on Tindie for $99.

http://linuxgizmos.com/under-100-kit-clusters-five-raspberry-pi-sbcs/

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ODROID-N2 Plus SBC Gets Amlogic S922X Rev. C Processor Clocked at up to 2.4 GHz

Announced in February 2019, ODROID-N2 Amlogic S922X SBC launched the following month with 2GB to 4GB RAM, HDMI 2.0 output, Gigabit Ethernet, multiple USB 3.0 ports with pricing starting at $63 making very good value for an hexa-core Cortex-A73/A53 processor.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/16/odroid-n2-plus-sbc-gets-amlogic-s922x-rev-c-processor-clocked-at-up-to-2-4-ghz/

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Dual LAN SBC with RK3328 starts at $24

Radxa’s open-spec, $24-and-up “Rock Pi E” SBC runs Linux on a quad -A53 RK3328 with up to 2GB RAM, microSD, eMMC, USB 3.0, 40-pin GPIO, optional WiFi/BT, and 10/100 and GbE LAN ports with optional PoE.

http://linuxgizmos.com/dual-lan-sbc-with-rk3328-starts-at-24/

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The $24 Rock Pi E is a tiny quad-core computer for headless applications

Radxa’s latest single-board computer is a tiny system that measures just 65mm x 56mm (2.6″ x 2.2″). It’s called the Rock Pi E and it features a Rockchip RK3328, support for up to 2GB of RAM, and an eMMC socket and microSD card reader that you can use for storage.

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/the-24-rock-pi-e-is-a-tiny-quad-core-computer-for-headless-applications.html

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All about the PineTab (Update)

This is a complimentary post to this month’s Community Update – if you haven’t read this month’s news, then I suggest you go back and have a read since we’ve had a handful of interesting announcements.

https://www.pine64.org/2020/07/24/all-about-the-pinetab-update/

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Rock Pi 4C SBC with 4GB RAM, HDMI and DisplayPort Launched for $59 and up

Last October, Radxa unveiled Rock Pi 4C SBC as an update to the company’s Rock Pi 4 SBC, with the same Rockchip RK3399 hexa-core processor, 4GB RAM, but instead of providing one HDMI output only, Rock Pi 4C board offers two video output just like Raspberry Pi 4 board, but with a twist, since it co

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/25/buy-rock-pi-4c-sbc-with-4gb-ram-hdmi-and-displayport/

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UP Xtreme Lite SBC offers more affordable Whiskey Lake option

Aaeon announced a slightly scaled down “UP Xtreme Lite” variant of its 8th Gen U-series based UP Xtreme SBC that provides up to 16GB DDR4, 2x GbE, 4x USB 3.2, and 3x M.2 plus SATA, HDMI, DP, and 40-pin GPIO.

http://linuxgizmos.com/up-xtreme-lite-sbc-offers-more-affordable-whiskey-lake-option/

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UP Xtreme Lite is a cheaper dev board with Intel Whiskey Lake

The original UP Xtreme is available for purchase for $299 and up, while the new Lite model should have a lower starting price when it goes on sale soon. As the name suggests, the UP Xtreme Lite will lack a few of the features found in the pricier model.

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/up-xtreme-lite-is-a-cheaper-dev-board-with-intel-whiskey-lake.html

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Meet Karmbian, an ARM Linux Distro for Ethical Hackers Based on Kali Linux and Armbian

I love new projects, and today I would like to introduce you guys to Karmbian, a very promising ARM Linux distro for ethical hacking and penetration testing based on Kali Linux and using the Armbian toolchain.

https://9to5linux.com/meet-karmbian-an-arm-linux-distro-for-ethical-hackers-based-on-kali-linux-and-armbian

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N O D E

Here’s another iteration on the Zero Terminal projects I’ve been working on for a few years. For those of you who haven’t seen them, I’ve been trying to design the most usable all in one Pi Zero computer out there.

https://n-o-d-e.net/zeroterminal3.html

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LG shows off a 13.3 inch flexible displays for laptops (and other new screen tech)

Smartphones with foldable displays are officially an (expensive) thing, but convertible laptops with foldable displays aren’t exactly common yet. Lenovo plans to bring the ThinkPad X1 Fold to market, but that’s just about the only example I can think of.

https://liliputing.com/2020/08/lg-shows-off-a-13-3-inch-flexible-displays-for-laptops-and-other-new-screen-tech.html

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Foldable E INK Note Taking WACOM e-Reader with a light

“E INK is starting to refine their design for a foldable E INK panel. This new iteration now has a new housing shell, a front-light, in addition to a WACOM layer, so you can make notes, edit PDF files, and draw.  One of the most exciting things, is it now has a new lighting system, so

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can read, or dr”

https://youtu.be/Q3YQQQY2FZs

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E Ink demos a folding e-reader that can also take notes

Folding smartphones are slowly making their way into the mainstream. Could foldable e-readers be next? The E Ink Corporation, the company behind the digital paper tech found in the majority of e-readers, is trying to make it happen.

https://www.theverge.com/2020/8/10/21361545/folding-e-ink-reader-prototype-note-taking

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Move the Raspberry PI root file system to a USB drive

A Raspberry PI is a wonderful and powerful little computer. You can even run it as a server 24/7 all year round. There is just one snag: sooner or later the SD card gets corrupted during a write operation.

https://www.pragmaticlinux.com/2020/08/move-the-raspberry-pi-root-file-system-to-a-usb-drive/

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You Can Now Use an ESP32 as a Set-Top Box for Streaming Video

The Espressif ESP8266 is a cheap microcontroller with built-in WiFi connectivity. When Espressif developed the chip, its intended purpose was for Internet of Things (IoT) applications. But the low-cost and versatility of the ESP8266 quickly made it popular in the maker community.

https://www.hackster.io/news/you-can-now-use-an-esp32-as-a-set-top-box-for-streaming-video-5a54e108cfc7

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Pirates Don’t Care About Kodi Anymore, Says Torrenting Site

The name ‘Kodi’ was once synonymous with piracy, thanks to people buying “Kodi boxes” from dodgy dudes at the pub and using them to watch stuff they haven’t paid for.

https://www.gizmodo.co.uk/2020/08/pirates-dont-care-about-kodi-anymore-says-torrenting-site/

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Tiny Yet Useful: 13 Raspberry Pi Zero Alternatives That Cost Less Than $20

The Raspberry Pi Zero and the Raspberry Pi Zero W were added to the line up of Raspberry Pi’s in the last few years. These ultra-small form-factor SBC’s have been a big hit and continue to be a part of Raspberry Pi projects from the maker and DIY communities.

https://itsfoss.com/raspberry-pi-zero-alternatives/

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Mythic Beasts, miniNodes Offer Raspberry Pi 4 Hosting Services

Mythic Beats is the company offering hosting services for the Raspberry Pi website, and following Eben Upton proposal they decided to host the website on eighteen Raspberry Pi 4 boards, fourteen of which used as LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) servers, as well as two used as static servers with Apa

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/13/mythic-beasts-mininodes-offer-raspberry-pi-4-hosting-services/

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jmcerrejon/PiKISS

• Fix issues and improve config, inet, other, server, tweaks sections. Raspberry Pi 3 ready.  · Fix issues and improve games, emulators, info, mmedia sections. Raspberry Pi 3 ready. · Added Xump game. · Remove Minecraft script.

https://github.com/jmcerrejon/PiKISS

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GloDroid Brings Android 10 OS to Raspberry Pi 4, Orange Pi SBC’s, PinePhone, and PineTab

The community of developers working on software for single board computers often prefer to focus on Linux support, as companies will often provide Android firmware images.

android,

http://www.tuxmachines.org/node/139896

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ODYSSEY – X86J4105864 Most expandable Win10 Mini PC (Linux and Arduino Core) with 8GB RAM + 64GB eMMC

The first batch of the ODYSSEY – X864105 is ReComputer α series, hence the label is ReComputer α on the board, whilst the functionality of the boards are identical. This version of ODYSSEY – X86J4105864 has 64GB eMMC storage onboard and pre-installed Windows 10 Enterprise but not activated.

https://www.seeedstudio.com/ODYSSEY-X86J4105864-p-4447.html

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Industrial mini-PC claimed to be first to provide 5G

A new GigaIPC QBiX-Pro industrial mini-PC offers a 7th Gen Kaby Lake-U CPU and an optional Qualcomm 5G modem via one of the 3x M.2 slots. Gigabyte’s GigaIPC embedded unit announced a rugged, fanless QBiX-Pro-KBLB7100HD-A1 mini-PC billed as the world’s first embedded PC with 5G.

http://linuxgizmos.com/fanless-industrial-mini-pc-claimed-to-be-first-to-provide-5g/

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Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 Coming Next Year with PCIe/NVMe Support

The Raspberry Pi 4 features a Broadcom BCM2711 processor with Cortex-A72/A53 cores that makes it competitive against other SBC’s based on Rockchip RK3399 or Amlogic S922X/A311D processors.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/17/raspberry-pi-compute-module-4-coming-next-year-with-pcie-nvme-support/

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The New ODROID N2 Plus Is A Beast! The Fastest Open Spec ARM SBC!

“In this video, we take a look at the all-new Odroid N2+ Also Know as the ODROID N2 Plus Single board computer from HArdkernle.

This thing is an absolute Beast of an ARM-based computer, powered by the 6 Core AMLOGIC S922X Rev C clocked at 2.4GHZ and backed by 4GB of LPDDR4 ram.

They claim it’s up to”

https://youtu.be/LfG0oztlmX4

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TinyPilot: Build a KVM Over IP for Under $100

TinyPilot is my inexpensive, open-source device for controlling computers remotely. It works even before the operating system boots, so I use TinyPilot to install new OSes and debug boot failures on my bare metal homelab servers.

https://mtlynch.io/tinypilot/

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DragonBox Pyra handheld computer inches closer to release

The DragonBox Pyra is a handheld computer that’s been under development for more than six years, but it’s finally almost ready to ship. Designed to run free and open source software, the little computer has a 5 inch display, a keyboard for thumb typing, and built-in game controllers.

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/dragonbox-pyra-handheld-computer-inches-closer-to-release.html

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Xiaomi Mi EBook Reader turns up in Bluetooth certification indicating potential cheap Kindle alternative for the global market

A Xiaomi Mi EBook Reader appears to be in the works due to an appearance on Bluetooth certification. The documents have only recently been listed, but it’s expected that this indicates the Xiaomi Mi EBook Reader could see a launch in India and other global markets at some point.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/Xiaomi-Mi-EBook-Reader-turns-up-in-Bluetooth-certification-indicating-potential-cheap-Kindle-alternative-for-the-global-market.482987.0.html

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M.2 and Half-size mPCIe Cards Support Real-Time Ethernet and FieldBus Networks

Hilscher cifX M.2 and half-size mini PCIe cards powered by the company’s NETX 90 network-on-chip multi-protocol Cortex-M4 SoC bring real-time Ethernet and FieldBus to compatible systems.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/28/m-2-and-half-size-mpcie-cards-support-real-time-ethernet-and-fieldbus-networks/

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This $159 stick is a Windows 10 PC with an Intel quad-core processor

Chinese PC maker XCY specializes in small desktop computers, but the company’s latest model is its smallest yet. The new XCY Mini PC Stick is a 5.3″ x 1.8″ x 0.

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/this-159-stick-is-a-windows-10-pc-with-a-quad-core-intel-processor.html

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Beelink Gemini M mini PC with Intel Celeron J4125 coming soon

Chinese mini PC maker Beelink is preparing to launch a tiny new desktop computer with a quad-core Intel Celeron J4125 processor and support for up to two 4K displays. The upcoming Beelink Gemini M is a 4.7″ x 4.7″ x 0.7″ computer that weighs just 340 grams (about 12 ounces).

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/beelink-gemini-m-mini-pc-with-intel-celeron-j4125-coming-soon.html

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PinePhone Linux smartphone could get a slide-out keyboard acessory

The makers of the PinePhone Linux smartphone recently introduced a Convergence Pack edition designed to let you use the device as a desktop Linux computer by connecting a keyboard, mouse and display. But what if you want a thumb keyboard for typing on the go? That may be coming soon.

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/pinephone-linux-smartphone-could-get-a-slide-out-keyboard-acessory.html

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TTGO T-Lite W5500 ESP32 WiFi & Bluetooth Board Comes with OLED Display, Optional Ethernet Add-on Board

If you like tiny boards with Ethernet, TTGO T-Lite W5500 development board may be an interesting option, as the ESP32 board comes with a built-in OLED, and female headers to connect an Ethernet add-on board called W5500 Gateway Module.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/29/ttgo-t-lite-w5500-esp32-wifi-bluetooth-board-oled-display-ethernet-add-on-board/

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BCM MX4305UE Industrial Mini-ITX Motherboard Features Intel Celeron 4305UE Processor

Yesterday, as I wrote about AAEON UP Xtreme SBC, I realized that while I had seen some other Intel Celeron 4305UE Whiskey Lake boards with 3.5-inch and Pico-ITX form factors, I’ve just found out an industrial mini-ITX motherboard from BCM Advanced Research equipped with the processor.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/31/bcm-mx4305ue-industrial-mini-itx-motherboard-features-intel-celeron-4305ue-processor/

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Intel powered 2.4-inch Mini PC’s Show up as Alternatives to CHUWI LarkBox

Leaving HDMI PC sticks aside, we started to see really small, pocket-sized Intel mini-PCs last year with ECS LIVA Q2 micro PC with a dual-core N4100 Gemini Lake processor and measuring 70x70x33.4 mm.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/08/02/intel-powered-2-4-inch-mini-pcs-show-up-as-alternatives-to-chuwi-larkbox/

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T-bao MN22 Mini PC Features AMD Ryzen 3 2200U Mobile Processor

T-bao MN22 is an NUC-like mini PC powered by an AMD Ryzen 3 2200U mobile processor with a 12 to 25W TDP, coupled with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB NVMe SSD storage, as well as dual 4K video output thanks to HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort video outputs.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/31/t-bao-mn22-amd-ryzen-3-2200u-mini-pc/

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CrowPi2 Raspberry Pi 4 Learning Kit Review – Part 1 – Unboxing and First Boot

Last month, we wrote about Elecrow introducing CrowPi2 Raspberry Pi 4 laptop and electronics learning kit for its launch on Kickstarter crowdfunding website. The company has now sent one of its kits to CNX Software for evaluation and review.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/31/crowpi2-raspberry-pi-4-learning-kit-review-part-1-unboxing-and-first-boot/

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UP Xtreme Lite Whiskey Lake SBC is Made for “Developers on a Budget”

AAEON UP Xtreme Whiskey Kake SBC launched last year for 249 Euros via a crowdfunding campaign, and the single board computer can now be purchased from UP shop from $299 for the Celeron 4305UE version with 4GB RAM, and up to $799 with an Intel Core i7-8665UE quad-core processor and 16GB RAM.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/30/up-xtreme-lite-whiskey-lake-sbc-is-made-for-developers-on-a-budget/

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Is That a Raspberry Pi Zero? Nope. ATMegaZero is an Arduino Compatible Board

ATMegaZero is an Arduino Leonardo compatible board based on Microchip ATmega32U4 8-bit AVR microcontroller that mostly follows Raspberry Pi Zero form factor with the 40-pin GPIO header, MicroSD card slot, and one micro USB port in the same location.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/28/atmegazero-arduino-board-raspberry-pi-zero-form-factor/

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Dual-display version of RK3399-based Rock Pi 4 starts at $59

Radxa’s “Rock Pi 4 Model C” SBC starts at $59 with a Debian-driven RK3399, 4GB RAM, and NVMe and dual-display support. Radxa is also offering some free beta samples of its Intel-based Rock Pi X.

http://linuxgizmos.com/dual-display-version-of-rk3399-based-rock-pi-4-starts-at-59/

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Rock Pi 4 Model C is a $75 mini PC with support for NVMe storage and dual displays

The Radxa Rock Pi 4 is a single-board computer with a Rockchip RK3399 processor, Android and (some) Linux support, and support for up to a 4K display with a 60 Hz refresh rate.

https://liliputing.com/2020/07/rock-pi-4c-is-a-75-mini-pc-with-support-for-dual-displays.html

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ECM3532 AI Sensor Board Features Cortex-M3 MCU & 16-bit DSP “TENSAI” SoC for TinyML Applications

Eta Compute ECM3532 is a silicon-on-chip (SoC) with a Cortex-M3 microcontroller clocked at up to 100 Mhz, and NXP CoolFlux 16-bit DSP designed for machine learning on embedded devices, aka TinyML, and part of the company’s TENSAI platform.

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/07/27/ecm3532-ai-sensor-board-features-cortex-m3-mcu-16-bit-dsp-tensai-soc-for-tinyml-applications/

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Pi Case 40

Cooler Master is raising funds for Pi Case 40 on Kickstarter! The travel case for Pi enthusiasts, by Pi enthusiasts.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/coolermaster/pi-case-40

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remote.it Secure Connections

Connect and control your devices from anywhere in the world as though it is on your local network. No need to send a technician, fix problems remotely. Make a one-off connection or always stay connected to your devices. You choose.

https://remote.it/#raspberry-pi

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The first single-board computers supporting Intel’s upcoming Tiger Lake CPUs will launch soon

Single-board computers (SBCs) are a relatively new breed of mini PCs that were originally designed for industrial applications. However, due to the rising interest for home IoT or HTPC devices, SBCs are now starting to become more readily available for mainstream consumers.

https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-first-single-board-computers-supporting-Intel-s-upcoming-Tiger-Lake-CPUs-will-launch-soon.484046.0.html

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https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/08/12/mele-pcg02-glk-fanless-pc-stick-comes-with-10w-celeron-j4105-processor-gigabit-ethernet/

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/08/12/mele-pcg02-glk-fanless-pc-stick-comes-with-10w-celeron-j4105-processor-gigabit-ethernet/

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Onyx is Planning a 7.8″ Color eReader Based on the Boox Nova2

Onyx has just managed to upstage themselves on their launch day. Mike Cane has tipped me to the news that Onyx has sent an official letter informing the FCC that they are going to use the same internal electronics in multiple ereader models.

https://the-digital-reader.com/2020/08/10/onyx-is-planning-a-7-8-nova2-color-ereader/

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Onyx Boox Poke2 Color eReader Launched for $299

https://www.cnx-software.com/2020/08/11/onyx-boox-poke2-color-ereader/

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AMD may be developing hybrid chips similar to ARM’s big.LITTLE and Intel’s Foveros designs

It’s been nearly a decade since ARM introduced its big.LITTLE chip designs that allow a single processor to use two or more different CPU cores.

https://liliputing.com/2020/08/amd-may-be-developing-hybrid-chips-similar-to-arms-big-little-and-intels-foveros-designs.html

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Pocket P.C. design files released as open source (handheld Linux computer)

The Popcorn Computers Pocket P.C. is designed to be a handheld Linux computer with a 4.95 inch full HD display, a built-in keyboard, and a ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core processor. First unveiled in November 2019, the Pocket P.C. hasn’t shipped yet. It’s still up for pre-order for $199 and up.

https://liliputing.com/2020/08/pocket-p-c-design-files-released-as-open-source-handheld-linux-computer.html

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