Open Source Hardware Certifications for January 2025
Take a look at our 3 favorite open source hardware certifications for January 2025.
GPS
This Poké Ball Wiggles When Pokémon Are Nearby
This Poké Ball is made to wiggle when there are Pokémon nearby, so you can save your phone for when you need it.
Adding GPS to Your Electronic Product (and How to Scale Up)
If you’re planning on making a product with GPS capabilities here’s what you’ll need to know about available GPS modules and their relative cost.
This “Camera Restricta” Stops You from Taking Lame Photos
A prototype iPhone accessory prevents you from taking predictable, touristy photos by locking down the shutter when it detects that you’re standing in a commonly photographed area.
Smart Bike Tweeted its Cross-Country Journey
Precious is the name of the sensor laden anthropomorphized bicycle modified by New York makers Zolty, Mattias Gunneras, and Michael Lipton of Breakfast. The project started when its rider, Janeen, had decided to ride across the US on the TransAmerica Trail to raise money for LIVESTRONG. The crew at Breakfast wanted to lend support and saw it as an opportunity to create something different and exciting.
Arduino-Based Vehicle Tracker With GPS+GPRS
Homebrew tracking device was designed using an Arduino Uno and GPRS+GPS shield.
Using it to track persons is highly illegal unless you belong to an alphabet agency.
New in the Maker Shed: Ultimate GPS Breakout
It’s hard to find a good, reliable GPS module, which is why haven’t carried one. But when when we tested the Adafruit Ultimate GPS, we knew it was worthy enough to be in the Maker Shed!
