Search Results: OpenSourceHardware

A grassroots developer initiative has reverse-engineered Google's discontinued Nest Generation 1 & 2 thermostats, releasing custom firmware that resurrects bricked devices. The open-source project delivers a modern PWA interface with full temperature controls while challenging planned obsolescence. This effort empowers users to reclaim hardware destined for landfills, blending sustainability with technical ingenuity.

The Shmøergh Moduleur blurs the lines between musical instrument and hacker playground with its fully open-source hybrid analog/digital synth architecture. Designed for customization, its Eurorack-compatible modules and programmable Raspberry Pi Pico brain invite developers to reshape sound generation at the hardware and firmware level.

Tired of disposable printers and exorbitant ink costs? The Open Printer initiative introduces a modular, user-repairable inkjet with refillable cartridges and open-source designs, potentially reshaping consumer printing through maker-friendly principles. Built on Raspberry Pi and licensed for community innovation, it promises unprecedented flexibility and sustainability.

Open Source Ecology's decade-long quest to create 50 open-source industrial machines promises to slash production costs by 90% while enabling self-sufficient communities. From tractors to 3D printers, this modular 'civilization starter kit' challenges traditional manufacturing with radical accessibility.

ZDNET's rigorous testing reveals the best Linux-compatible laptops balancing performance, battery life, and open-source support. From Lenovo's powerhouse ThinkPad to Dell's highly configurable XPS 13, these machines prove Linux is a first-class OS for serious development work.

Inspired by a father's plea for his daughter who lost her right hand, HTX Studio has designed and open-sourced a sophisticated one-handed mechanical keyboard with an integrated trackball. Built on QMK firmware and featuring modular PCBs, the project offers both left and right-hand configurations to empower users with accessibility needs through customizable, high-performance hardware.