A developer reverse-engineered an Elitech RC-5 USB temperature logger by writing custom Linux software instead of using the manufacturer's Windows-only application. They discovered and fixed a protocol bug related to negative temperature encoding that the original reverse engineers had missed, ultimately creating a working CLI tool and web UI with data export capabilities.
A standalone guitar amp and effects pedal built on the Waveshare ESP32-S3-Touch-AMOLED-2.06 that runs Neural Amp Modeler A2 captures in real time, features a touchscreen UI, and can also run as a headless device or in a browser via WebAssembly. It includes an effects chain, presets, tuner, and supports loading custom .nam files from microSD cards or folders.
Keychron's Thunderbolt 5 Dock offers comprehensive connectivity with 14 ports, dual 8K monitor support, and 140W power delivery, marking the keyboard maker's successful expansion into high-end docking solutions. The device delivers reliable performance for data transfers and multi-display setups, though Mac users face HDMI mirroring limitations.
Espressif's new ESP32-S31 microcontroller features a real MMU with RISC-V paging support, gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0, SD card slots, and camera interface, making it capable of running Linux natively. With dual 32-bit RISC-V cores at 320 MHz, up to 64MB PSRAM, and 256MB flash, it blurs the line between microcontroller and single-board computer. Espressif has already published a Linux BSP, and the community has successfully ported Linux 6.18 with working drivers.
FiiO has announced the DP11, a compact desktop CD player that functions as a full digital transport with integrated DAC, pre-amplifier, and multiple audio outputs. Priced at $189 USD and €185 in the EU, it launches in October 2026 and features isolated power supplies, a Cirrus Logic DAC, USB audio input supporting up to 32-bit/384 kHz, and CD ripping capabilities.
Logitech has launched the Blue Yeti 2, a successor to the iconic 2009 USB microphone, featuring an AI-powered proximity sensor that automatically adjusts audio settings based on user distance, along with noise reduction and an interactive LED display. Priced at $159.99, it undercuts competitors like Shure's MV7 series while maintaining a familiar design for content creators and podcasters.