Raspberry PI

[mckafka99]

There seemed to be some, perhaps well-deserved, skepticism about the nD project (http://www.atariage.com/forums/topic/184117-nd/), and though not specifically a handheld gaming device, what does everyone think of this project? - Raspberry PI - an "ultra-low-cost (~15UKP or 25USD) Linux computer for teaching computer programming to children."

 

http://www.raspberrypi.org/

 

and the Wiki - http://elinux.org/RaspberryPiBoard

[Rex Dart]

Well, my first reaction is "Why not use an existing computer or one of hundreds of similar already-existing devices?"

 

Am I wrong? Does this bring something new & necessary to the table?

[Hatta]

Well, my first reaction is "Why not use an existing computer or one of hundreds of similar already-existing devices?"

 

Am I wrong? Does this bring something new & necessary to the table?

 

Low price point. HDMI out. Pre built. It's cheaper than a beagle board, less embedded than an arduino. I think it hits a sweet spot in a lot of ways.

[mckafka99]

I think some of the main draws are:

 

1)Cost ($25-$35 - doesnt beat a 'free' already existing computer but still very affordable)

2)Form factor

3)Power Consumption (low - "Target power consumption is <1W")

4)HDMI/Composite Output

 

What are some of the other existing devices that are similar in price/form factor/capabilities?

Edited August 8, 2011 by mckafka99

[Ninjabba]

Thanks for bringing this to my attention. Really like the educational purpose of it... hopefully they'll manage