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New nEw NEWS From Adafruit Round-Up: July, August & September 2026
New nEw NEWs is Adafruit’s weekly newsletter that features new products, special offers and more. Sign up at Adafruit.com/Newsletter to receive New nEw NEWs! Vol. #471: Summer Nights Gift Guide! Vol. #472: Build with the VEML7700 Lux Sensor – I2C Light Sensor Vol. #473: NeoPixel Stick – 8 x 5050 WWA White LEDs with Integrated […]
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IceCube Detection of Neutrinos Lands Researcher Nobel Prize
IceCube Neutrino Observatory in 2023 by Christopher Michel, image vial Wikipedia Today, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences awarded Francis Halzen the Nobel Prize in Physics. Halzen, a physicist at the University of Wisconsin, pioneered research on one of physics’ most elusive particles, the neutrino. The IceCube Neutrino Observatory was established in the…
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JP’s Product Pick of the Week — 3pm Eastern TODAY 9/29/26 @adafruit #adafruit #newproductpick
Come on by for JP’s Product Pick of The Week ! A new product pick will be revealed. The show airs at 3pm ET / 12pm PT Check out the livestream right here inside this product page you won’t want to miss it because there will be a LARGE DISCOUNT during the show! Tune in […]
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World Space Week 2026 #RocketRevolution
Artemis II Launch, Image Credit: NASA/Bill Ingalls October 4-10 is World Space Week. Learn about rockets or attend an event. Some highlights include visits to the Kennedy Space Center and a Pokémon collaboration with the European Space Agency. World Space Week is an international celebration of science and technology, and their contribution to […]
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How Cold Is It? Let Circuit Playground help you find out #CircuitPlayground
This is a fun and simple beginner project that turns the Circuit Playground into a cold temperature indicator. It uses the on board temperature sensor to read the current temperature. The coldest temperature measured is indicated on the NeoPixels. An additional sketch is provided which turns the Circuit Playground into a temperature data logger. This […]
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LED Jellyfish Costume
image via Instructables, deadinsect Instructables user deadinsect made this glowing jellyfish costume with a helmet, bowl and LED rope lights! Check out their write up on Instructables. This project is giving us major Jellyfish Umbrella vibes! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! All month on the Adafruit Blog we’ll be bringing you ideas and projects for an […]
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Queens Public Library’s Hispanic Heritage Month Booklists
The folks at Queens Public Library have put together 6 fantastic book lists to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month: For Adults For Teens For Children Libros Para Adultos Libros Para Adolescentes Libros Para Niños
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ICYMI – Adafruit IoT Monthly: Off-Grid Message Board, UDP in IPv6, and more!
ICYMI (In case you missed it) – the IoT Monthly Newsletter from AdafruitDaily.com went out this morning! If you missed it, subscribe now! – You’ll get one newsletter each month. The next newsletter will be out in a month, and being subscribed is the best way to keep up with all things Internet of Things. There is no spam, no selling lists, and […]
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Eye Pendant V2
A followup to last year’s Soul Cage vishalsoniindia has another entry in the spooky wearable category. The Eye Pendant is a wearable electronic pendant with a small round display that shows an animated eye. The eye moves around the screen, looking in different directions and creating the illusion of a realistic eye watching you. It […]
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The Smallest Internet Radio (probably)
There’s something about when someone claims to have made a supper small (or even the smallest version of something) that immediately draws me in. This build by maker Milen is no exception! He cites yoradio as his inspiration. The radio is designed by simple assembling of two small boards. The first one is ESP32 C3 […]
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Building a Lava Lamp Reef Tank
Sydney Reefing turns a lava lamp into a reef tank in this video on YouTube. Follow along on YouTube to see the process and problem solving involved with this project. Ranjib Dey wrote an awesome reef-pi project for the Adafruit Learning System. Check it out here!
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A picnic table, binaural birdsong and double forest POTA ATNO action! – EI3LH
EI3LH wrote up two days of Parks on the Air activations in County Kilkenny, Ireland, on ei3lh.eu. Both parks were ATNOs, or all time new ones, meaning nobody had activated them before. The first was Coill an Fhailtaigh National Forest, IE-0056, one of Ireland’s 16 Millennium Forests. With the park close to closing, the setup […]
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Happy World Teachers’ Day 2026 @UNESCO #Education #Teacher #WorldTeachersDay
Since 1994 World Teachers Day is honored every October 5. This is a time to celebrate teachers on the anniversiary of a 1966 UNESCO Reccomendation on teachers. Teachers are doing transformative work and they need support! 2026 marks the 60th anniversary! From UNESCO: Under the theme “Standing with teachers: 60 years of protecting the profession, […]
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Adafruit Weekly Editorial Round-Up: Adafruit Top 10, Pepper’s Ghost effect, 3D printing Timelapse and more!
ADAFRUIT WEEKLY EDITORIAL ROUND-UP We’ve got so much happening here at Adafruit that it’s not always easy to keep up! Don’t fret, we’ve got you covered. Each week we’ll be posting a handy round-up of what we’ve been up to, ranging from learn guides to blog articles, videos, and more. BLOG ⌨️ Adafruit’s Top 10 […]
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The Aquabots are Swimming
MIT engineers developed a soft robot that can flap through water in response to flashes of light. Credits: Photo: Melanie Gonick, MIT via MIT MIT engineers have developed a thin, muscle-powered swimming robot. The engineers showed that the paper-thin bot could swim and swivel through a simple watery maze. At its fastest, the robot can […]
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Phyllotaxis: An audio-reactive LED display
A phyllotaxis describes a distinct arrangement of leaves some plants form. It is one of nature’s mesmerizing patterns and one that maker Jagi Natarajan is particularly interested in. In this project they created spiraling audio-reactive LED display. It has 89 individual cells each lit by an addressable LED. The project has already gone through two […]
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Celebrate a NASA Halloween
Hubble has photographed the “Ghost Nebula,” which has eerie, semitransparent flowing veils of gas and dust. The nebula is being blasted by a torrent of radiation from a nearby, blue-giant star. This animation flips between two views from Hubble. The more colorful image is taken in visible light where the glow of hydrogen gas looks […]
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NASA Model Wing Lights Up During First Pressure Sensitive Paint Tests
Image via NASA NASA is using special paint that glows under ultraviolet light to test airflow and pressure. The paint responds to pressure by glowing brighter. This is first test using the “unsteady Pressure Sensitive Paint” that has been in development for a few years. Via NASA: Unsteady pressure sensitive paint is a specialized […]
- 2 Ekim Cuma
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HalloWing M4 Tombstone
Build a 3D printed light up tombstone with an animated eye! Use the HalloWing M4 and NeoPixels to make a backlit sign with a custom message or spooky face! Check out the guide from the Ruiz Brothers and build your own this #ElectronicHalloween!
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NEW GUIDE: CircuitPython Turbo Sushi Conveyor Belt #AdafruitLearningSystem @Adafruit
Back when the Qualia S3 was first released I wanted to run the sushi conveyor belt animation on one of the long bar displays. I tried the project in CircuitPython, but it was way too slow so I had to use Arduino with PlatformIO. Much like Jiro, I never stopped dreaming of sushi and hoped […]
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FltCast: LED Matrix Flight Tracker with RTL-SDR and Antenna #piday #raspberrypi
A lot of the Raspberry Pi flight trackers we see rely on an API like OpenSky, but this tracker from bytecadia gets the data directly from passing aircraft. They use an RTL-SDR and Antenna and house it all in a 3D Printed case, the flights are then displayed on a 64×32 LED matrix. More […]
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The Python on Microcontrollers Newsletter: subscribe for free
The Python for Microcontrollers Newsletter is the place for the latest news involving Python on hardware (microcontrollers AND single board computers like Raspberry Pi). This ad-free, spam-free weekly email is filled with CircuitPython, MicroPython, and Python information that you may have missed, all in one place! You get a summary of all the software, even…
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U.S. onshoring of memory may increase costs for now
In a recent report in the Wall Street Journal, the U.S. wants more domestic production of the memory chips essential to AI, and are looking to use tariffs to make that happen. The U.S. currently has just one commercial memory production facility, while the advanced memory used for AI remains dependent on Asian manufacturing. Meaningful […]
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Sensea underwater camera — Raspberry Pi #Raspberrypi
Via Raspberrypi.com/news Sensea was conceived as “a low-cost DIY underwater explorer that would reveal what’s going on below the surface of our local ponds and rivers”, proving that you don’t need expensive equipment to investigate the depths. For context, the boys’ agitated pleas for a GoPro fell on deaf ears, so they built a custom […]
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John Park’s CircuitPython Parsec: Surviving Sensor Drop with Try/Except
#circuitpythonparsec Help your code gracefully survive an I2C sensor disconnect with a try/except in CircuitPython. Try out the code example To learn about CircuitPython: https://circuitpython.org
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Get Ready for Electronic Halloween with Adafruit Matrix Portal
What’s the easiest way to make a custom colorful LED display for Halloween? Like, no solder, no wiring, just instant plug-and-play? Adafruit Matrix Portal! With our add-on for RGB Matricies it’s never been easier. Plug directly into the back of any Adafruit HUB-75 display (all the ones we stock will work) from 16×32 up to […]
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Cybernetic Animated Eyeball #ElectronicHalloween
The Cyberdyne Systems T-800 Series Model 101 Terminator is one of the all time classic cyborg characters from science fiction. You can get a terrific Halloween mask of the T-800 and even display it as a piece of artwork, but it’s just missing a little something. I know, a terrifying cyborg eyeball to look around, […]
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Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with The Miami-Dade Public Library System #HispanicHeritageMonth
The Miami-Dade Public Library System is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events, recommended reads for kids, and resources.
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Manufacturing Day 2026 @mfgday #MFGDay26
Today is Manufacturing Day, celebrated the 1st Friday of October. As an American manufacturer in the heart of Brooklyn, NY, Adafruit is proud to share our work. Peak into our manufacturing processes with our past series Advanced Manufacturing: Made in NYC. Spend some time today to learn more about manufacturing. There are webinars, gamified […]
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Today Only! Get 15% off with code AdaBoo15 🎃
It’s our favorite time of the year! Add code AdaBoo15 to your cart for 15% off to make your trick or treat build that much sweeter! Some restrictions apply. Discount does not apply to gift certificates, subscriptions, some Raspberry Pi items, digital items or software. We also do not permit the use of discount […]
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Modular Filament Storage – Dry Box + Snap-Out Desiccant Box for Cereal Containers #3DThursday #3DPrinting
dknight shares: A modular desiccant storage system designed for 4-liter cereal boxes. Key innovation: snap out the desiccant box and plop it into your filament dryer without transferring contents. Includes optional hygrometer holders (rectangular + round), transparency swatches, filament labels, and prints without supports. Recommended: PETG for the desiccan…
- 1 Ekim Perşembe
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RAK19007/RAK5005 Case for Meshtastic – WisBlock Full Kit Enclosure #3DThursday #3DPrinting
Shared by TonyG on Printables: TA case for RAKwireless RAK19007 and RAK5005 WisBlock kits, built for Meshtastic. Fits the RAK19007 or RAK5005 base board plus RAK4631 (LoRa), RAK12500/1910 (GNSS/GPS), RAK13002 (IO), and RAK18001 (piezo buzzer) modules. Supports big battery options: 2500mAh lithium-ion, 3000mAh lithium polymer, or 2× 18650 cells (12mm battery…
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Articulated Pumpkin Spider – With Retractable Web Mechanism #3DThursday #3DPrinting
Bruddzz shares: A Halloween pumpkin-spider hybrid with an ACTUAL retractable web mechanism. The abdomen houses a removable spool: thread webbing through the abdomen canal, tie it to the spool loop, insert the spool into the abdomen base, secure the bottom halves. Compatible with fishing line, floss, or any string. Includes resistance tabs to prevent web […]
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TTGO LoRa32 v2.1.1.6 + T3S3 Cases for Meshtastic – GPS Antenna Ready #3DThursday #3DPrinting
Shared by TonyG on Printables: Case designs for TTGO LoRa32 v2.1.1.6 and T3S3 boards, built for the Meshtastic project. Updated v22c frame models: all frames now support T3S3 v1.0, v1.1, and v1.2 with and without qwiic/STEMMA connectors (single and double). All front, frame, and back cover models support GPS antennas. Sits alongside the Heltec V4 […]
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The Python on Microcontrollers Newsletter: subscribe for free
The Python for Microcontrollers Newsletter is the place for the latest news involving Python on hardware (microcontrollers AND single board computers like Raspberry Pi). This ad-free, spam-free weekly email is filled with CircuitPython, MicroPython, and Python information that you may have missed, all in one place! You get a summary of all the software, even…
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Enclosure for Adafruit Feather RP2040 – USB-C + Header Pin Access + Battery Compartment #3DThursday #3DPrinting
PJay_165294 shares: A designer’s take on an Adafruit Feather RP2040 enclosure built while learning RP2040 programming. Four key features: accessible USB Type-C port, header pins accessible from the opposite side, optional on-off switch integration, and a compartment for a small battery. Print specs: 0.2mm layer height, 6 walls, 25% infill, PLA (6g), 24-minut…
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John Park’s Workshop — LIVE TODAY 10/1/26
It’s JOHN PARK’S WORKSHOP — LIVE! — Coming up at 4pm ET / 1pm PT Today (the usual time, no change to the Workshop show schedule)! LIVE TEXT CHAT IS HERE in the Adafruit Discord chat! Projects CircuitPython Parsec Learn Guides Tool Tips Retro Gear Coupon Code and more! The live video will be on […]
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Raspberry Pi 5 TV HAT Case – Tvheadend Build with Pimoroni NVMe #3Dprinting #3DThursday
A Pi 5 case designed for Tvheadend builds using the Raspberry Pi TV HAT. Fits the Pimoroni NVMe Base (much faster than MicroSD) while still supporting MicroSD. TV HAT housed on the side to not block Active Cooler airflow. Lid has ventilation holes for the cooler. Includes a template to help build the required custom […]
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Articulated Skeleton Hand – Flexi with Halloween Accessories #3DThursday #3DPrinting
mingGY shares: Articulated skeleton hands with realistic anatomy and movable joints — pairs with pumpkin lanterns and other Halloween accessories. Joint tightness can degrade over time due to printing tolerances; designer recommends applying clear nail polish to joint heads to restore damping. Glue needed if combining the skull with the witch hat. NOT recomm…
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Raspberry Pi 5 with NVMe HAT – Tool-Less Case with Pineberry HatDrive! #3Dprinting #3DThursday
A tool-less Pi 5 case for makers using the official Active Cooler + Pineberry HatDrive! bottom NVMe HAT. Multiple top case options, robust power button geometry, tight-fit latches, and snug TPU feet. Jan 2024 update improved fitment across all components. Great alternative Pi 5 NVMe form-factor for Pineberry hardware users. By Jerry Download files: https://m…
