Udoo Neo

clem57

18 May 2015

Normally I do not like to blog about Kick-starters, but I am going to make an exception here because of the interest by many in this topic.

Drum Roll please!

Announcing a evolution in SBC computers: UDOO Neo ...

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/udoo/udoo-neo-raspberry-pi-arduino-wi-fi-bt-40-sensors

Please feel free to comment with up finger or down finger. But only with reason why.

Details:

UDOO Neo offers a new paradigm in the single board computer landscape: from homogeneous to heterogeneous processor. UDOO Neo embeds two cores on the same processor: a powerful 1GHz ARM Cortex-A9 and an exceptional 166MHz Cortex-M4 I/O real-time co-processor on the same chip, the Freescale i.MX 6SoloX.

Cheers,

Clem

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clem57 over 7 years ago
FAQ
- What will be the supported OS at the day of the release?
  Android Kitkat 4.4.3. and a dedicated Ubuntu-based distro for Linux.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:09 AM CDT
- How can I power up UDOO Neo?
  You can power it up in two ways:
  Through the microUSB port connecting it to your computer/battery pack.
  Using a 12v power supply.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- You are releasing UDOO Neo. So, will you stop supporting UDOO Quad, UDOO Dual and UDOO Dual Lite?
  Of course not! UDOO Neo is the new born of the UDOO family. We're supporting all the UDOO boards, and we're not going to stop. UDOO Neo, anyway, is something different from UDOO Quad, UDOO Dual and UDOO Dual Lite, and there's no reason why you shouldn't consider a UDOO Neo if you already have a UDOO Quad, UDOO Dual or UDOO Dual Lite.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- I already have a Raspberry Pi. What is interesting in UDOO Neo to me?
  There is a whole bunch of possibility you get with a UDOO Neo.
  With UDOO Neo you have a Wi-Fi module, a BT 4.0 module, 9-axis motion sensors embedded on board, 6 analog pinouts, an Arduino-compatible board embedded. Raspberry Pi is certainly a wonderful board, but UDOO Neo is an all-in-one solution, that would save you time (to configure everything) and dollars.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- So you say "UDOO Neo = Raspberry Pi + Arduino + Wi-Fi + BT 4.0 + Sensors". Is it correct to say that UDOO Neo is as powerful as Raspberry Pi 2?
  No, we don't mean that. Raspberry Pi 2 is a quad core SBC, while UDOO Neo is a single core SBC. We mean Neo's power is comparable to the power of the first Raspberry Pi. But that's not the point. In our vision, single board computers are not just computers. They are what you can do with them - and that's why flexibility is more desirable than just power. Flexibility means options. You often don't need the power of a quad core, otherwise UDOO Quad is what's suitable for you.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- I already have an Arduino, what is interesting in UDOO Neo to me?
  With UDOO Neo you have a wireless Arduino, more powerful than the original one - which has a 84MHz clock frequency while the M4 of UDOO Neo has a 166MHz clock frequency - with 9-axis motion sensors embedded directly onboard. You can type your Arduino code in the Arduino IDE, as you're used to. Moreover UDOO Neo has the Arduino UNO pinout, so is compatible with most Arduino shields.
  Not to mention that, getting a 9-axis motion sensors, a single board computer, a BT 4.0 module and Wi-Fi module would cost you other dollars, time (to configure everything), and would occupy your USB ports.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- I already have a UDOO Quad, a UDOO Dual or a UDOO Dual Lite. What is interesting in UDOO Neo to me?
  They are different products.
  When we were building a drone, before Maker Faire Rome, we realized UDOO Neo would have been perfect for drones, with its light weight, tinier dimension, lower power consumption, Wi-Fi Direct Smart Config, BT 4.0 and 9-axis motion sensors embedded, necessary to keep control of the drone if there's wind. But this is just an example. Sometimes you're organizing an interactive multimedia museum, and you need a UDOO Quad, sometimes you're building an RC motor bike, and the 9-axis motion sensors of UDOO Neo are exactly what you are looking for. In few words, when you need more power, then you're going for UDOO Dual, Dual Lite or Quad (expecially if you need to access your hard disk). On the contrary, when you're looking for agility, connectivity and sensors-compatibility, UDOO Neo is suitable for you.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- What is UDOO?
- Where can I find other UDOO projects?
  On udoo.hackster.io
  Obviously you can take any project from Arduino.cc and build it the same way on UDOO Neo!
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- This is my first time coding. Do you think this is too difficult for me?
  Absolutely not! We imagined UDOO Neo exactly for first time users. If you've never have anything to do with single board computers, microcontrollers or whatever, then you'll start using UDOO Neo as an Android or Linux computer, attached to your television. You'll get practiced with Arduino, and start tinkering, or study Java or Linux and move your first step in Android Apps. The Educational Kit is the perfect pledge for you.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- What exactly are the 9-axis motion sensors included in UDOO neo? Will they be able to communicate with the cores?
  The motion sensors are FXOS8700CQ and FXAS21002CQR1. They will be able to communicate with both the cores.
  Last updated: Thu, Apr 23 2015 4:49 AM CDT
- What is the chipset of the Wi-Fi embedded on board? Does it support AP?
  The chip is TI WL1831 and supports AP.
  Last updated: Fri, Apr 24 2015 9:23 AM CDT
- What about JTAG and SWD?
  JTAG is present, but there is no connector to connect to JTAG. You can wire one up. There is also Serial Wire Debug.
  Last updated: Fri, Apr 24 2015 9:23 AM CDT
- What kind of power adapter will I receive if I selected a pledge that includes a power adapter?
  At the moment you can't choose what kind of power adapter you will receive. After the end of the campaign you will be able to choose a power adapter suitable for Europe, UK or USA. If you don't live in Europe, UK or USA you should buy a power adapter suitable for you.
  Last updated: Wed, Apr 29 2015 5:30 AM CDT
- Are Wi-Fi module, Bluetooth 4.0 and 9-axis motion sensors accessible to both Cortex-M4 and Cortex-A9?
  Yes, they are.
  Last updated: Wed, Apr 29 2015 5:31 AM CDT
- Will the UDOO Neo be CE and FCC compliant?
  Yes, it will be.
  Last updated: Mon, May 11 2015 8:15 AM CDT
- Will the UDOO Neo be open source? What will it be released of UDOO Neo?
  Yes, it will be as soon as we have the latest UDOO Neo release. Regarding UDOO Dual/Quad, we've already released binaries, gerber files, schematics, sources and drivers at this address: http://udoo.org/other-resources/.
  Last updated: Mon, May 11 2015 8:21 AM CDT
- Is RTC present on board?
  Yes, it is.
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clem57 over 7 years ago
FAQ
- What will be the supported OS at the day of the release?
  Android Kitkat 4.4.3. and a dedicated Ubuntu-based distro for Linux.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:09 AM CDT
- How can I power up UDOO Neo?
  You can power it up in two ways:
  Through the microUSB port connecting it to your computer/battery pack.
  Using a 12v power supply.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- You are releasing UDOO Neo. So, will you stop supporting UDOO Quad, UDOO Dual and UDOO Dual Lite?
  Of course not! UDOO Neo is the new born of the UDOO family. We're supporting all the UDOO boards, and we're not going to stop. UDOO Neo, anyway, is something different from UDOO Quad, UDOO Dual and UDOO Dual Lite, and there's no reason why you shouldn't consider a UDOO Neo if you already have a UDOO Quad, UDOO Dual or UDOO Dual Lite.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- I already have a Raspberry Pi. What is interesting in UDOO Neo to me?
  There is a whole bunch of possibility you get with a UDOO Neo.
  With UDOO Neo you have a Wi-Fi module, a BT 4.0 module, 9-axis motion sensors embedded on board, 6 analog pinouts, an Arduino-compatible board embedded. Raspberry Pi is certainly a wonderful board, but UDOO Neo is an all-in-one solution, that would save you time (to configure everything) and dollars.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- So you say "UDOO Neo = Raspberry Pi + Arduino + Wi-Fi + BT 4.0 + Sensors". Is it correct to say that UDOO Neo is as powerful as Raspberry Pi 2?
  No, we don't mean that. Raspberry Pi 2 is a quad core SBC, while UDOO Neo is a single core SBC. We mean Neo's power is comparable to the power of the first Raspberry Pi. But that's not the point. In our vision, single board computers are not just computers. They are what you can do with them - and that's why flexibility is more desirable than just power. Flexibility means options. You often don't need the power of a quad core, otherwise UDOO Quad is what's suitable for you.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- I already have an Arduino, what is interesting in UDOO Neo to me?
  With UDOO Neo you have a wireless Arduino, more powerful than the original one - which has a 84MHz clock frequency while the M4 of UDOO Neo has a 166MHz clock frequency - with 9-axis motion sensors embedded directly onboard. You can type your Arduino code in the Arduino IDE, as you're used to. Moreover UDOO Neo has the Arduino UNO pinout, so is compatible with most Arduino shields.
  Not to mention that, getting a 9-axis motion sensors, a single board computer, a BT 4.0 module and Wi-Fi module would cost you other dollars, time (to configure everything), and would occupy your USB ports.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- I already have a UDOO Quad, a UDOO Dual or a UDOO Dual Lite. What is interesting in UDOO Neo to me?
  They are different products.
  When we were building a drone, before Maker Faire Rome, we realized UDOO Neo would have been perfect for drones, with its light weight, tinier dimension, lower power consumption, Wi-Fi Direct Smart Config, BT 4.0 and 9-axis motion sensors embedded, necessary to keep control of the drone if there's wind. But this is just an example. Sometimes you're organizing an interactive multimedia museum, and you need a UDOO Quad, sometimes you're building an RC motor bike, and the 9-axis motion sensors of UDOO Neo are exactly what you are looking for. In few words, when you need more power, then you're going for UDOO Dual, Dual Lite or Quad (expecially if you need to access your hard disk). On the contrary, when you're looking for agility, connectivity and sensors-compatibility, UDOO Neo is suitable for you.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- What is UDOO?
- Where can I find other UDOO projects?
  On udoo.hackster.io
  Obviously you can take any project from Arduino.cc and build it the same way on UDOO Neo!
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- This is my first time coding. Do you think this is too difficult for me?
  Absolutely not! We imagined UDOO Neo exactly for first time users. If you've never have anything to do with single board computers, microcontrollers or whatever, then you'll start using UDOO Neo as an Android or Linux computer, attached to your television. You'll get practiced with Arduino, and start tinkering, or study Java or Linux and move your first step in Android Apps. The Educational Kit is the perfect pledge for you.
  Last updated: Mon, Apr 20 2015 11:13 AM CDT
- What exactly are the 9-axis motion sensors included in UDOO neo? Will they be able to communicate with the cores?
  The motion sensors are FXOS8700CQ and FXAS21002CQR1. They will be able to communicate with both the cores.
  Last updated: Thu, Apr 23 2015 4:49 AM CDT
- What is the chipset of the Wi-Fi embedded on board? Does it support AP?
  The chip is TI WL1831 and supports AP.
  Last updated: Fri, Apr 24 2015 9:23 AM CDT
- What about JTAG and SWD?
  JTAG is present, but there is no connector to connect to JTAG. You can wire one up. There is also Serial Wire Debug.
  Last updated: Fri, Apr 24 2015 9:23 AM CDT
- What kind of power adapter will I receive if I selected a pledge that includes a power adapter?
  At the moment you can't choose what kind of power adapter you will receive. After the end of the campaign you will be able to choose a power adapter suitable for Europe, UK or USA. If you don't live in Europe, UK or USA you should buy a power adapter suitable for you.
  Last updated: Wed, Apr 29 2015 5:30 AM CDT
- Are Wi-Fi module, Bluetooth 4.0 and 9-axis motion sensors accessible to both Cortex-M4 and Cortex-A9?
  Yes, they are.
  Last updated: Wed, Apr 29 2015 5:31 AM CDT
- Will the UDOO Neo be CE and FCC compliant?
  Yes, it will be.
  Last updated: Mon, May 11 2015 8:15 AM CDT
- Will the UDOO Neo be open source? What will it be released of UDOO Neo?
  Yes, it will be as soon as we have the latest UDOO Neo release. Regarding UDOO Dual/Quad, we've already released binaries, gerber files, schematics, sources and drivers at this address: http://udoo.org/other-resources/.
  Last updated: Mon, May 11 2015 8:21 AM CDT
- Is RTC present on board?
  Yes, it is.
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clem57 over 7 years ago in reply to clem57

I have to say this was great in the day, but now things have become even more interesting to say the least. NanoPC-T3 - 64-bit Octa-Core A53 SBC offers more with a A9 core (Octo) from Samsung. Also a 8 GB eMMC plus interfaces galore. An old idea from PC motherboards included here is a extra 2 USB 2.0 from pins that can be added inside a case! Even without, 2 USB 2.0's are already available which can be enhanced with a USB hub. Wow!
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