Google's Pixel smartphones support the LHDC Bluetooth audio codec with the Android 17 update. Here's everything you need to ...

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Samsung introduces a monthly fee for its SmartThings API starting October 2026, impacting Home Assistant users and DIY tech ...

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An old smartphone can do far more than sit forgotten in a drawer. With the right apps and a stable Wi-Fi connection, it can ...

Spread the love“`html Connecting sensors to Arduino opens up a vast array of possibilities for hobbyists and professionals alike, transforming ideas into functional prototypes and projects. Whether ...

SAN DIEGO, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Arduino and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. have announced the launch of Hackster's first global developer contest of 2026, inviting engineers, makers, and ...

It’s the moment you hard-core hardware nerds have been waiting for: the reveal of the 2025 Hackaday Supercon Communicator Badge. And this year, we’ve outdone ourselves, but that’s thanks to help from ...

In a deal that surprised some industry observers, chipmaker Qualcomm has agreed to buy Arduino, which is best known for supplying microcontrollers to the DIY community. The acquisition, whose terms ...

Looking for practical Arduino projects? This guide shows how to control a relay from your smartphone using an Arduino Uno — either via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi with an ESP8266 ESP-01 module. With ...

If you’ve dabbled in Arduino, home automation, or built your own smart plug, chances are you’ve touched at least one ESP module. These modules are cheap, flexible, and surprisingly powerful. They’re a ...