Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 11/02 - Raspberry Pi Launches the Raspberry Pi 400
Nov 2, 2020
Raspberry Pi introduces the innovative Raspberry Pi 400, a compact keyboard with an integrated computer. Major tech platforms outline their plans to combat misinformation during the upcoming election. Meanwhile, Huawei pivots to self-made chips to counteract U.S. restrictions. The gaming world continues to evolve, with Tencent reporting 100 million daily users for its mobile game, Honor of Kings. On the flip side, hear personal accounts of the frustrations of being locked out of Google, highlighting the risks of relying on big tech.
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Raspberry Pi 400 Launch
- Raspberry Pi launched the Pi 400, a keyboard with a built-in computer, inspired by early home computers.
- It aims to make coding accessible for children and provide an affordable option for businesses.
Platforms Prepare for Election Day
- Big tech platforms are preparing for election day with tools to combat misinformation and manage results.
- These include notifications, fact-checking, and ad suspensions on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Huawei's Chip Plant
- Huawei is building a chip plant in Shanghai to circumvent US sanctions.
- They aim to produce 28nm chips by late 2021 and 20nm chips by late 2022, initially for smart TVs and IoT devices.