Predictive maintenance is moving from the cloud to the noisy factory floor. It’s a brutal job that demands real-time FFT processing at the edge, and the hardware has to be just as tough as the software is smart.
Lockly unveiled a larger, more connected smart safe at CES. It promises fingerprint access in 0.2 seconds and deep ties to other Lockly devices. But the security and privacy implications of a Wi-Fi safe are worth a long, hard look.
iRobot is rolling out a firmware update that brings Matter and Apple HomeKit support to several Roomba models. The timing is bizarre, coming just after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and announced a new acquisition.
A Reddit user spent a month building a framed, live-tracking map of the Washington Metro as a gift. Using a Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W and 144 LEDs, it pulls real-time train positions from a public API. It’s a brilliant example of how accessible transit data can fuel awesome DIY tech projects.
Forget installing the Arduino IDE just to flash a pre-built .bin file to your ESP32. A new web tool called ESPConnect runs entirely in your browser, handling firmware flashing, partition management, and even file system inspection with just a USB cable. It’s a focused utility that could save a ton o
According to a report from XDA-Developers, a Raspberry Pi 5 can be transformed into a centralized network automation hub. Running services like Pi-hole, Unbound, and WireGuard, it provides faster browsing, enhanced privacy, and secure remote access. The entire setup costs around $50 and sips power.
JHCTECH’s new BRAV-7722 edge computing system targets smart transportation with Intel Arc GPU acceleration hitting 262 TOPS. The rugged box supports up to 192GB DDR5 RAM and wide-temperature operation. But scaling AI to real-world roads brings serious challenges.
The edge computing market is exploding to $260 billion in 2025, but this transformation creates clear winners and losers across industries. CRN’s comprehensive list reveals which companies are positioned to dominate the new computing frontier.
