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Inexpensive entry-level digitizer (a.k.a. graphics tablet) for Photoshop
I'm sick of trying to use my mouse to do Photoshop drawing. I know the standard is to to use a digitizer (a.k.a., pen tablet), but I don't want to sink hundreds of dollars into one when I really just need something more ergonomic and responsive…
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Powerbank for bicycle helmet mounted cameras
I'm looking for a power bank to extend the capacity of my action cam battery.
Requirements:
Small enough to mount on a bicycle helmet
Its shape fits well to bicycle helmets
Possible/easy to mount on a helmet
At least 1000mAh capacity
Nice to have…
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1080p PoE IP Camera for NVR
I have a Lorex NVR and half a dozen of their 1080p PoE (Cat6) IP Cameras that are now over two years old. Image quality leaves something to be desired, and I'd like to get adjustable lenses so I can fine-tune the field of view. Features I care…
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Remote hard reboot
I am looking for a device that would allow me to remotely hard reboot my computer. The device could use either wired or wireless Internet connection. I just need to be able to remotely ask it to hard reboot the computer (e.g., physically pressing…
Franck Dernoncourt
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External fingerprint scanner with high fingerprint detection accuracy
I would like to ask you about some external fingerprint scanner with a higher level of security than typical built-in reader.
I have been using several notebooks with built-in fingerprint scanner but it was quite easy to cheat them (I cannot really…
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Low-power 8 bits microcontroller
For a personnal project, I intend to design a board with a temperature sensor, an MCU and a wireless "connector". I would like to have that board powered by battery. The wireless technology is not yet clear, but I am considering which MCU would be…
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What kind of 8GB RAM Stick works with the Lenovo S210 Touch?
I would like to upgrade my Lenovo S210 Touch from 4 to 8GB of RAM. I never did this before and I'm not sure what kind of RAM I need to buy. I think it needs to be a 8GB stick of DDR3L-SDRAM.
Overview:
Model: Lenovo S210 Touch
Processor: Intel…
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Wireless HD projector >2000 Lumen
I am hoping to install a projector in our office space to stream to from laptops/macbooks/tablets etc. However due to the layout, we can't easily run cables from connecting devices to the projector.
Are there any solutions to solve this issue?…
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Classic phone with Linux backup/restore
I'm looking for a not so smart, classic phone mainly used for calls and SMS.
Requirements:
backup and restore contacts, messages etc. with a PC running Linux
high quality and durable construction
good call sound quality
MP3 audio support with 3.5mm…
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Non-WiFi network router that can handle IP spoofing attacks
I run a small business that handles credit card point of sales transactions over my business internet account.
Per some updated regulations with the credit processing company, they now have a requirement that the hardware used at my business be…
user2054
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Small pocket-sized receipt scanner
I am looking for pocket-size scanner to scan the receipts. By receipts I mean these which are printed on thermochromic paper rolls on point-of-sale places.
I understand you can use smart phone plus some apps, but here are the main disadvantages…
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Barcode Scanner that communicates via RESTful API
I am project managing the development of a web app that needs to interface with a wireless bar code scanner.
Ideally I do not want to have to have a local host computer on site for the scanners to connect to / use as a gateway. I don't know if they…
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What are good LED boards for an Arduino?
What are some good charlieplexing LED matrix boards for the Arduino that use very few pins? About 3 digital pins would be great.
Also, I am looking for a good interface to control the LED matrix.
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Low cost temperature and humidity logger
I am looking for an interior temperature and humidity logger that meets the following requirements:
Log access via WiFi or wired ethernet. USB not acceptable.
Ability to store at least 48 hours of data if no connection available.
Sampling rate…
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Cheap solution for point-to-point laser communication
I am looking for a way to construct a two-way communication channel between remote hosts (far away), in big electric smog (large city), but where the weather is mostly clean (some rainy day is not a problem).
I think it could be relatively easily…
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