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Retro Computer & Video Games Timeline

History of Retro Games – Retro Computer and Video Games Timeline from the 1970s to 1990s

February 5, 2021 by Chris Garrett

Retro computing and retro games have had a renaissance. I love it. The community has never been so vibrant. As I write this, my friend …

Read moreHistory of Retro Games – Retro Computer and Video Games Timeline from the 1970s to 1990s

Quit Zoom Call Macro Key – How to Make a Custom Cherry MX USB Macro Keyboard/Keypad with Arduino

December 30, 2020 by Chris Garrett

Ever wondered how to create your own custom keyboard or keypad? Do you want a fast way to quit out of Zoom calls? Today we’re …

Read moreQuit Zoom Call Macro Key – How to Make a Custom Cherry MX USB Macro Keyboard/Keypad with Arduino

Easiest. Hackintosh. Ever. – How to Install MacOS Virtual Machine on Your PC Using Sosumi & Ubuntu

November 29, 2020 by Chris Garrett

Today, we’re going to create the world’s easiest Hackintosh using the virtual MacOS package, Sosumi.

Read moreEasiest. Hackintosh. Ever. – How to Install MacOS Virtual Machine on Your PC Using Sosumi & Ubuntu
Grove Ultrasonic Rangefinder Sensor

Ultrasonic Rangefinding with the Wio Terminal and Grove Ultrasonic Sensor

November 28, 2020 by Chris Garrett

Seeed sent me a Wio Terminal to play with, and I have to say I am impressed. Rather than do a straight review, I thought I would show …

Read moreUltrasonic Rangefinding with the Wio Terminal and Grove Ultrasonic Sensor

Are You Making Soldering More Difficult than Necessary?

January 8, 2019 by Chris Garrett

Soldering. Love it, hate it, tolerate it, but if you are into electronics, learn to do it. Are you making it more difficult for yourself …

Read moreAre You Making Soldering More Difficult than Necessary?

Arduino Stepper with Potentiometer Speed Control

October 24, 2018 by Chris Garrett

For my 3D printed turntable I obviously need some way to turn the turntable, and preferably for video and scanning, some method to …

Read moreArduino Stepper with Potentiometer Speed Control
raspberry pi security camera

Raspberry Pi Security Camera

October 9, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Have you been wanting a wifi camera? Maybe for some added security, or perhaps to monitor the kids/pets/roommate?

Turn your Raspberry …

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Adafruit Arcade Button Enclosure

Laser Cut Box for the Massive Adafruit Arcade Button

September 23, 2018 by Chris Garrett

The “Massive Adafruit Arcade Button” is one of my favorites, I just find it comically large. Therefore whenever I get a …

Read moreLaser Cut Box for the Massive Adafruit Arcade Button

Build a Macro Keyboard “Stream Deck” with Raspberry Pi Zero and Hyperpixel 4.0 Graphical Touch Screen

September 22, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Can you build a DIY version of the Elgato Stream Deck? Many people could tell this is what I was building up to. I think we are …

Read moreBuild a Macro Keyboard “Stream Deck” with Raspberry Pi Zero and Hyperpixel 4.0 Graphical Touch Screen

DJI/Ryze Tello Mini-Drone Review

April 12, 2018 by Chris Garrett

DJI/Ryze Tello Mini-Drone is, as the name suggests, a new and tiny drone from the people who created my lovely DJI Mavic Pro. The …

Read moreDJI/Ryze Tello Mini-Drone Review
GrovePi Gyro, Buttons, Displays

Using Grove Sensors, Buttons, and Displays, with Raspberry Pi and Python

March 22, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Grove sensors are a plug and play way to add sensors, buttons, displays, and actuators to your electronics projects, without soldering. …

Read moreUsing Grove Sensors, Buttons, and Displays, with Raspberry Pi and Python
Cryptocurrency Mining Rig

Building a Cryptocurrency Mining Rig is Easier than You Might Think

February 9, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Can your PC mine bitcoin? If you are interested in dipping your toe into cryptocurrency mining then fear not - it might be easier than …

Read moreBuilding a Cryptocurrency Mining Rig is Easier than You Might Think

Can I replace my iMac with a DIY PC?

February 1, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Can I replace my 2012 iMac with a DIY PC that is at least as powerful? Can I do it for less than a new iMac would cost me? Will it run …

Read moreCan I replace my iMac with a DIY PC?

Adding a GPU with Powered PCIe Risers

January 29, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Adding a GPU (graphics card) to your PC, but not enough space or full length slots available? a great solution is to use a "Powered PCIe …

Read moreAdding a GPU with Powered PCIe Risers

Get Started with the Internet of Things with an ESP8266 IoT Sensor/Timer

January 27, 2018 by Chris Garrett

  Lots of people ask me about IoT (“The Internet of Things”). It’s a currently warm, if no longer hot, buzzword. …

Read moreGet Started with the Internet of Things with an ESP8266 IoT Sensor/Timer
TP Link Powerline Ethernet Adapter

Cheap solution for WiFi dead spots – TP-Link PowerLine Ethernet Review

January 25, 2018 by Chris Garrett

When I put together my brand new Virtual Reality PC I immediately encountered a problem. Wifi dead zone.

Read moreCheap solution for WiFi dead spots – TP-Link PowerLine Ethernet Review
Grove i2c LCD

Playing with Grove – LCD Displays

January 23, 2018 by Chris Garrett

Recently I have come around to really enjoy the Grove sensors and displays from Seeed. They are so convenient!

Read morePlaying with Grove – LCD Displays
LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Robot

Maker Kits for Making Maker Kids

November 6, 2017 by Chris Garrett

It must be building up to gift-giving season because I have been asked a whole bunch of times for ideas for what parents should buy …

Read moreMaker Kits for Making Maker Kids
Halloween Electronics/3d printing projects

3D Printed “Spooky” Arduino/Raspberry Pi Electronics Projects for Halloween

October 31, 2017 by Chris Garrett

Halloween is an awesome time for makers. Each year I like to beat my previous year’s builds. For Halloween this year I thought I …

Read more3D Printed “Spooky” Arduino/Raspberry Pi Electronics Projects for Halloween
SILENTSTEPSTICK

SilentStepStick clones and things to look out for.

August 18, 2017 by Ben Eadie

SilentStepStick clones are often talked about in forums and groups as a great solution (and they can be!), but I just became aware of an …

Read moreSilentStepStick clones and things to look out for.

Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless first boot issues

March 13, 2017 by Chris Garrett

So there I am. Happy as a little boy on Christmas morning. I just got my Raspberry Pi Zero Wireless in the mail! WHOOT!!!!  I’m …

Read moreRaspberry Pi Zero Wireless first boot issues

Is Making an Expensive Hobby?

December 3, 2016 by Chris Garrett

Is making expensive? Just lately I have had a few people imply I was wasting my money on all this electronics/3d printing shenanigans. …

Read moreIs Making an Expensive Hobby?

Easy (and Cheap!) Craft Foam Wheels for Robots and Toys

October 25, 2016 by Ben Eadie

Need some wheels for your robot or kid’s toy, but don’t want to spend the crazy prices or wait ages for delivery? When …

Read moreEasy (and Cheap!) Craft Foam Wheels for Robots and Toys

Pocket CHIP Review

August 31, 2016 by Chris Garrett

My Pocket CHIP finally came after backing the Kickstarter! What's it like? Read on to find out ...

Read morePocket CHIP Review
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