#hardware
// 4 transmissions tagged with #hardware
Selling 2,500 MIDI recorders shows hardware can be straightforward
Chip Weinberger recounts how he sold 2,500 MIDI recorders, outlining concrete steps in design, manufacturing, inventory, and online sales that other engineers can replicate.
Librepods publishes open-source airpods firmware
Librepods' open-source firmware replaces Apple's code on 2nd-gen AirPods and 1st-gen AirPods Pro, giving engineers control over audio processing and telemetry [GitHub].
Apple unveils foldable device with 7.6‑inch OLED at WWDC 2026
At WWDC 2026 Apple introduced its first foldable device, featuring a 7.6‑inch OLED screen and a patented hinge designed for durability and seamless user experience.
Adafruit served demand letter by Flux.ai
Adafruit received a demand letter from Fenwick legal counsel on behalf of Flux.ai, alleging IP infringement. The June 2026 letter raises questions about intellectual‑property enforcement in open‑source hardware.