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Thread, a network protocol released July 2015, is optimized for the connected home network. It is IPv6 based, uses IEEE…

Thread, a network protocol released July 2015, is optimized for the connected home network. It is IPv6 based, uses IEEE Standard 802.15.4 and runs on existing hardware.

NAND Flash is, without a doubt, the cheapest way to store a ton of bits in one place. It's also one of the most…

NAND Flash is, without a doubt, the cheapest way to store a ton of bits in one place. It's also one of the most aggravating memory mediums to work with: bits wear out, errors pop up, and data gets lost. Why deal with all the hassle of managing your memory manually? Instead, use an eMMC!

Kickstarter has changed its status to a public benefit corporation and joined a very select number of companies dedicated…

Kickstarter has changed its status to a public benefit corporation and joined a very select number of companies dedicated to serving the public good instead of the interests of shareholders.

A tutorial for the Arduino Motor Shield with a simple project. The motor shield has quite a few features such as current…

A tutorial for the Arduino Motor Shield with a simple project. The motor shield has quite a few features such as current measuring and the ability to drive a single stepper motor.

The Apple Car will purportedly be in here in four years, but the foray into the automobile industry may be a misstep in…

The Apple Car will purportedly be in here in four years, but the foray into the automobile industry may be a misstep in the company's legacy.

Using an LCD increases the versatility of any microcontroller by displaying data outputs and memory contents. This serial…

Using an LCD increases the versatility of any microcontroller by displaying data outputs and memory contents. This serial adapter uses only one I/O.

A thorough understanding of bypass capacitors will help you to properly incorporate these critical components into your designs.

A thorough understanding of bypass capacitors will help you to properly incorporate these critical components into your designs.

This article will show you one way of making an accurate clock by using the Real Time Clock IC DS1307. The time will be…

This article will show you one way of making an accurate clock by using the Real Time Clock IC DS1307. The time will be shown on a LCD display.

How to create a custom BLE GATT peripheral using the nRF51 by creating a service and characteristics.

How to create a custom BLE GATT peripheral using the nRF51 by creating a service and characteristics.

With Holiday 2015 introducing virtual reality headsets to the general public, it's important to have an understanding of…

With Holiday 2015 introducing virtual reality headsets to the general public, it's important to have an understanding of the field and why virtual reality is poised to be the next major consumer industry.

Learn how to communicate with a custom BLE peripheral using an Android device.

Learn how to communicate with a custom BLE peripheral using an Android device.

LCDs are great for showing info from your microcontroller. A serial adapter is inexpensive, uses only one I/O, and is…

LCDs are great for showing info from your microcontroller. A serial adapter is inexpensive, uses only one I/O, and is easy to connect and to use.

Electronic and electric devices are not synonymous. Here's an overview of the differences between each and why the…

Electronic and electric devices are not synonymous. Here's an overview of the differences between each and why the distinction can be confusing even for professionals.

Part 3 in the “How to Make an EFM8-Based Sound Synthesizer” series.

Part 3 in the “How to Make an EFM8-Based Sound Synthesizer” series.

Cypress announced a better automotive touchscreen and Apple's come out with innovative touch technology as well. Here's a…

Cypress announced a better automotive touchscreen and Apple's come out with innovative touch technology as well. Here's a look at where we've been and where we're likely headed.

Part 4 introduces the readadc, select, case, and endselect PICAXE BASIC commands. It is the fourth article in a…

Part 4 introduces the readadc, select, case, and endselect PICAXE BASIC commands. It is the fourth article in a multi-part series on writing PICAXE code.

A guide on how to assemble SMT PCB with bench-top equipment. While a similar setup can be accomplished for much less,…

A guide on how to assemble SMT PCB with bench-top equipment. While a similar setup can be accomplished for much less, this is the dream setup.

MQ Telemetry Transport (MQTT) is a popular low-overhead messaging protocol used by many IoT devices to communicate. This…

MQ Telemetry Transport (MQTT) is a popular low-overhead messaging protocol used by many IoT devices to communicate. This tutorial will show the user how to to set up a basic MQTT network using Python on his or her computer and an ESP8266 running the NodeMCU firmware.

When IoT meets baby, the result is a fantastic combination of technology and security. Here's our look at four products…

When IoT meets baby, the result is a fantastic combination of technology and security. Here's our look at four products engineered to keep your baby safe.