Giorgio Mendoza

Ventana Micro Systems Inc., a leader in high-performance RISC-V platforms, has announced that its Veyron V2 accelerated compute platform will begin shipping in 2025. The Veyron V2 platform is designed to target AI, data centers, and emerging workloads.

PINE64 is preparing to launch the PineNote Community Edition, an update to the original PineNote Developer Edition e-paper tablet introduced in 2022. This version retains the same hardware features as the Developer Edition but will include an OS contributed by the PINE64 community developers.

Orbbec unveiled the Orbbec Perceptor Developer Kit at ROSCon 2024 in Odense, Denmark, offering a comprehensive, out-of-the-box solution for autonomous mobile robot development. Developed in collaboration with NVIDIA, the OPDK is designed to streamline application development for dynamic environments, such as warehouses and factories.

WIZnet recently introduced two new microcontroller boards with built-in Ethernet controllers, flash memory, and compatibility with the Raspberry Pi Pico. The W6100-EVB-Pico2 is powered by the advanced RP2350 microcontroller, while the W55RP20-EVB-Pico utilizes the RP2040 microcontroller, each offering unique features suited for diverse networking applications.

The Protectli VP3200 Series introduces modular 2-port Vault devices: the VP3210 with an Intel N100 processor and the VP3230 with an Intel i3-N305. Both models support up to 16GB DDR5 RAM, include 32GB eMMC storage, and feature two 2.5GbE Ethernet ports for high-speed applications. Dual M.2 NVMe SSD slots offer up to 2TB of additional storage.

The ARK FPV NDAA-compliant flight controller is compact and designed around the ARKV6X model, following a standard 30.5mm mounting pattern. It supports 3-12s battery input, providing a regulated 12V 2A output for video transmitters and payloads. The controller is compatible with PX4 Autopilot firmware (version 1.15+), pre-installed, and also supports Ardupilot version 4.5+.

Pineboards launched the HatDrive! POE+, designed to simplify power and connectivity for the Raspberry Pi 5 through Power-over-Ethernet. This PoE+ HAT integrates both network connectivity and power delivery over a single RJ45 cable, providing a streamlined setup where multiple smaller devices can operate without the need for additional power cables.

Waveshare has launched the ESP32-P4-NANO board, powered by the ESP32-P4 SoC featuring RISC-V dual-core and single-core processors. This board is tailored for advanced HMI and edge computing applications. Equipped with Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5/BLE via the onboard ESP32-C6-MINI module, it ensures efficient wireless connectivity through the SDIO interface.

Engicam has showcased a single-board computer based on the RockChip RK3568 series, targeting a range of embedded and industrial applications. This high-performance board offers dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, including one with PoE+ support, as well as an HDMI port capable of up to 4K resolution at 60Hz.

Luckfox recently introduced the Omni3576 Development Board, built around the Rockchip RK3576 octa-core processor with a big.LITTLE architecture. With features like dual Gigabit Ethernet and dual CSI camera ports, this board is designed for diverse applications in industrial control, automotive electronics, and cloud terminal products.