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The Top 6 Arduino-Compatible Boards for Your Next Project

A list of some Arduino compatible boards that can be incorporated into a project.

July 30, 2016 by Ebony Calloway

Smart Homes Via Smart Phones: Toggl.it, Nest, and Iris by Lowes

Learn about three smart home platforms available that allow mobile home control with varying degrees of customization.

July 04, 2016 by Yahya Tawil

An Introduction to the Open Source Hardware Community

If you're not familiar with the open source hardware community, this is a good place to get started.

May 27, 2016 by Dylan Wadler

These Arduino Projects want you to Smell Them!

Arduinos are now being used to produce smells, although, some applications are more scientific than others.

April 13, 2016 by Katrina Barhouse

IoT Development Board Comparison

A comparison of three development boards aimed at the IoT horizon. The Particle Photon, the Adafruit Feather Huzzah, and the Arduino MKR1000.

April 08, 2016 by Michael Greer

Check Out These Crowdfunded Hardware Designs

Crowdfunding sites like Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and Crowd Supply can be a treasure trove of the interesting, ingenious, and insanely cool. Check out some of our inexpensive favorites from the crowdfunding world!

March 24, 2016 by Aaron LaBarbera

Some Microcontroller Kits You’ve Never Heard of

Some cool microcontroller kits for young engineers are coming, check them out!

March 23, 2016 by Tim Youngblood

Chip Industry and the Enigma of the Maker Movement

The new startup era centered around economic hardware is creating a world of new possibilities and that calls for semiconductor firms to take a stand.

March 21, 2016 by Majeed Ahmad

Will the ESP32 be the ESP8266’s Worthy Successor?

Espressif sent out beta units (called ESP31bs) of their new SOC, the ESP32. Will it be a huge success?

February 04, 2016 by Alex Udanis

Enter These Hardware Contests Now

A few great contests are about to close. Enter your project now and get in on fame and fortune.

January 19, 2016 by Jennifer A. Diffley

The Best Wire for Breadboarding

Some wires are great for breadboarding, but others are not. Here's what to use and what not to use in your next project.

January 08, 2016 by Alex Udanis

5 Great Arduino Alternatives

Arduinos are popular, but they aren't the only boards out there. So what are some other alternatives? Find out!

December 16, 2015 by Alex Udanis

The Box Craze Hits Engineering

Subscription boxes are targeting everyone from preppers to disc golfers. Electrical engineers now have their own set of boxes delivering monthly goodies.

December 10, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley

Tech in the Art World

There's a fine line between art and tech. Find out what artists are using to create phenomenal modern pieces.

December 09, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley

Actually, Arduino Isn’t Just for Hobbyists

Arduino keeps being dismissed as a hack for beginners. But it's time to reexamine the way we think about the little Italian dev board.

December 01, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley

Want to Make a Ton of Money? Make an Adorable Design

Tiny Arcade has launched a tremendously successful Kickstarter campaign with their ingenious blend of novelty and quirkiness. Learn all about it!

November 30, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley

The Black Friday Breakdown

You've been waiting all year to get your hands on some hot new components, and now's the best time! We've rounded up sites offering discounts and perks from today through Monday.

November 27, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley

10 Halloween Costumes Electrical Engineers Can Geek Out About

Halloween's almost here! Freaking out about having nothing to wear? Grab an Arduino and lose your inhibitions-- here comes the costume breakdown.

October 28, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley

Everything We Know About the New Arduino Board

The Arduino 101 is going to hit the market in early 2016. Here's a look at what we know about this intriguing little dev board.

October 19, 2015 by Tim Youngblood

Powerful RTOSs for the IoT

Everyone from Windows to Google is scrambling to create their own operating system for the IoT storm. Here's an overview of the major players in the new RTOS world.

August 11, 2015 by Jennifer A. Diffley