64-bit single-board computer kickstarted

24 February 2016 Computer/Embedded Technology

A Kickstarter campaign touting itself as a ‘single board super computer’ has shattered its funding goal of $31 416 – at the time of writing, more than $1,7 million had been pledged by almost 37 000 backers. Called PINE A64, the expandable computer is priced at just $15, and packs a quad-core ARM A53 64-bit processor that runs at 1,2 GHz.

The board runs on 5 V power through Micro-USB or from a 3,7 V battery. The standard model includes two USB ports, HDMI output, 3,5 mm audio/mic output, Ethernet port and two I/O expansion buses, while a higher-end $19 version features three additional ports to add optional accessories such as a camera module, touch panel module and LCD panel port.

Since PINE A64 is an open source platform, it can run any operating system but Ubuntu, Android or openHAB IoT are recommended. It stores its boot disk on a removable MicroSD card capable of supporting up to 256 GB, allowing users to update, re-install or even swap operating systems by simply removing a card and inserting a new one.

For more information visit www.pine64.com

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