Accessories for A+ Model Raspberry Pi

Question

I just got a simple A+ model Raspberry Pi, no extra stuff with it.

What accessories would you recommend purchasing? I can't seem to find any A+ starter kits, if you know of any I'd be interested but just generally what accessories would you recommend?

I would like to do stuff with the Pi involving transmitting radio signals etc, robotics, and general programs, if that helps.

Charles

Former Member · Answer

Essentials and some extras for a good start with the A+;

Power supply (microB USB) + SD Card + HDMI cable + keyboard/mouse = ESSENTIAL

A good case

A compatible out-of-the-box WiFi dongle (you will now need a hub if not using SSH...)

Breadboard, male-female wires, etc

There are many kits available around the net as for robotics projects.

You can try PiRadio for transmitting radio signals using just a solid core wire as an antenna. I tried it, it works fine and is fun.

Problemchild · Answer

WIFI Dongle on the USB and stick the controls for the robot on the GPIO.

No need for the Keyboard /mouse because then you'll need a hub and if this Robot is mobile it will be dragging the keyboard with it

Instead of that use SSH or similar to send commands to the A+/Bot also if you can do not use the GUI as this will same you tons of memory and make stuff run miles faster!