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ModBerry 500 Series Updated with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Integration

Following the launch of the Raspberry Pi CM5, TECHBASE has introduced a new version of the ModBerry 500 series featuring this advanced embedded platform. The ModBerry 500 CM5 offers enhanced processing power and expanded features while maintaining compatibility with its predecessors, ensuring a streamlined transition for existing users.

Pocket 4 with 8.8″ High-Refresh LTPS Screen, 64GB RAM, 2TB SSD, and 45Wh Battery

Indiegogo recently introduced the GPD Pocket 4, a compact PC powered by AMD’s latest processors, including the Ryzen AI9 HX370. It features up to 64GB of LPDDR5x RAM, an M.2 NVMe port, Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, and more.

Interceptor Carrier Board v2.0 Adds 4 GbE Ports for RPi CM4 and Banana Pi CM4

This carrier board is equipped with a JMB585 PCIe to SATA controller, allowing connectivity for up to five HDDs or SSDs, complete with sleep and standby functionality. It also supports software RAID configurations, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10, providing robust data storage options. For networking needs, the board includes four gigabit Ethernet ports powered by an RTL8367 switch, ensuring high-speed connectivity for demanding applications.

Raspberry Pi Officially Launches Compute Module 5 Starting at $45

Raspberry Pi has launched the Compute Module 5, the modular iteration of the Raspberry Pi 5 single-board computer, now available starting at $45. Key features include Gigabit Ethernet, dual HDMI outputs, PCIe support, and more.

Raspberry Pi Adds 2.4GHz 802.11n wireless LAN and Bluetooth 5.2 To Pico 2 Board

The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W, launched at $7, is the wireless-enabled version of the Pico 2. Featuring the RP2350 microcontroller and a CYW43439 modem, it offers Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, making it a cost-effective option for Internet of Things projects.

Pilet: A Portable Cyber-Deck Powered by Raspberry Pi 5 and Dual 8000mAh Batteries

Pilet is an upcoming open-source portable mini-computer powered by Raspberry Pi 5, offering both versatility and portability. Initially named Consolo, it will be available in two models: a 5-inch and a 7-inch, to suit different needs.

Tor Project blog

Tor in Russia: A call for more WebTunnel bridges

One alarming trend is the targeted blocking by Russia of popular hosting providers. As many circumvention tools are using them, this action made some Tor bridges inaccessible to many users in Russia. As Roscomnadzor and internet service providers in Russia are increasing their blocking efforts, the need for more WebTunnel bridges has become urgent.

The freedom to browse with privacy

*=pseudonym.

New Alpha Release: Tor Browser 14.5a1

This version includes important security updates to Firefox.

New Release: Tor Browser 14.0.3

This version includes important security updates to Firefox.

9to5Linux

Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Launches as a Modular Version of Raspberry Pi 5

Designed as a modular version of the Raspberry Pi 5 single-board computer, the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 is powered by a 2.4GHz Quad-Core 64-bit ARM Cortex-A76 processor and it’s available with 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB of LPDDR4X-4267 SDRAM memory, as well as with 16GB, 32GB, or 64GB of MLC eMMC storage.

Mixxx 2.4.2 DJ App Adds Support for Intech TEK2 and Numark Scratch Controllers

Coming more than six months after Mixxx 2.4.1, the Mixxx 2.4.2 release introduces initial mappings for the Intech Studio TEK2, Numark Scratch, Reloop Mixage MK1, Reloop Mixage MK2, and Reloop Mixage Controller Edition controllers.

elementary OS 8 “Circe” Officially Released, Based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

Based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) and powered by Linux kernel 6.8, elementary OS 8 introduces a new Secure Session to ensure apps respect your privacy and require your consent, a brand new dock with productive multitasking and window management features, and PipeWire as the default media server.

Firefox 134 Enters Beta, Promises Support for Touchpad Hold Gestures on Linux

Firefox 134 looks like a very small release promising only support for touchpad hold gestures on Linux, allowing users to interrupt kinetic (momentum) scrolling by placing two fingers on the touchpad. This feature was initially planned for Firefox 133, but it was delayed as it was needed for testing.

KDE Plasma 6.2.4 Re-Enables HDR Mode for Users on NVIDIA 565 and Linux 6.11

One of the most interesting changes in KDE Plasma 6.2.4 is support for enabling the HDR mode on GNU/Linux distributions using the NVIDIA 565.57.1 (beta) or later graphics driver for NVIDIA GPU users and Linux kernel 6.11 or later for Intel GPU users. Using previous versions of the NVIDIA graphics driver and Linux kernel results in an unstable HDR experience.

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Today in Techrights

posted by Roy Schestowitz on Jul 30, 2024

We do not learn by experience, but by our capacity for experience - Buddha

Updated This Past Day

  1. Genuinely Worried About Taiwan, a Tech Powerhouse That Gave Us EEE PC
    Taiwan is an avid adopter of GNU/Linux and home of the EEE PC, the first netbook of its kind, which also shipped GNU/Linux by default (out of the box)
  2. Addictive Behaviour Leads to a False Measure of Productivity
    Ensure the metrics to strive for actually make sense, rather than release endorphins
  3. Something for GNU/Linux Aficionados to Celebrate and Take Note of, Fake Microsoft 'Results' Coming Tomorrow
    Be very sceptical but what Microsoft's media operatives already draft for tomorrow
  4. Central Staff Committee of the European Patent Office (EPO) Reports Growing Secrecy at the EPO
    "the first bonus round of 2024 ... been notably missing any statistics at all"
  5. ZDNet Has Become a Shopping Spam Site, Just Like the Sister Site CNET
    In many ways the site has become an SEO farm and is practically dead as a news source

    New

  6. Gemini Links 29/07/2024: Automation vs Scarcity and Understanding Gemini
    Links for the day
  7. Windows Kills Even When There's No War
    Russians or no Russians, war or no war, Microsoft kills. It's time to get rid of it.
  8. Something Went Horribly Wrong For Microsoft in Finland
    In the past 2 years Vista 11 hardly grew among versions of Windows
  9. Defining Pseudo-journalists
    Three days ago WikiLeaks shared the image
  10. Fight Less, Collaborate More
    Competition is OK, committing crimes is not OK
  11. [Meme] When It Gets Harder to Make Ends Meet in a Family (Without Promotions)
    EPO salaries decreasing, working hours/stress increase every year, so what might this lead to?
  12. [Meme] Engaging With Women
    "You hurt my feelings."
  13. Anti-Free Software Militants Reported to the Police for Second Time This Month
    They have resorted to criminal activities against not only yours truly but also relatives
  14. Links 29/07/2024: Persistent Microsoft Layoffs Cause More Unions to Form
    Links for the day
  15. Poul-Henning Kamp (phk) Explains Insecure Boot
    Monopolies always abuse their power
  16. [Video] Software Freedom Starts With Code and Needs Coders, Not Microsofters and Pseudo-Politicians in Charge
    Geeks get replaced by wannabe politicians who cannot and do not code
  17. Mozilla Firefox Used to Dominate Cuba, Now It's Chrome
    Firefox also 4 times bigger than Microsoft
  18. Gemini Links 29/07/2024: Starting Chess and Why Automation is Not a Panacea
    Links for the day
  19. Responding to Us In Mastodon
    Because many of those people who claim to have issues with us actually have personal issues
  20. In Thailand, Microsoft and Mozilla Now Have the Same Share (Roughly)
    Perhaps one day the share of GNU/Linux in Thailand will be similar to India's
  21. [Meme] ZDNet's Downfall Will be the SPAM (the Editor Moved From CNET to ZDNet, the Strategy Moved Also)
    Jason Hiner, ZDNet Editor In Chief
  22. [Meme] Microsoft's Concept of a 'Secure' Boot
    "Linux is communism, I refuse to let you use it"
  23. [Video] UEFI Insecure Boot: Another Nail in the Coffin
    let's discuss the matter
  24. Lessened Accountability Because Technology Replaces Humans for Many Tasks
    It's a big problem when machines cannot be held accountable but at the same time inherit tasks where accountability is legally essential
  25. Over at Tux Machines...
    GNU/Linux news for the past day
  26. IRC Proceedings: Sunday, July 28, 2024
    IRC logs for Sunday, July 28, 2024
  27. The Politics of Calls for Assassination
    wanting to assassinate people is wrong and calling for assassinations is also wrong
  28. China and India: High-Impact Nations in the Future of Computing
    In India, GNU/Linux rose to 16.2% today
  29. A Month of Mass Layoffs at Microsoft
    Microsoft isn't doing well and in the coming days one must look carefully or watch out for what Microsoft hides from the public (and shareholders)

    The corresponding text-only bulletin for Monday contains all the text.

    Top-read articles (excluding bot/crawler visits):

    Span from 2024-07-23 to 2024-07-29
    2097 /n/2024/07/27/Slashdot_is_Acting_as_a_Spamming_Service_for_Microsoft_Apparent.shtml
    1681 /n/2024/07/22/For_the_First_Time_Since_May_Linux_com_Linux_Foundation_Publish.shtml
    1091 /n/2024/07/27/Estimated_or_Educated_Guess_at_Number_of_Desktops_and_Laptops_W.shtml
    928 /n/2024/07/24/Libre_SOC_Insiders_Explain_How_Libre_SOC_and_Funding_for_Libre_.shtml

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