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Posted on by Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) - 2 Comments on UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit review – Benchmarks and AI workloads on an Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Arrow Lake SBC

UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit review – Benchmarks and AI workloads on an Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Arrow Lake SBC

UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit review

That’s the last part of my review of three Intel-based UP AI development kits, and after testing the UP TWL AI Dev Kit with an Intel N150 CPU and the UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit with an Intel N150 CPU coupled with an Hailo-8L M.2 AI accelerator, I’ll now report my experience with the high-end UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit with a 14-core Intel Core Ultra 5 225H “Arrow Lake” single board computer with Intel Arc 130T graphics delivering up to a combined 83 TOPS of AI performance. I’ve followed the same procedure as with the previous models, using the pre-installed Ubuntu 24.04 Pro operating system to report system information, run some benchmarks, and go through AI workloads using Nx Meta and the AAEON UP AI Toolkit system. It just ran additional benchmarks and tests since it’s my first Intel Arrow Lake platform. UP Xtreme ARL system […]

Posted on by Debashis Das - 7 Comments on IoT HDMI switch – An ESP32-C3-powered 2-source HDMI switch automated with Home Assistant

IoT HDMI switch – An ESP32-C3-powered 2-source HDMI switch automated with Home Assistant

IoT HDMI Switch

Designed by Guimpt in Spain, the IoT HDMI Switch is an ESP32-C3-based open-source HDMI switch that integrates with Home Assistant and ESPHome to automate up to two HDMI inputs for TVs, monitors, or projectors. It targets smart home setups that need seamless source switching without manually handling cables. It includes a 3D-printed enclosure for a compact install behind media equipment. The device also offers open hardware and firmware for easy upgrade, and it lets users switch inputs via phone, voice assistant, or a button. It also supports automations such as automatically selecting a game console or media player. It works with common HDMI devices like Chromecast, Raspberry Pi, PCs, and consoles, making it ideal for smart home enthusiasts, DIY tinkerers, and anyone who wants a hands-free media setup. IoT HDMI Switch specifications: SoC – Espressif Systems ESP32-C3FH4 Single-core 32-bit RISC-V microcontroller @ up to 160 MHz Memory – 400 KB […]

Posted on by Debashis Das - 6 Comments on Olimex LT8912B-based MIPI-HDMI adapter board adds HDMI output to the ESP32-P4-Devkit board

Olimex LT8912B-based MIPI-HDMI adapter board adds HDMI output to the ESP32-P4-Devkit board

LT8912B MIPI to HDMI adapter board

Olimex MIPI-HDMI adapter board is built around Lontium Semiconductors’ LT8912B MIPI DSI to HDMI bridge chip designed to work with their own ESP32-P4-DevKit. The board outputs up to 1080p60 8-bit HDMI via its LT8912B converter and supports 1–4 MIPI DSI data lanes (80 Mbps to 1.5 Gbps per lane) in continuous-clock mode, outputting HDMI 1.4 video in a compact 60 × 24 mm form factor. These features make it suitable for UI rendering, video streaming, media playback, vision workflows, and HMI applications like digital signage, kiosk systems, and portable multimedia devices. Olimex MIPI-HDMI adapter specifications: Mail Chip – LT8912B Single-Channel MIPI DSI Bridge to LVDS/HDMI/MHL converter MIPI Interface 15-pin FPC connector 1 clock lane + 1 to 4 data lanes D-PHY 1.1 and DSI 1.02 compliant 80 Mbps to 1.5 Gbps per lane supported data rate Continuous-clock mode only HDMI output HDMI Type-A connector HDMI 1.4 transmitter Up to 1080p […]

Posted on by Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) - No Comments on Jetway B420UADN1 fanless Intel N97 mini PC supports three 4K displays for kiosks and digital signage applications

Jetway B420UADN1 fanless Intel N97 mini PC supports three 4K displays for kiosks and digital signage applications

Intel N97 digital signage mini PC

Jetway B420UADN1 is a compact Intel N97 fanless mini PC designed for kiosks and digital signage applications with support for up to three independent 4K displays through four display interfaces: HDMI, DisplayPort, and two USB-C with DP Alt mode. At first, I thought we had already covered it since the Jetway B420PADN1 embedded box PC has a similar design, but it only comes with one HDMI port. The new B420UADN1 fanless mini PC also supports DDR5 SO-DIMM memory and M.2 NVMe or SATA storage, and offers two 2.5GbE ports, optional WiFi/Bluetooth support, a 3.5mm audio jack, a few USB 3.2/2.0 Type-A ports, and an RS-232/442/485 COM port for peripherals like barcode readers. Jetway B420UADN1 specifications: SoC – Intel Processor N97 quad-core Alder Lake-N CPU @ up to 3.6 GHz with 6MB cache, 24 EU Intel UHD graphics @ up to 1.20 GHz; TDP: 12W System Memory –  Up to 32GB […]

Posted on by Debashis Das - 2 Comments on Waveshare’s updated Raspberry Pi 5 dual micro HDMI to HDMI adapter adds NVMe storage support

Waveshare’s updated Raspberry Pi 5 dual micro HDMI to HDMI adapter adds NVMe storage support

Raspberry Pi 5 PCIe To M.2 Multifunctional Adapter

Waveshare has recently released the Pi5 Connector Adapter (C), an upgraded version of its earlier Pi5 Connector Adapter, adding support for M.2 NVMe SSDs and enabling direct OS booting from an SSD. The board connects to the Raspberry Pi 5 via its 16-pin PCIe interface and supports M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230/2242 sizes with PCIe Gen2/Gen3 speeds. It also converts the Pi’s micro HDMI ports into full-size HDMI connectors and brings all ports on one side next to the USB and Ethernet ports of the SBC. It offers two methods for power: a USB-C input or a screw-terminal supply. Pi5 Connector Adapter (C) specifications: Supported SBC – Raspberry Pi 5 (it can support the Raspberry Pi 4B too, but the SSD functionality will not work) Storage – M.2 M-key 2230 / 2242 socket for NVMe SSD (support direct OS boot) Display – 2x HDMI outputs via 2x micro HDMI input […]

Posted on by Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) - 1 Comment on Eazeye Radiant 15.6-inch portable transflective LCD review

Eazeye Radiant 15.6-inch portable transflective LCD review

Eazeye Radiant transflective LCD sunlight vs laptop

Eazeye sent me a sample of the Radiant 15.6-inch transflective LCD review for review after I wrote about the Eazeye 2.0 24-inch reflective LCD monitor last August. Yes, there’s been a little bit of miscommunication as I got a transflective LCD (TLCD) launched last year, instead of the new reflective LCD (RLCD). But that’s OK. While those are two different technologies, both monitors are designed to rely on natural light, and I assumed either would perform better outdoors and reduce eye strain compared to traditional portable monitors or laptop displays. Let’s find out. Eazeye Radiant unboxing and specifications I received the portable monitor in a retail box. The main surprise here was that I was expecting a 24-inch monitor, and this looked a little small. I quickly realized the Radiant was a 15.6-inch model instead. We can get part of the specifications on the back side of the package. But […]

Posted on by Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) - 1 Comment on 4-inch square HDMI displays with USB touchscreen sell for $33 and up

4-inch square HDMI displays with USB touchscreen sell for $33 and up

4-inch HDMI touchscreen displays raspberry pi

We’ve already seen some small HDMI displays, mostly useful for SBCs like Raspberry Pi boards, including a 7-inch monitor with a stand, a 7-inch HDMI touchscreen display, and a 7.9-inch ultrawide HDMI display. Today, I’ve come across another form factor with two 4-inch square HDMI touchscreen displays with 720×720 resolution: the VIEWE model appears to be new and is the cheaper of the two at about $33, while the Waveshare “4inch HDMI LCD (C)” has been around for a couple of years and offers extra features such as a 3.5 mm audio jack and speakers support, and mounting for Raspberry Pi 3/4/5 single board computers with adapters. VIEWE 4-inch square HDMI touchscreen display VIEWE 4-inch HDMI display (UEDX72720040-HMD-RB-A) specifications: Display 4-inch square HDMI TFT display with 720×720 resolution ST7703 display driver Brightness – 300 cd/㎡ Active area – 71.93 x 71.93 mm Touchscreen – 5-point capacitive touch screen via USB-C […]

Posted on by Debashis Das - 6 Comments on Luckfox PicoKVM – A low-cost IP-KVM with 1080p HDMI capture, Wake-on-LAN, virtual storage emulation

Luckfox PicoKVM – A low-cost IP-KVM with 1080p HDMI capture, Wake-on-LAN, virtual storage emulation

Luckfox PicoKVM with case and 1.54inch touch display

Luckfox PicoKVM is a compact and low-cost IP-KVM tool designed for the remote management of PCs, servers, and development boards. Like other KVM solutions, this allows users to control a computer or board remotely, even when it’s turned off or when accessing the BIOS. Built around the Rockchip RV1106 Cortex-A7 processor with 256MB DDR3 and 8GB eMMC storage, the PicoKVM supports 1080p60 video capture with H.264 encoding and 80–200 ms latency. The device integrates HDMI input, a 100 Mbps Ethernet port, and USB-C for HID and USB storage emulation, while the full version adds a 1.54-inch touchscreen display for status monitoring. Additional features include Wake-on-LAN, MicroSD card storage expansion, GPIO-based power control, web and serial terminals, and support for custom scripting. Luckfox PicoKVM specifications: SoC – Rockchip RV1106G3 CPU – Arm Cortex A7 @ 1.2GHz with an integrated RISC-V co-processor. NPU – 1 TOPS 4th-gen Rockchip NPU with hybrid quantization (int4, int8, int16) […]

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