For many of us, rest in the historical sense—the active version—is only imaginable after a lifetime of work, in retirement. More than two thousand years ago, the Roman stoic philosopher Seneca wrote a letter to his friend Paulinus, urging against a certain type of rest: I do not summon you to slothful or idle inaction, … Continue reading Vacation is a poor substitute for leisure
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Vigek IOT Core – An IOT Platform that can take photos
Meet the Vigek IOT Core Vigek IOT Core is a cheap, small, modular, and APP controlled IOT development board that brings WiFi and camera together. It works stand alone and can be as flexible as you need it to be. For DIYers, no programming, just take the Vigek IOT Core along with the available APP, … Continue reading Vigek IOT Core – An IOT Platform that can take photos
Noki: The smart doorlock for Europe
About this project What is Noki? Noki is the first smart doorlock produced in and for Europe. With Noki you will no longer have to carry a key, just having your smartphone in your pocket is enough to enter your house. Noki is designed to fit on doorlocks with EU cylinders. It can be easily … Continue reading Noki: The smart doorlock for Europe
Slider Lapse for a camera
Slider-lapse adds the magic of movement to your time lapse photography. It works with a phone, Gopro, or compact camera. About this project We've created a product that can produce beautiful time lapse sequences at a fraction of the cost of even the cheapest time lapse sliders currently on the market. This allows people with low … Continue reading Slider Lapse for a camera
Power over Ethernet for Raspberry Pi
Introducing...Pi PoE! The Pi PoE Switch HAT is an add on board for the Raspberry Pi that brings the Pi Supply Switch technology together with PoE all in one fantastic package! You can now power your Raspberry Pi and provide an Ethernet connection in any location with just a single cable. Perfect for removing the … Continue reading Power over Ethernet for Raspberry Pi
Speech controlled robot for home appliance
About this project Introducing LoveLinkU, the Ultimate Voice-Controlled Robot LoveLinkU is revolutionary technology that will change the way you interact with your home, and the loved ones living in it, forever. It is the ultimate voice-controlled robot that recognizes your unique voice print and does as you command. Whether you’re stuck in traffic and need … Continue reading Speech controlled robot for home appliance
Speech recognition with an Arduino shield
About this project Hi Everyone! My name is Patrick Mitchell. Thank you for taking the time to visit my eleventh Kickstarter Campaign! Several years ago, we at Engineeringshock Electronics wanted to create a device that would allow for users to use speech samples to control their circuitry without having to interface with a PC. From … Continue reading Speech recognition with an Arduino shield
Pozyx: accurate indoor positioning for Arduino
About this project Pozyx in the press popular mechanics | elektor | geeky gadgets | fabcross (jp) | EEtimes europe | postscapes | technology.org | makery Stretch goals Read the project update for more info on the stretch goals. What is Pozyx? Pozyx is the first affordable and easy-to-use hardware solution that provides accurate indoor (and outdoor) positioning … Continue reading Pozyx: accurate indoor positioning for Arduino
A GPS tracking device using low-cost SIGFOX network
About this project HidnSeek is a smart Global Positioning Tracking Device with NO GSM fee - which connects using the low cost SIGFOX network and an easy to use smartphone application. Our concept for HidnSeek is based on creating a smart GPS tracker which not only provides you with 5 minutes accurate geo-localisation update, combined … Continue reading A GPS tracking device using low-cost SIGFOX network
Home garden
About this project Lilo is the easy way to grow fresh herbs at home, all year round. You can grow three different plants simultaneously, and liven up your meals with fresh and tasty herbs. Your plants will love Lilo: start growing classics such as basil, thyme, and mint. Once you’re ready, move on to others like … Continue reading Home garden
Eric's playground 