16 bit mini handheld video arcade Disassembling a 16-bit mini handheld video arcade revealed a fairly uncomplex interior with most of the functionality being handled by a blob chip on a single-sided PCB. Despite the simplicity, the impressive design manages to fit 156 games into flash storage on a multi-layered daughter board, which helps simplify the main board's design. While not as hackable as hoped, the teardown provided an interesting glimpse into the device's construction. 26 January 2024
Flashing the TS80P with IronOS In this blog post, I explore the TS80P soldering iron, a tool that has been generating buzz. One of the highlights is that its firmware can be flashed with an open source system called IronOS. Here, I share my process of flashing the TS80P with IronOS and testing it out on a Raspberry Pico W. Please note, a Quick Charge or Power Delivery supporting power supply is needed for this iron. While running some tests, I observed that using a fast charger can heat this iron up twice as fast as using an Apple charger. Also, flashing the firmware is... 04 August 2022
Tablet+iPhones = Console+Controllers Here's the concept: your iPhones turn into wireless controllers and your tablet is now your console, all thanks to gamekit. It's a whole new way of gaming, reminiscent of the Wii, or using your devices for interactive card games. Interesting eh? 28 January 2010