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The MagPi 122

“Retro gaming with Pico W. From Dizzy to Doom, Raspberry Pi Pico is able to hold its own against far more expensive emulation systems. Retro specialist KG Orphanides digs deep into the emerging world of retro gaming with RP2040. Build …

Toshiba Boosts Transparent Cu2O Tandem Solar Cell to A New High

“Researchers at Japan’s Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO: 6502) have announced a significant advance in their work to develop an efficient, low cost and highly reliable tandem solar cell that raises the output of solar panels by layering a transparent solar …

Upgrading your Computer to Quantum

“Computers that can make use of the “spooky” properties of quantum mechanics to solve problems faster than current technology may sound alluring, but first they must overcome a massive disadvantage. Scientists from Japan may have found the answer through their …

USB PD Inverter

“The ATtiny212/412-based USB Power Delivery Inverter converts direct current from USB PD power supplies into sine wave alternating current with selectable voltage and adjustable frequency. For this purpose, the ATtiny’s powerful Timer/Counter D (TCD) controls an H-Bridge …

We proved Schrödinger wrong about color perception

“A project to improve data visualization ended up overturning a century-old model of color space that underpins industry standards for color everywhere from digital displays to paint. The opportunity to correct the work of Nobel Prize-winning physicist Erwin Schrödinger—yes …

Wireless Die and Wireless Receiver Using ESP-Now (Mental Die)

“The primary function of this die is to perform a magic trick. The Trick: Give this die to a friend or observer and ask them to keep it under a glass, while you have turned your back on them. And …

12V Lamp Flashing Circuit

“Here is a project that involves the electric side of your bike or car! we are building a 12V Bulb flashing circuit and I fully documented the necessary steps to achieve a working circuit for such purpose. You will not …

3D printing drones work like bees to build and repair structures while flying

“Imperial College London and Empa researchers have created a fleet of bee-inspired flying 3D printers for building and repairing structures in-flight. The technology could ultimately be used for manufacturing and building in difficult-to-access or dangerous locations such as tall buildings …

A Arduino RP2040 Standalone IoT Computer Running BASIC

“This instructable is about building standalone computers running a BASIC dialect suitable for IoT and interactive work. It uses low cost components that are readily available and can be integrated without much difficulty. So why running BASIC on a microcontroller …

AMD Ryzen 7020 Series Processors for Mobile Bring High-End Performance and Long Battery Life to Everyday Users

“Today, AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) unveiled the new Ryzen™ 7020 Series and Athlon™ 7020 Series Processor lineup, delivering the perfect balance of performance, productivity, and responsiveness. Built on the “Zen 2” core architecture and featuring AMD RDNA™ 2 graphics, the Ryzen …