Mini-computer Raspberry Pi Zero W received the support of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
News Devices / / December 19, 2019
Mini computer valued at $ 10, which is two times more expensive than the previous version Pi Zero. But added to the novelty wireless option fully justify the cost.
Raspberry Pi devices used in mass from gaming consoles to electrical skate. And USB is sometimes not enough: in order to connect multiple peripherals need a hub, which can cost more than most PCs. Therefore, the fifth anniversary of the start of the budget to pay the developers did not go to the next price reduction, and to upgrade with the addition of the price.
From Raspberry Pi Zero 2015 Fresh Raspberry Pi Zero W differs only supports Wi-Fi 802.11n and Bluetooth 4.0. To do this, put the same chip that Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, - Cypress CYW43438. Other specifications are not changed: a single-core processor 1 GHz, 512 MB RAM, miniHDMI ports, microUSB, microUSB OTG, GPIO c 40 pins, CSI-connector, a composite video output and for the microSD slot.
For convenient storage Raspberry Pi Zero W created case with three lids: a solid, with an opening for access to the terminals GPIO, and with an aperture and a fastening chamber.
The company hopes that the wireless capabilities will expand ways to use a mini-computer. About Zero W supplies in Russia there is no evidence.