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The time crunch starts now! Squeeze in a last minute build and add the code BeGood15 to your cart for 15% off items featured in our Halloween gift guide from Saturday, October 17th – Sunday, October 25th at 11:59 PM EDT. Some restrictions apply. This code is only applicable to items featured in our Halloween […]

The 2026-2027 U.S. Winter Outlook map for precipitation shows wetter-than-average conditions are most likely across the Southwest, South and East Coast. Drier-than-average conditions are forecast for parts of the northern Rockies and Great Lakes, and central Alaska. (Image credit: NOAA) A wet warm winter is in store for much of the country. A predicted […]

Hoani Bryson got first place in a Nokia 3310 Jam for the entry Trick Shot II. To create the game Hoani built custom hardware with a Pi based PCB and tore apart a Nokia 3310, not an easy feat. The Jam’s goals were to make a game as if it were being made for the […]

This week we debuted 1 New Product, the Adafruit CP2105 Friend – USB to Dual UART Serial Converters. Keep up with all the new at Adafruit.com/NEW. Want to get new products info beamed straight into your inbox? New nEw NEWs From Adafruit is an email newsletter sent once a week to subscribers only. It features […]

Space scientist and astrobiologist Erika DeBenedictis joined WIRED to answer the internet’s questions about Mars.

John Paul Maluya, Karl Vincent Remo, and Amer Patrick Lauma built an eight-song music player built on the STM32F407 RT-Spark board. Check out the details of their project on hackster.io This project was developed for BCA182 Embedded Systems Programming Laboratory 2 using the RT-Thread RT-Spark development board with an STM32F407 microcontroller. The objective was to […]

#circuitpythonparsec Use the STEMMA QT port on your board as a plug-and-play set of GPIO pins plus power and ground! Also, bonus code to ask the board for pin name aliases. Try out the code example To learn about CircuitPython: https://circuitpython.org

RAM is expensive. There was a time when makers would default to the beefiest Pi for nearly any project. A little extra RAM couldn’t hurt, right? Well, these days, a little extra RAM can hurt your wallet. Calvin Wankhede at Engadget goes over how much RAM you actually need and why, most often, the 1 […]

To put it simply, we LOVE nOOds! Our flexible LEDs come in different lengths and color and are perfect when you want lighting that’s got pizzazz. They’re made of dozens of micro LED diodes that are bonded together on an ultra-flexible metal backing, then coated in colorful silicone for protection. And because they’re just […]

A paper posted to arXiv compares two low power mesh protocols used in smart home gear: Zigbee and Matter over Thread. Both run on 802.15.4 radios, both build mesh networks, and both show up in products from the same vendors. The question the paper takes on is how they actually behave once they are deployed, […]

Simon Batt, writing at XDA Developers, reports that Microsoft has responded to the wave of AI-assisted game decompilations with a new group of its own. Recent examples include Super Smash Bros. Melee being decompiled and made to run natively on PC, Android, and Linux. Xbox CEO Asha Sharma announced Xbox Labs on the company’s official […]

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Eugene Tkachenko built this Halloween set up that transmorphs the existential fear of AI into actual jump scares. It relies on a Raspberry Pi with the SONY IMX500 AI camera to send a message to an off-the-shelf Halloween prop hacked with an ESP32. In this video, I use the Raspberry Pi with the SONY IMX500 […]

DrejkCZ shares: A WLED-powered RGB matrix panel that shows a clock, scrolling text, or runs built-in effects — all adjustable over Wi-Fi from a PC or phone. Controller: ESP32-C3 Super Mini (WiFi + Bluetooth). Matrix: four 8×8 WS2812 (5050) RGB LED modules forming an 8×32 display (256 LEDs on GPIO 8, GRB color order, 1000mA […]

Shared by DTM247 on MakerWorld: A free raven-inspired wearable mask with layered wing-like feather shapes and a long sharply-defined beak. Dramatic contours cast strong shadows. Available as an adult-size split-profile file (~14.9h, 4 plates, 4.9★ from 62 reviews) and display-only whole-mask versions for the A1 Max and A1 Mini (7.6h, 1 plate each). Print in […]

user_2957177259 shares: A free 3D-printable case for a PixelClock using an 8×32 LED matrix and an ESP32 Dev Board (28.5×51.8mm USB-C or 28×54.8mm Micro-USB). Requires a separate 8×32 LED Matrix Frame with Diffuser Grid project. Firmware: PixelClock on GitHub (mBlinkii/PixelClock). Two frame options: screw-mounted (8× M3×4 screws) or glue-on. Separate ESP box and cable channel. […]

It’s JOHN PARK’S WORKSHOP — LIVE! — Coming up at 4pm ET / 1pm PT Today (the usual time, no change to the Workshop show schedule)! LIVE TEXT CHAT IS HERE in the Adafruit Discord chat! Projects: Playdate Crankfruit CircuitPython Parsec: STEMMA QT is a Lie! Learn Guides Gear Report: M-Vave FM-1 alt firmware Tool Tips CAD: Adafruit Circuit […]

Shared by tupsyvejle on MakerWorld: An enclosure for a DIY motion-trigger module aimed at Halloween animatronics. BOM: HC-SR501 PIR motion sensor, Sharp PC817 optocoupler, 9V battery clip (Type T), KCD1 square 2-pin on/off rocker switch, 100Ω resistor, 1× 9V battery. PLA or PETG body (TPU adjusting cap), 20-30% infill, no supports. Two print files, both […]

JeanBeraud shares: A parametric tool that turns any drawer into a complete Gridfinity layout. Enter your drawer dimensions, choose a layout, and it generates a fitted grid, matching bins, optional lids with pull holes, magnet holes, and printable parts. Preset layouts plus a manual layout. Mix small/large/low/tall/lidded bins. Automatically splits the grid based on your […]

A spooky Halloween/horror-fan item based on a 3D scan of a promotional Nosferatu prop from AMC. Opening the lid reveals a hidden compartment for small items (storage capacity up to 14.5×4.5×5.5cm). Print details: 0.6mm nozzle, 0.16mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill, ~7.6 hours, 217g PLA, single plate. NOTE: as a 3D-scanned derivative of a studio […]

STLsupplier shares: A compact, fully 3D-printed bench vise — 160×160×80mm with a 100mm clamping range. For light-to-medium clamping: hobby work, gluing, soldering, assembly, holding small prints during cleanup. No screws, bolts, or rods needed. The spindle hole needs supports; after printing, file the rough area smooth for proper operation. Rotates maker tools back into the […]

Is someone here? This project can let you know! You can use a Fruit Jam running CircuitPython with a USB webcam to run a local front face detection model from OpenCV and output the camera feed over DVI, When a face is detected, a green box is drawn around the face. This is a great […]

A series of simple, quick-to-print mummy-themed animal figures. Three variants on one plate each: Mummy Ghost (21 min), Mummy Pumpkin (28 min), Mummy Pig (22 min). Designer plans more animal mummies in the series. Fast prints make these great mass-production items for party favors, classroom rewards, or trick-or-treat handouts. New Halloween subcategory (mummy) not previously […]

donovandyl shares: A modular desk drawer + workshop bin organizer. Frame mounts to a wall with screws or attaches to a standard 1-inch pegboard. Three drawer combinations work in the same frame: 9 small, 3 medium + 3 small, or 3 large (medium = 2 small, large = 3 small). Each drawer comes in plain […]

3D Hangouts – USB Desk Hub, Marquee and Knight Cat https://youtube.com/live/aq4mvEwK7MM?feature=share This week @adafruit special guest Brent Rubell joins to chat about the Adafruit Marquee interface builder for e-ink displays and supported hardware. Noe is showcasing his built-in USB hub for the Ikea MITTZON desk. Pedro releases a video on Adafruit Marquee. Checking out this […]

Print&Live and iSCALE3D have developed Arkan, a set of 3D printed airless wheels for unmanned ground vehicles, published on designboom. The wheels are built for casualty evacuation, ammunition transport, and logistics over rough ground. Each wheel uses a lattice structure made from load-bearing elastomers and polymer composites, with a rounded tread and enclosed sidewalls that […]

Every week we’ll 3D print designs from the community and showcase slicer settings, use cases and of course, Time-lapses! This Week: Knight cat By Sunshine3D_ makerworld.com/en/models/3400182-knight-cat Bambu X1C PolyMaker PLA 28hr 50mins X:86 Y:63 Z:138mm .2mm layer / .4mm Nozzle 10% Infill / 1mm Retraction 200C / 60C 257g 230mm/s Every Thursday is #3dthursday here […]

Salvatore Sanfilippo (antirez) has published c64-hw-sim on GitHub, a simulator of the Commodore 64 motherboard, ASSY 250407, down to the individual pins. The program knows the board netlist and how each chip behaves at its pins. It knows nothing about what a broken C64 looks like, so when the screen fills with garbage after a […]

Sulena3DDesign shares: A Halloween fidget that gives the classic slinky a candy-corn look. The large version stretches over a meter. Designed to print in PLA with only two color changes — no AMS required (two manual pauses for filament swaps; pictured colors: yellow → orange → white). 0.2mm layer with adaptive on the threads at […]

didldiprint shares: A 3D-printable grid for a word clock supporting English, Italian, and German text. Based on techniccontroller.com’s tutorial project — ESP8266 + WS2812B NeoPixels. Designer uses a TTP223 touch sensor in place of a button, mounted above the last character of the first row so it’s hidden. Frame: IKEA RÖDALM for its white support […]

3dPrintInPlace shares: A fully-articulated zombie flexi with a detachable brain — designed to bend, wiggle, and fidget, creepy and cute at once. Available in regular, keychain, and magnet versions. Flexi-style print with no supports needed; brain prints as a separate piece. 3.8h total print, PLA (57g primary + 10g + 1g accents). Compatible across Bambu […]

cryostatic shares: Three candy corn monsters — Cornhallow, Huskbinder, and Cobwraith — collectively called the Triadum Inmanducati. Designer’s fiction says they rise from leftover candy corn at Halloween midnight. Large Triad 6″ (127mm): 0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 10% infill, ~27.8h, 1 plate. Tiny Triad 2.5″ (63mm): same settings, ~11.7h, 1 plate. Cornhallow’s teeth made more […]

user_3132746238 shares: A skull-themed lampshade composed of 40 interlocked miniature skulls designed for the Bambu Lab LED Lamp Kit MH001. Blends steampunk, gothic, Halloween flair, and dark fantasy. Snap-fit assembly. Works as both a lit and unlit decorative object. Alternative skull-lamp pick — different design approach from the Deluxe Gothic Skull in main. By ccrccrdk […]

K2_Kevin shares: A stackable Gridfinity storage unit for screws and small hardware, with drawers and optional toppers. Part of a larger Rugged Organizer system. Variants: 3×5 ScrewUnit (~59.8h), 2×5 small-drawer (~21.9h), 2×5 mixed-drawer (~23.7h). Features: drawer stops to keep screws from spilling, Gridfinity stacking, Rugged Tray Topper with magnet option, scoop and no-scoop drawer options, […]

thomashack shares: A thin two-part snap-together case (54×24×6mm) for a third-party Pico W board with non-standard dimensions of 51.50×21.0mm. Openings for the two on-board buttons; GPIO pins fully enclosed. 0.16mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill, ~16-min print, ~5g PLA. CAVEAT: designed for a specific third-party variant with slightly different dimensions than official Raspberry Pi Pico/Pico […]

From the mail bag! Thank you — I really appreciate the help. This is one of my first personal orders with Adafruit, and I’ve been very impressed with the support experience. I’ve interacted with Adafruit on the business side before, and it’s great to see the same level of responsiveness and care extended to individual […]

FrankEverything shares: A fully-wearable plague doctor mask designed for cosplay, display, or dramatic costume use. Full-face design, goggle ports (open or fit with your own sunglass or mesh lenses — not included), side grille, long beak. Fits most adult faces with flexible or padded lining underneath. Pairs well with a balaclava or hood. Straps NOT […]

Julian Horsey at Geeky Gadgets walks through moving a working Windows 11 install from an older SATA SSD to an NVMe drive by cloning the disk instead of reinstalling. The point he keeps returning to is that Windows does not live in one partition. The EFI System Partition and the Windows Recovery Environment have to […]

Have you wanted to add audio to your DVI video in CircuitPython? In games, programs, etc.? Now you can! In the latest bleeding edge version of CircuitPython, DVI audio has been added. Several examples show you how to implement things currently. Later updates to CircuitPython may add additional capabilities into the mix. This is to […]

Julian Horsey at Geeky Gadgets writes up a build from Techiesms that turns an ESP32-P4 module into a wall-mounted Home Assistant control panel. The hardware is a 10.1-inch TFT LCD with a 1200×800 capacitive touchscreen that handles up to five touch points. The ESP32-P4 behind it has a dual-core 400 MHz processor, 16 MB of […]

Kyle Orland reports at Ars Technica that Epic Games is moving to an “AI first” development strategy for its collaboration with the Walt Disney Company. Citing a Bloomberg report based on internal employee messages, the story says AI models will write all the code and guide all the artwork for an upcoming shooter. Human developers […]

Components of the wearable AI device that monitors physiological indicators for anaphylaxis and intervenes by administering an epinephrine injection. (Purdue University photo/Johana Elisa Vargas Gómez) via PPurdue University Professor Muhammad Hussain from Purdue University is leading a team of electrical and computer engineers working on developing a wearable device capable of rapid epinephrine administration. The […]

Halloween is a little over two weeks away – that means you still have time to put something together! Here are a few last minute projects we pulled from the Adafruit Halloween Gift Guide! Not seeing anything you like? Browse through all the Halloween things in our Learn System! Make a simple LED Unicorn Horn […]

Mostly Builds shared this open source retro smart speaker. The custom PCB is built around an ESP32 and the radio features a 3D-printed case with a capacitive touchscreen. It supports Bluetooth, streaming internet radio and playback via a microSD card. Thanks for sharing!! I’m finally open sourcing my retro smart speaker. The firmware, KiCad files, […]

This week’s pick is the Adafruit Feather RP2040 with RFM95 LoRa Radio – 915MHz – RadioFruit and STEMMA QT! Watch the video for a live demo and more. Tune in every Tuesday at 3pm ET and 12pm PT on Youtube LIVE, Twitch, Periscope (Twitter) and Facebook. LIVE TEXT CHAT IS HERE in the Adafruit Discord […]

The Python for Microcontrollers Newsletter is the place for the latest news involving Python on hardware (microcontrollers AND single board computers like Raspberry Pi). This ad-free, spam-free weekly email is filled with CircuitPython, MicroPython, and Python information that you may have missed, all in one place! You get a summary of all the software, events, projects, and the latest hardware worldwide once a week, no […]

NEW PRODUCT – NeoPixel Ring – 12 x 5050 WWA with Integrated Drivers __________________________________________________________________________________________________ What is better than smart LEDs? Smart WWA LEDs! These NeoPixel rings now have 3 white LEDs in them in three tints (also known as ‘color temperatures’): warm white, cool white and amber, great for excellent lighting effects that want pure white […]

NEW PRODUCT – NeoPixel Ring – 16 x 5050 WWA LED with Integrated Drivers __________________________________________________________________________________________________ What is better than smart LEDs? Smart WWA LEDs! These NeoPixel rings now have 3 white LEDs in them in three tints (also known as ‘color temperatures’): warm white, cool white and amber, great for excellent lighting effects that want pure […]

3D Hangouts – USB Desk Hub, Marquee and Knight Cat https://youtube.com/live/aq4mvEwK7MM?feature=share This week @adafruit special guest Brent Rubell joins to chat about the Adafruit Marquee interface builder for e-ink displays and supported hardware. Noe is showcasing his built-in USB hub for the Ikea MITTZON desk. Pedro releases a video on Adafruit Marquee. Checking out this […]

Ashu Kumar, writing at The Agentic Stack, covers Anthropic Frontier Red Team research published October 12 on whether an AI system can replicate itself onto cheap hardware. The team split Gemma4-26B-A4B across 15 off-brand Android TV boxes, each about $55 with 4 GB of memory, and got 0.39 generated tokens per second. Slow for a […]