Making your own keyboard from scratch isn't usually this hands-on, but the results are totally worth it. This custom Raspberry Pi Pico keypad comes from a maker known on Reddit as Duzitbetter who decided to 3D print the circuit inside. Where other makers would design their own PCB, Duzitbetter decided to 3D print custom channels to route copper wires from the keys to the Pico. The keypad has a 3 x 3 layout to support 3D printed keys fitted with Gateron switches. According to Duzitbetter, the board, circuit, case and keycaps were designed just for this project and 3D-printed using a Prusa MK3S. The printed circuit board is essentially a series of grooves in which copper wires can be pressed into place. Image 1 of 2 Image 2 of 2 The end result is a 9-key Pico-powered keypad that can be easily programmed with custom macros. Adjusting each key function is as easy as editing a file on the Pico which connects via micro USB. If you're interested in recreating … [Read more...] about Raspberry Pi Pico Uses 3D Printed Circuit In Mechanical Keypad
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US Moves to Cut Off Chinese Chipmaker SMIC With New Sanctions
The US governments' attempts to cripple Huawei's business have wreaked havoc on the company, but those efforts are part of a broader, concerted and long-standing strategy to deny China access to critical chipmaking technology . That strategy entered a new stage today as, according to Reuters and the Financial Times , the US slapped SMIC, China's largest chipmaker, with sanctions that will prevent it from attaining critically-needed equipment and design tools. The US government cites the potential use of the chipmaker's products in military applications as the rationale behind the decision. The new export controls bar software and equipment providers, like Lam Research, KLA Corp, and Applied Materials, from doing business with the company. The new sanctions intensify the already-existing sanctions against SMIC, which previously only affected end products. The export sanctions now target materials used to make chips, too. However, the US government did stop short of … [Read more...] about US Moves to Cut Off Chinese Chipmaker SMIC With New Sanctions
The best RPGs for iOS in 2021
Gaming on mobile devices gets better and better with every passing year. That’s especially true with services like Stadia, which make streaming games on your phone a tablet a totally viable way to enjoy AAA games. Gaming on iOS is particularly robust thanks to the operating system’s support of external controllers like Sony’s DualShock 4. The App Store also has a ton of great games – including ports and exclusives on the Apple Arcade . Trending in Mobile: What is 5G? 5G Network Coverage Map Of course, the best time sinks regardless of platform are RPGs. They offer hours of play, great stories, character customization, and deep combat and mechanics. If that’s what you’re looking for, here are the best RPGs for iOS you can play right now. We cover everything from ports to iOS exclusives. The best RPGs for iOS at a glance: Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic The Banner Saga Stardew Valley Genshin Impact Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition … [Read more...] about The best RPGs for iOS in 2021