pi is good for you
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http://www.raspberrypi.org/
"a low cost, credit-card sized computer that plugs into a computer monitor or TV, and uses a standard keyboard and mouse. It is a capable little device that enables people of all ages to explore computing, and to learn how to program in languages like Scratch and Python. It’s capable of doing everything you’d expect a desktop computer to do, from browsing the internet and playing high-definition video, to making spreadsheets, word-processing, and playing games.“
Sales > 5 million (Feb 17, 2015)
What is “Low Cost?”
Pi Model B+ = $25
Pi 2 (current/newest model) = $35
“Ultimate Camera Kit” = $95 (from Amazon/3rd party)
Potential /hidden costs:
SD/microSD cards. (old digital camera castoffs)
Power supply (old cell phone charger)
USB keyboard and mouse (old or borrowed)
HDMI cable (borrowed, or $2-$20)
Camera (optional $20-$35 depending on vendor)
Case (optional $10)
HDTV (during setup or dependent upon purpose)
vs.
Open Source Irrigation Controller
OpenSprinker Pi for 8 stations ($72)Controlled with GoogleCalendar, timer/cron, web interface, or other 24VAC power supply (feeds the Pi with 5VDC)
Replaces Rainbird with network capable controller
Expansion module for 16 extra stations ($55)
USB WiFi for wireless access
(Uses recycled irrigation power brick)
Home Automation/Security
RaZberry – Zwave* daughter card ($59)
LightsSwitchesThermostatsSensorsLocks
Using discarded iPod Touch as Remote(similar “UZB” device $29)
Zwave* - a standard for wireless HA communication. Used by ADT, Vivint, Iris and others.
HD Camera
5MP w fixed focus lens ($25)
Capable of 2592 x 1944 pixel static images
Supports 1080p30, 720p60 and 640x480p60/90 video
Also available in infrared (requires IR light)
Motion sensing via software
Projects/Ideas
Minecraft
Coding with "Scratch“ or PHP or other
Use Lego Mindstorm Sensors
Retro Game console
CarPC
Photo Frame
Wall Mounted Google Calendar
What’s missing?Your ideas and contributions.
Thanks for listening!
Questions?
For more information visit
The Official Raspberry Pi Site – www.raspberrypi.org
Greg’s Pi bookmarks – www.diigo.com/user/gparmer/pi