25 Dollar Computer? Seriously?
Raspberry Pi – Exciting computing project with endless possibilities at a price that can’t be beat.
At an expected price of US $25 to $35 for the model A and B respectively, who can’t afford one. Or two or three!
Release date is expected Feburary 2012. You can sign up as well as find all the latest details at http://www.raspberrypi.org
My mind is already spinning with thoughts of how and where to use these. My first one will probably be a Boxee Box or XBMC type project.
Tell us what you plan to use one for or what you’d like to see.
Here’s a few of the specs:
GENERAL
What’s the difference between Model A and Model B?
Model A has 128Mb of RAM, one USB port and no Ethernet (network connection). Model B has 256Mb RAM, 2 USB port and an Ethernet port.
What are the dimensions of the Raspberry Pi?
The Raspberry Pi measures 85.60mm x 53.98mm x 17mm, with a little overlap for the SD card and connectors which project over the edges. It weighs 45g.
What SoC are you using?
The SoC is a Broadcom BCM2835. This contains an ARM1176JZFS, with floating point, running at 700Mhz, and a Videocore 4 GPU. The GPU is capable of BluRay quality playback, using H.264 at 40MBits/s. It has a fast 3D core accessed using the supplied OpenGL ES2.0 and OpenVG libraries.
Tell us what you plan to do with one?
Tags: Linux, Micro PC, Raspberry Pi
TP-LINK’s New 150Mbps Wireless N Mini Pocket Router and Portable 3G/3.75G Wireless N Router
Connect all your favorite electronic devices… anywhere…
The two new Portable Wireless N Routers are designed to provide high-speed Internet access anywhere you go. Both routers are ideal for connecting tablet computers, smart phones, portable gaming consoles, and other mobile electronic devices while on-the-go.
The new 150Mbps Wireless N Mini Pocket Router (TL-WR700N) can be used to create an instant Wi-Fi hotspot by plugging in an Ethernet cable from your existing network or modem. It is a smart solution to efficiently expand your wireless network for the use of Wi-Fi enabled laptops, mobile phones, tablets, game consoles and more. The Mini Pocket Router operates as an Access Point to create a Wi-Fi hotspot from a wired source. It also functions as a Wireless Router, Range Extender or Wireless Bridge. The stylish cube design is small enough to fit into your pocket and plugs right into an electrical outlet without the hassle of using a power cord.
TP-LINK also introduces its new Portable 3G/3.75G Wireless N Router (TL-MR3020) which connects to the Internet via 3G cellular networks — the same network that your mobile phone uses — to keep you online and connected anywhere. Simply plug in the 3G USB modem to TL-MR3020 and establish a Wi-Fi hotspot instantly. With its travel-size design, TL-MR3020 is compact enough to take on the road and share its 3G Internet connection wherever coverage is available. The device comes with three adjustable modes: 3G Router Mode, WISP Client Router Mode, and Access Point Mode. Additionally it can be used as a Wireless Router, Range Extender or Wireless Bridge. The router can be powered through a USB connection or external power adapter, both included with the device.
150Mbps Wireless N Mini Pocket Router (TL-WR700N) – $29.99 – Available 11/23/11
- Wireless N speeds of up to 150Mbps*
- Compact, sleek design
- Fully compliant with 2.4GHz-2.4835GHz Wireless Frequency
- Supports AP, Bridge, Repeater (Range Extender), Wireless Router operation modes
- Compatible with any Wi-Fi enabled devices, such as iPhoneTM, iPadTM, AndroidTM Phones, KindleTM, game consoles and other entertainment devices
- Advanced security and encryptions
Portable 3G/3.75G Wireless N Router (TL-MR3020) – $39.99 – Available 12/14/11
- Wireless N speeds of up to 150Mbps*
- Compact design, ideal for travel
- Compatible with UMTS/HSPA/EVDO USB 3G Modems
- Fully compliant with 2.4GHz-2.4835GHz Wireless Frequency
- Supports 3G Router, AP, Bridge, Repeater (Range Extender), Wireless Router, WISP Client operation modes
- Powered by USB connection or external power adapter
- Compatible with any Wi-Fi enabled devices, such as iPhoneTM, iPadTM, AndroidTM Phones, KindleTM, game consoles and other entertainment devices
- Advanced security and encryptions
PointHub Reveals Thousands of “Free” Rewards Airline Flights Still Available for Thanksgiving Travel
Powerful “Cash vs. Points® Recommendation Engine” Helps Consumers Reduce $16 Billion Lost Annually in Unused Frequent Flyer Miles and Rewards Points
PointHub (http://www.pointhub.com/), a free loyalty program shopping and management destination, revealed today that there are thousands of airline flights to popular U.S. cities available for Thanksgiving travel using frequent flyer miles and rewards points. And, for those who don’t want to stay with their mother-in-law, there are hundreds of hotel rooms available using rewards points for the holiday in most markets.
“Many people think it is too late to use rewards to book travel this Thanksgiving, but our search shows there are thousands of rewards flights still available on most of the major airlines. The high cost of holiday travel might prevent some people from visiting their families, but frequent flyer miles and reward points can make their reunion possible,” said Justin Byers, PointHub Founder. “With one search, PointHub makes it easy to find and book rewards travel for free. Users no longer have to remember multiple loyalty account numbers and passwords, blackout dates and restrictions, or search many sites to find their best value booking option.”
Based on research from PointHub’s proprietary Cash vs. Points® Recommendation Engine, there are 8,467* airline rewards flights available from New York, for example, to the following four popular destinations: Los Angeles (2,034), Miami (1,195), Chicago (1,757), and Detroit (883); 2,598 are available from Los Angeles to New York.
PointHub goes beyond answering the question, “Can I use my rewards points when making travel plans?” with its breakthrough Cash vs. Points® Recommendation Engine, which shows consumers whether they should use their points or not. After eliminating blackout periods and cross-referencing factors such as redemption fees, elite status opportunities, point expiration risk, and travel preferences, PointHub provides side-by-side “best value” travel recommendations that can actually be booked using cash or rewards points. PointHub is free and eliminates the need to visit multiple sites and remember multiple account numbers and passwords to book award travel, saving consumers countless hours and leaving more money for them to spend while on vacation.
“PointHub is the solution to help consumers stop losing $16 billion annually in unused frequent flyer miles and rewards points because it’s safe, free and makes booking reward travel easy,” add Byers. “Since PointHub’s August launch, our users have saved $545,750 in airfare and hotels using their rewards programs,” says Byers.
About PointHub: Santa Monica, CA –based PointHub (www.pointhub.com) is a free loyalty program shopping and management destination whose patent-pending Cash vs. Points® Recommendation Engine strengthens consumer decision-making through qualified, real-time, side-by-side comparisons between purchase price and rewards points. PointHub is the single best source for powerful point-redemption recommendations, point loss prevention, and rewards program management. Visit www.pointhub.com/press for more details. Follow us on Twitter (@PointHub). Like us on Facebook (facebook.com/pointhub). Read our blog (http://blog.pointhub.com/).
*As of October 31 for travel departing on November 23 and returning on November 27, 2011
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