DIY: Build a Low-Cost Multi-Function RGB Light

DIY: Build a Low-Cost Multi-Function RGB Light

Note: This article serves only as a record of the DIY process, not for any commercial promotion, nor is it to teach everyone to refuse to purchase commercial products. DIY is all about enjoying the tinkering process… Due to the pandemic, I haven’t been out much this year, almost staying at home all the time. … Read more

DIY Personalized Knob Keyboard: bigKNOB for Multimedia Control

DIY Personalized Knob Keyboard: bigKNOB for Multimedia Control

Introduction to bigKNOB bigKNOB is an open-source knob keyboard project that integrates a large knob and macro keys, supports QMK firmware, provides USB-C connectivity and RGB backlighting effects, and also supports hot-swappable switches. Suitable for music production, video editing, and even everyday multimedia control, this device is a perfect combination of customization and efficiency. Large … Read more

Disassembly of MSI GK600 W Keyboard: A Look at Traditional Card Manufacturers

Disassembly of MSI GK600 W Keyboard: A Look at Traditional Card Manufacturers

For traditional card manufacturers—MSI, their keyboards and mice still evoke memories of the previous GK50z series, known for its cost-effectiveness. The high-end series includes the GK71 SONIC, which aligns with mainstream trends, featuring custom switches and a traditional gaming design with RGB and a floating key style. In 2024, the keyboard segment has undergone a … Read more

Light-Controlled Night Light Using Micro:bit

Light-Controlled Night Light Using Micro:bit

KittenBot Follow STEM graphical programming education to gain access to a wealth of tutorials This tutorial is from the Meow Family Forum—Zhao Dad’s work; Thanks to Zhao Dad for adding the tutorial for Micro:bit, The 5X5 LED screen of Micro:bit; It also serves as a light sensor; Not only can it sense light; It can … Read more

Smooth Control of an LCD Display with STM32 LTDC

Smooth Control of an LCD Display with STM32 LTDC

01. LTDC As we know, the STM32H series, being high-performance chips, mostly comes with peripherals dedicated to LCD screens. Among them, LTDC is the specific peripheral for controlling LCD screens. LTDC stands for Lcd-Tft Display Controller, which is the LCD refresh controller, available on many H7 series and some other series. In this issue, we … Read more

Building a Stunning PC with Galax Z790 and ROG Components

Building a Stunning PC with Galax Z790 and ROG Components

CHH ID: yhgg This time, we used a combination of Galax and ROG hardware along with Lian Li’s latest P28 modular fan and the Neon Line 3rd generation 12VHPWR ARGB extension cable to build a Lian Li O11Dynamic EVO REV2 full-view white case. The Lian Li P28 modular fan is the first fan focused on … Read more

Build a Stylish RGB Clock with ESP8266

Build a Stylish RGB Clock with ESP8266

Follow+Top Public Account, don’t miss out on exciting content Today, I want to share a project of building a stylish RGB clock using ESP8266! This clock also has an automatic brightness control feature and is equipped with a temperature sensor! Materials Needed PCB ESP8266 or NodeMCU Jumper wires Soldering tools Step 1: Preparation Neo Pixel … Read more

Controlling Multiple LEDs with a Single Digital Pin on Arduino

Controlling Multiple LEDs with a Single Digital Pin on Arduino

The Arduino WS2812B LED strip allows for individual control of each LED’s brightness and color, providing a simple yet cool LED effect experience. The WS2812B LED strip combines LEDs in a series, embedded with amplifying driver circuits, oscillators, and voltage programmable control chips, making it addressable and able to communicate through a single-wire interface. This … Read more

Mastering RGB Lighting with .NET nanoFramework on ESP32-S2-Pico

Mastering RGB Lighting with .NET nanoFramework on ESP32-S2-Pico

Previously, we introduced the basics of .NET nanoFramework. In this article, we continue with the example of the Microweather ESP32-S2-Pico to discuss development with .NET nanoFramework: controlling the onboard RGB lights and external RGB lights. The content includes the significance of status lights, WS2812, HSV, PWM, and related knowledge. 1. Background The first step in … Read more

Create a Stylish RGB Clock Using ESP8266

Create a Stylish RGB Clock Using ESP8266

Sharing a project to create a stylish RGB clock using ESP8266! This clock also features automatic brightness control and is equipped with a temperature sensor! Materials Preparation PCB ESP8266 or NodeMCU Jumper wires Soldering tools Step 1: Preparation Neo Pixel is an addressable LED, we can program it to display any color or number. Neo … Read more