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IoT Forge | Making of the Official IoTuesday Brown Bag

🚀 Exciting news, LinkedIn family! We've just published a new blog post that dives deep into the wildly entertaining creation of the Official IoTuesday Brown Bag! 🎉 In this unique and fun journey, one enthusiastic individual takes the "Brown Bag Session" concept to a whole new level—crafting a custom wooden form and bringing the IoTuesday logo to life with skillful craftsmanship. It's a delightful blend of creativity, passion, and just a hint of madness! Is it a bit over the top? Maybe. Is it incredibly awesome? Absolutely! Check out this epic blend of IoT love and artisanal flair that shows what happens when no one steps in to say, "Maybe just print a sticker." Don't miss the chance to witness this masterpiece in action! Click the link below to watch the video and immerse yourself in the fun! 👉 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qlKmUyyDPA Make sure to stay connected and keep up with all our innovative updates! We can't wait to share more...

How to Overengineer a Crib Mobile for a Newborn… and It Spins Like a CNC! 👶⚙️

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  What do you get when a new dad with an engineering obsession builds a baby mobile? 🤖 A stepper-motor-powered, Arduino-controlled, 3D-printed masterpiece that could probably launch satellites. Okay, maybe not — but it does rock the crib. In this project, Pavel Korshunov shows how he brought together a NEMA17 stepper motor, Arduino Nano, Fusion 360, carbon fiber rods, and pure dad energy to create the ultimate crib mobile. Is it overkill? Absolutely. Is it awesome? You bet. Perfect mix of DIY, IoT, and dad jokes. 💡👶 Tools & Materials: NEMA17 steeper motor TMC2209 Stepper motor driver Noctua Premium Quiet Fan to keep driver cool Arduino (Elegoo) UNO board during prototyping Arduino NANO in a final product Step-down DC/DC voltage converter to use 12 volt for motor and 5v for logic board 608zz bearings 8 mm Carbon Fiber tubes 5/16" OD Vinyl-Flex PVC tubing Creality Ender 3 3D printer 📡 Stay Connected with IoT Forge: ▶️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/...

Full-Stack IoT, Roomba, Open-Source Bots & Smarter Surveillance

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  In this episode of IoT Forge Unplugged, we dive into the dynamic world of connected robotics and embedded innovation. From the quirky struggles of humanoid robots at the Beijing half-marathon to the exciting future of bio-based PCBs and cloud-connected devices, this session explores how the Internet of Things is transforming motion, automation, and intelligence. We cover the major stories shaping the IoT and robotics landscape, including: A full-stack Golioth cloud demo and its real-world industrial implications Reolink’s integration with Home Assistant for smarter surveillance Arduino’s bold step toward eco-friendly, bio-based PCB manufacturing Hugging Face’s acquisition of Pollen Robotics and its vision for open-source AI robots Surprising ways Roombas are being reprogrammed to tackle household tasks Stumbling and Overheating, Most Humanoid Robots Fail to Finish Half-Marathon in Beijing Repurposed Roombas: Scientists program domestic robots for additional household tasks ...

Google I/O 2025 Recap: AI Is a New Normal

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Inside Google I/O 2025’s AI Sandbox: Gemini Robots, Smart Glasses & AI Video Magic Step into the AI future with us at Google I/O 2025 as we explore the AI Sandbox experience — a hands-on playground where cutting-edge AI meets the real world. In this video, you'll see: 🤖 Gemini for Robotics in action: giving verbal instructions to a robot that responds (and sometimes gets confused). 🏀 AI Basketball Coach: a system analyzing your throw mechanics and giving real-time tips on improving your shot. 🎬 Google Flow: next-gen AI video generation with creative storytelling tools and synchronized motion — think “Doctor Strange” meets generative media. 🍏 Gemini Smart Glasses: AI-powered wearables that recognize objects and help with tasks using on-device inference. 🔍 Search Playground: experimenting with new AI-powered search capabilities and multimodal intent detection. ✍️ Gemini Canvas for Developers: see how code, queries, and research come together into editable blog posts, busine...

Did Google Just Soft-Launch the Future? (I Saw It at Google I/O 2025)

Please find my new article on Medium - Did Google Just Soft-Launch the Future? (I Saw It at Google I/O 2025) .

IoT Forge Unplugged | It's not Goliath, but Golioth

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🚀 In this episode, we dive into some of the latest and most exciting developments in the world of IoT, robotics, home automation, and embedded systems! Golioth Bluetooth-to-Cloud Connectivity – Learn how Golioth is making it easier to connect Bluetooth devices directly to the cloud through private access networks. GR00T N1 Foundation Model for Humanoid Robots – Explore GR00T N1, a groundbreaking open foundation model designed to power generalist humanoid robots and drive the future of robotics. Home Assistant 2025.4 Release – Get an overview of the latest Home Assistant release and discover powerful new dashboard features designed to elevate your smart home experience. Unlocking the Power of M5 DAPLink – Discover how the M5 DAPLink makes offline STM32 programming easy and accessible for developers and hobbyists alike. Hackster.io Contests – Find out how you can participate in Hackster.io’s latest contests and showcase your innovation to a global community. ✨ Whether you are an...

Google I/O 2025: Day 2

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After a packed first day, 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐈/𝐎 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 kept the momentum going—with a strong focus on robotics, AI at the edge, and yes, even chocolate. One of the major highlights was the announcement of Gemini Nano for Robotics, a compact model designed specifically for low-power, high-efficiency robotic applications. The demos were impressive—robots navigating complex paths, responding to real-time commands, and even performing basic object recognition, all without relying on the cloud. Google’s message was clear: the future of intelligent systems is not just in data centers—it’s also in the field, on devices, and at the edge. Continuing that theme, new Gemini models optimized for edge computing were introduced. These lightweight versions are tailored for running on devices with limited compute and power, making them ideal for smart cameras, wearables, and embedded IoT systems. Think real-time inference in a fraction of the power envelope—with no compromise on performa...