# Quartz64 Published articles for Quartz64. This is one page of public article previews, not the complete archive. Follow Next page to continue. Summaries are not the original full articles. ## March Update: Tablet Bonanza! DevFeed: [March Update: Tablet Bonanza!]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2023-04-01T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Pine64](), [Pinetab2](), [Pinenote](), [Software](), [Pinephone](), [Pinephone-Pro](), [Hacking](), [DDoS](), [Ubuntu]() Tags: [attacks](), [blog-post](), [community-update](), [hacking](), [news](), [pine64](), [pinenote](), [pinetab-v](), [pinetab2](), [quartz64](), [software](), [unicorn](), [update]() ### AI overview PINE64's March community update announces April availability dates for Star64, PineTab2, and PineTab-V, and covers PineNote development, software progress, and PineTab2 performance expectations. It also reports recent attacks on the PineStore and other community updates. ### Source excerpt We end the first quarter of the year with news that Star64 will be available for purchase on April 4th and that the PineTab2 and PineTab-V(ery good!) will launch the following week on April 11th. In this month's update we also cover PineNote development (I know many of you have been waiting for this) and discuss how software on the device has really taken off in recent months. Finally, CounterPillow - a key RK3566 community developer - sets the expectations for the PineTab2 with some real-life performance examples. Strap on your unicorn horns because there's much ground to cover this month - let's get to it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow the PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank Alex (clover), CounterPillow and Maximilian Weigand and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Video synopsis of this month's update TL;DR Housekeeping We held our 5th community Q&A session mid-March; thank you to all those who showed up; you can watch the recorded live-stream on Youtube, PeerTube and Odysee The PineStore has been targeted by DDOS and hacking attacks recently, which caused page time-outs and general inconvenience; rest assured nothing was compromised The reworked community site is taking shape and its looking great - help us test it starting April 15 PINE64 EU Pinecil restock on April 1st instead of March 31st Newsflash Star64 will be available on April 4th in two configurations: 4GB and 8GB LPDDR4 memory for $69.99 and $89.99 r ## February update: things are taking shape DevFeed: [February update: things are taking shape]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2023-03-01T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Pine64](), [Pinephone](), [Pinetab2](), [FOSDEM](), [Pinebook-Pro]() Tags: [community-update](), [fosdem](), [pine64](), [pinebook-pro](), [pinephone](), [pinephone-keyboard](), [pinephone-pro](), [pinetab2](), [quartz64](), [soquartz](), [star64](), [update]() ### AI overview This PINE64 community update covers PineTab2 pricing and SKU variants, the expected availability of Star64, recent PinePhone development, and other community, store, hardware, software, and firmware updates. ### Source excerpt Let me start by apologizing to everyone for skipping yet another monthly community update. This has largely been my fault as I was rather busy in January and following FOSDEM at the start of February I found myself occupied with things related to the EU store. I hope for things to go back to normal now; you can expect future community updates at the end of each month as per usual. Again, I apologise, mea culpa. I hope that this month's update and the news it brings will more than make up for the wait: the Nestflash section is absolutely packed this month, we're revealing PineTab2's pricing and SKU variants (both of which I'm sure you'll be pleased with), announcing that Star64 will be available in the next 6 weeks (or so) and report on all the work that has gone into PinePhone (Pros) development in the recent two months ... and much more Let's get to it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow the PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank Alex (clover), JF, Danct12, William Starkey, Alex Horner, River-Mochi, Biktorgj and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Video synopsis of this month's update TL;DR Housekeeping FOSDEM was great - thank you to all who came and chatted with us at the stall Pine Store is getting back to normal following CNY Next quarterly community Q&A on 17 March at 20:00 CET - be there or be square PINE64 EU full restock on March 1st Newsflash New release for R-Cade for Rock64, RockPro64 and Pinebook Pro is excellen ## December Update: Merry Christmas and Happy New PineTab DevFeed: [December Update: Merry Christmas and Happy New PineTab]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2022-12-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Hardware](), [RISC-V]() Tags: [announcement](), [community](), [community-update](), [fosdem](), [hardware](), [incident](), [pine64](), [pinecil](), [pinephone](), [pinephone-pro](), [pinetab](), [quartz64](), [quartzpro64](), [update]() ### AI overview PINE64's December community update announces the PineTab2, reviews the company's 2022 hardware launches, and previews 2023 plans. It also covers a delayed Star64 launch, progress on Quartz-series devices, Pinecil V2 updates, community moderation, and upcoming events and store activity. ### Source excerpt Merry Christmas, happy holidays and a Happy New Year to you all. This month's update has a different formula from the usual - aside from the announcement of the PineTab2, most of this month's content is dedicated to looking back at this year and taking a sneak peak at what's to come in 2023. I think that if you read between the lines, even poorly, you'll get a good idea of what we'll be up to next year. We have a lot of ground to cover in this update so let's get to it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow the PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank Alex (clover), Gamiee, Danct12, Pillow, Thanos, Immy and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Video synopsis of the December community update TL;DR Housekeeping Thank you for 2022 everyone! November community Q&A is now on Youtube and Odysee if you missed it We've got a FOSDEM 2023 stall - we're on the floor both days, come and see us Work on the new website is coming along PINE64 EU store restock before Christmas We've had an incident in #off-topic channel - we're on it and working towards better moderation of all chats Newsflash Star64 launch delayed due to review; striving to make it available before CNY Ox64 among the fastest selling PINE64 hardware Pillow has done much work on the Quartz64, SOQuartz and QuartzPro64 in the past month; much work has gone into mainlining and critical bug fixes - significant progress Much Pinecil V2 news and showcases: new Pinecil V2's ship with f ## July Update: A Pinecil Evolved DevFeed: [July Update: A Pinecil Evolved]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2022-07-28T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [RISC-V](), [SOC](), [cpu](), [GPU](), [Ethernet](), [pcie](), [USB](), [Development]() Tags: [gigabit-ethernet](), [ota](), [pcie](), [pinebuds](), [pinecil](), [pinesounds](), [pinetime](), [quartz64](), [quartzpro64](), [risc-v](), [star64](), [telemetry](), [update](), [usb]() ### AI overview PINE64's July community update introduces Pinecil V2 and reviews Star64, a RISC-V single-board computer using the StarFive JH7110 CPU and BXE-2-32 GPU. It also reports progress on Quartz64, PineBuds, PineTime, and InfiniTime. ### Source excerpt Welcome to the July community update - I hope you're staying cool in the heatwave. This month we're introducing the Pinecil V2 - an evolution of the original Pinecil - and taking a closer look at the Star64 RISC-V SBC. We also discuss Quartz64's development progress, the PineBuds and receive an update on PineTime and InfiniTime from JF. Let's get into it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow the PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank Alex (clover) Ben Brown (Ralim), pillow, JF and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tn4S1mdt7QQ July Update video synopsis TL;DR Housekeeping New PineTalk episode is out Quarterly Q&A on August 13, at 8:00PM CEST (UTC+2) Alternative payment methods available in Pine Store again The Pinebook Pro is available PINE64 EU has launched Pinecil (V2) New RISC-V SoC Adds BLE - opening potential for OTA updates & remote telemetry Automatic detection of tip resistance Compatible with existing peripherals and accessories, including cases Range of new, shorter 6.2ohm tips for higher power level IronOS already ported Counterfeit protection; future option for users to verify if their Pinecil V2 is legit Available very soon Star64 Congratulations to Gav for being the first to solve the riddle! Star64 is in final layout stages and we want to bring it to the market soon Uses StarFive JH7110 64bit CPU paired with BXE-2-32 GPU Available in 4 and 8GB RAM configuration Equipped with 2x Gigabit Ethernet ports (a variant with 1x GbE will be available later on for $5 less), PCIe, USB 3.0 as well as 2x U ## My DIY low-power 6 SSD NAS based on the Quartz64 ARM board DevFeed: [My DIY low-power 6 SSD NAS based on the Quartz64 ARM board]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2022-06-03T00:00:00Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Server](), [Arm](), [pcie](), [.NET 11]() Tags: [diy](), [gigabit-ethernet](), [low-power](), [nas](), [pcie](), [pine64](), [quartz64](), [rk3566](), [ssd]() ### AI overview A project report describes building a DIY low-power NAS around a Pine64 Quartz64 Model A, using its PCIe interface with a six-port SATA controller and an enclosure for six 2.5-inch SATA drives. The author reports that the tested SATA controller and Intel 4x GbE PCIe board worked out of the box, while raising power-supply considerations for operating six drives. ### Source excerpt ARM SBCs have been around for a few years now. They were made popular and accessible mostly by the RaspberryPi released in 2012. I've been enjoying building countless projects around these boards : web servers, home-automation, camera recording, IM bots,... A new trend has recently appeared in the SBC world : the PCIe slot! The RaspberryPi 4 Compute Module exposes it via the IO board, and the Pine64 RockPro64 is equipped with a PCIe 4x open-ended slot directly on the board. I haven't had the opportunity to get hold of one of these boards, but I'm lucky enough to have a Quartz64 model A on hands. The Quartz64 is based on the Rockchip RK3566 running @1.8Ghz. My board is equipped with 8GB of RAM. It also has Gigabit ethernet, 1 SATA connector, USB3, and of course, the PCIe port. I experimented a bit with the PCIe interface by testing a couple of PCIe boards I had on hands at that time : the SATA controller board from Pine64 and an Intel 4x GBe board : they worked out of the box! Awesome, isn't it? 4xGbe PCIe card installed on the Quartz64 2 SSDs connected to the Quartz64 via the SATA controller boad I had an idea in the back of my mind : create a DIY low-power NAS based on a cheap SBC that can handle more than 2 drives (up to 6, preferably) without using USB. And it looks like this project is now completely possible! So... Let's do it! The prototype The first prototype was very rough : everything was laying on my desk, with all the wires dangling around. It was a bit messy, but it allowed me to check that the drives were working correctly. When I ensured that everything was working as expected, I bought a few more items : the SATA controller with 6 ports and an enclosure for 6 2.5" SATA drives. How to properly power an SBC and 6 drives? This question haunted me for some time. For now, the SBC is powered by a 12V power brick via a barrel connector. And the disks are powered by the board using those specific power cables by Pine64. If I understand correctly, this cable is co ## PINE64 May Community Update Covers Pinebook Pro, Quartz64 Model-B, and PinePhone Pro DevFeed: [PINE64 May Community Update Covers Pinebook Pro, Quartz64 Model-B, and PinePhone Pro]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2022-05-31T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Pine64](), [Pinebook-Pro](), [Pinephone-Pro](), [Soquartz]() Tags: [community-update](), [pine64](), [pinebook-pro](), [pinephone-keyboard](), [pinephone-pro](), [pinesound](), [pinetime](), [quartz64](), [soquartz](), [update]() ### AI overview PINE64's May community update covers the resumption of Pinebook Pro production, the introduction of Quartz64 Model-B, SOQuartz Blade hostboard production, PinePhone Pro camera enablement, keyboard issues, and other community projects. ### Source excerpt Hello everyone! This month we're announcing production of the Pinebook Pro resuming and introduction of Quartz64 model-B. I had an opportunity to meet with TL earlier this month, and got some ear-on time with the Pinebuds, so I dedicated a section to my early impressions from the time spent with the prototype. This update also brings news of SOQuartz Blade hostboard production, camera enablement on the PinePhone Pro and a guest write-up by dsimic addressing issues some users have been experiencing with their PinePhone (Pro) keyboards. There is truly a lot to get to this month, so let's get into it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow the PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank JF, Dylan, dsimic, Alex (clover), Brian (33YN2), and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Video synopsis TL;DR Housekeeping Update moved to 28th of the month PINE64 in-person meeting Pinebook donation to school with kids in need of laptops We're going though QuartzPro64 dev pre-orders PINE64 EU store; addressing delay Quartz64 & SOQuartz Model-B released - available for $60 SOQuartz Blade hostboard enters production Pinebook Pro Pinebook Pro is making a return after months of absence Expected in Pine Store late June early July Price stays the same as do most specs Highlight of selected new released for the Pinebook Pro PinePhone (Pro) PinePhone Pro restock expected late June early July PinePhone Pro camera enablement underway; look at first pictures Mob ## March Update: Introducing the QuartzPro64 DevFeed: [March Update: Introducing the QuartzPro64]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2022-03-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Single Board Computer](), [SOC](), [Development]() Tags: [announcements](), [community-update](), [embedded](), [infinitime](), [pinephone](), [pinephone-pro](), [pinetime](), [quartz64](), [quartzpro64]() ### AI overview PINE64 announces the QuartzPro64, a new single-board computer based on Rockchip's RK3588 SoC. The developer-focused board is expected in the coming weeks, with 16GB of RAM, 64GB of expandable eMMC storage, extensive I/O, and an initial price above $300. The update also covers Quartz64 model-B availability, community changes, and Pine-branded device updates. ### Source excerpt This month we're announcing the QuartzPro64 - a new single-board computer based on Rockchip's powerful RK3588 SoC. This is our first Pro-grade SBC since the introduction of the ROCKPRo64, and I believe it to be a worthy successor to the much revered Pro lineup. I am also happy to let you know that the Quartz64 model-B will be arriving at the Pine Store in the coming weeks, with all of its features supported in the most recent Manjaro OS image. We've got much to discuss, let's get into it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel on Matrix, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank JF, Alex (clover), Brian (33YN2), Danct12 and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Synopsis of this month's update in video format TL;DR Housekeeping A new episode of PineTalk is out - listen to the hosts' suggestions for future PINE64 devices Improvements to the chats have been made over the last few weeks which should significantly reduce spam PineTab and Pinebook Pro will sadly remain unavailable for a while longer PINE64 EU is on track for May 1st launch QuartzPro64 We're introducing the QuartzPro64 based on RK3588 - available in the coming weeks to developers It will cost North of $300 and will initially only be available to developers via a coupon system With development in mind, the QuartzPro64 exposes as much I/O as possible Equipped with 16GB RAM and 64GB of expandable eMMC Will only be available publicly when BSP release ## October Update Follow-up DevFeed: [October Update Follow-up]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-10-29T00:00:00Z Content type: article Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Pinephone-Pro](), [Soquartz](), [Discord](), [Raspberry Pi](), [foss](), [Matrix](), [IRC]() Tags: [announcement](), [community-update](), [discord](), [foss](), [irc](), [matrix](), [pinedio](), [pinephone](), [pinephone-pro](), [quartz64](), [soquartz](), [telegram](), [update]() ### AI overview Pine64's October community update follow-up covers discussion of the PinePhone Pro, delivery delays affecting China and the USA, community chat activity across Discord and bridged platforms, and the planned Pine Store availability of the SOQuartz module. SOQuartz is described as pin-compatible with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 and suitable for existing CM4 baseboards and planned hostboards. ### Source excerpt Happy Halloween! As promised earlier this month, here is the follow-up to the October community update. Some of the topics I'll touch upon will be covered in more detail in November. I'll keep this one brief. Housekeeping PineTalk discussed the PinePhone Pro in last week's episode. At the time of writing, it is the most listened-to episode of our community-run podcast, and there is a reason for it - it is a very good episode. I encourage you to have a listen. Earlier this week we had a guest post about the creation of the Meet the PinePhone Pro announcement trailer. If you're interested in learning how the trailer was made, and which software was used during its production, then I invite you to have a read. Logistics issues in China and the USA have caused a significant increase in parcel delivery times. The USA is particularly affected by the situation. There is nothing we can do about it, but the reason I am bringing it up is due to the increase in support tickets requesting help in tracking down packages (and sporadic claims of packages being lost). All I can do is ask you for patience - it may take a long time, but in 99.9% of cases the parcel will eventually arrive at your doorstep. Lastly, our Discord is about to reach (or already reached) 9000 members, making it the biggest chat platform out of all protocols used by our community. I think this is quite the milestone and I am very happy to see many new faces actively engaging in discussions. I know Discord is frowned upon by some in the FOSS community, so before anyone complains - there are corresponding and bridged channels in Telegram, IRC, and Matrix available for those who wish to use a different platform. Full chat list here. SOQuartz The SOquartz module will be available for purchase in the Pine Store next week. I already covered the SOQuartz in-depth in the June update, so I encourage you to read that blog entry for more information. For those who do not know, the SOQuartz is a module that is pin-compat ## Introducing the PineNote DevFeed: [Introducing the PineNote]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-08-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [e-ink](), [Single Board Computer](), [Hardware](), [Pinephone]() Tags: [announcements](), [devices](), [e-ink](), [firmware](), [pinedio](), [pinenote](), [pinephone](), [pinetime](), [quartz64](), [release](), [single-board-computer]() ### AI overview PINE64 announces the PineNote, a high-end e-ink device based on the Quartz64 single-board computer, with an RK3566 processor, 4GB of LPDDR4 RAM, 128GB of eMMC storage, a Wacom-compatible panel, and a planned $399 price. The community update also covers PinePhone keyboard production, hardware development, hosting infrastructure, and software updates. ### Source excerpt This month brings news that many of you have been waiting years for - we're introducing the PineNote, a high-end e-ink device based on the powerful Quartz64 single board computer. But the good news doesn't end here, the PinePhone keyboard has entered production, developers have begun work on PinePhone's back cases, PineDio development is moving forward and we've seen a new firmware release for Pinebook Pro's touchpad. There's a lot of ground to cover this month, so let's get to it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank JF, Alex (clover), Dylan (from postmarketOS), Peter (LinMob), Alfred (from UBports), Chris (kop316), Brian (33YN2), gamiee and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Community update video summary by PizzaLovingNerd TL;DR Housekeeping: DHL sent all PinePhones to NZ, so we had to reship all orders (sorry for the delay) Housekeeping: Building a temporary cluster to complete and maintain hosting cluster; build log and updates incoming PineNote: Announcing the PineNote, one of the most powerful devices of its kind on the market PineNote: Quartz64 based; specs include - fast refresh e-ink panel with multiple frontlight settings, RK3566, 4GB LPDDR4 RAM and 128GB eMMC flash storage PineNote: Wacom panel compatible with many EMR pens: we will offer our own PineNote: Available this year for $399; early adopters batch includes EMR pen + magnetic cover (later sold separately) PinePhone ## July update: community developers portal DevFeed: [July update: community developers portal]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-07-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Development](), [Pinephone](), [Embedded Software Dev](), [RIOT](), [Arch Linux](), [Linux]() Tags: [announcements](), [code](), [community](), [developers](), [discord](), [driver](), [embedded](), [firmware](), [i2c](), [pine64](), [pinedio](), [pinephone](), [quartz64](), [update](), [wireless]() ### AI overview PINE64's July community update announces the upcoming PINE64 DevZone developer portal and reports hardware and software progress across PineTime, PinePhone, and Quartz64. It covers InfiniTime 1.2, WaspOS, the Malila firmware project, PinePhone accessories and software, Arch Linux with Plasma Mobile, and Quartz64 upstreaming work. ### Source excerpt This month's big news isn't a piece of hardware or software but rather an upcoming platform aimed at community developers called the PINE64 DevZone. But fret not, I also have a number of hardware news to report - including a new LoRa device called PineDio Stack - as well as an overview of the software progress on our flagship devices. Let's get to it. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and PeerTube. To stay up-to-date with PINE64 news make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank JF, Alex (clover), Danct12, Peter (pgwipeout), Martijn Braam, Brian (33YN2) and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Community update video summary by PizzaLovingNerd TL;DR Housekeeping: we're creating a community developers portal called the PINE64 DevZone; sign-ups are open PineTime: sealed PineTime units with InfiniTime 1.2 & newest bootloader are now available in the PineStore for $26.99 PineTime: InfniTime 1.2 brings new apps, improvements to RAM and ROM memory and various bug fixes; upcoming release will feature a new watchface PineTime: WaspOS gets a sports app, a watch face chooser and a visual overhaul PineTime: New firmware announced - Malila is based on RIOT and in early stages of development PinePhone Hardware: final keyboard pre-production units now being made, production to start immediately after final review if no issues are found PinePhone Hardware: wireless charging and fingerprint reader back cases being tested and reviewed in coming days; LoRa back case awaiting I2C driver PinePhone S ## June update: new hardware and more on the way DevFeed: [June update: new hardware and more on the way]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-06-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Pinephone](), [Hardware](), [Mobile](), [Linux]() Tags: [embedded](), [hardware](), [lora](), [news](), [pinecil](), [pinephone](), [quartz64](), [update]() ### AI overview PINE64's June 2021 community update announces that the Quartz64 Model A is available for purchase, with 4GB and 8GB configurations. It also covers Quartz64 development, the SOQuartz compute module, PinePhone keyboard prototypes and software updates, and a delay to the wireless charging back case caused by chip shortages. ### Source excerpt I'd like to start by giving you all a quick heads-up: next month I am away on vacation (first one since early 2020), which means that next month's update will either be very short or split into multiple posts. If I write up a longer post then I may not publish it on the 15th but at some other point in time. I haven't yet made up my mind how I'll do this, so just keep an eye out. With that out of the way let us get into this month's news - the biggest one of which is that Quartz64 model-A is now available for purchase! You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and Peertube. Stay up-to-date with PINE64 news and make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank JF, Alex (clover), Ondrej (Megi), Chris (kop316), Brian (33YN2) and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & June community update video summary by PizzaLovingNerd TL;DR for this month's communty update: Housekeeping: improvements to product pages and getting started. A new shipping, stock and availability tracker added to website Housekeeping: a quick notice regarding code of conduct, moderation and just being a decent person to others Quartz64: the model-A is now available in the Pine Store! (4GB model - $59.99 // 8GB model - $79.99) Quartz64: development is proceeding quickly, but for now this is a board for developers and enthusiasts capable of contributing Quartz64: model-B, with smaller footprint, available at a later date Quartz64: introducing the SOQuartz compute module, featuring industry-standard 100 pin connectors PinePhone Hardw ## PINE64 May community update on PineTime, PinePhone, and infrastructure DevFeed: [PINE64 May community update on PineTime, PinePhone, and infrastructure]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-05-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Pinephone](), [Pinebook-Pro](), [cloud-infrastructure]() Tags: [community-update](), [lora](), [pinebook-pro](), [pinephone](), [quartz64](), [soedge](), [update]() ### AI overview PINE64's May community update covers shipping, PineTime availability and software work, PinePhone production and accessories, and plans to move hosted services to a permanent server rack. ### Source excerpt Let me start by welcoming the newcomers! If you are a new Pinebook Pro or PinePhone BE owner, make sure to pop by the chat or the forum and say hello to the community. A quick note before we get into it: we have narrowed the width of the blogpost pages, thereby hopefully making entries easier to read. This caused some issues on mobile Firefox and Opera browsers. We believe the issue is now fixed, but if you run into any problems or oddities please make sure to let us know in the comments section. Thanks. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on Odysee and Peertube. Stay up-to-date with PINE64 news and make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel, the announcements channel in Discord as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to thank JF, Alex (clover), Peter (pgwipeout), Biktor, Martijn and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. N.B. Comments on the blog post need to be in English and follow our Community Rules and Code of Conduct. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & TL;DR Housekeeping: shipping ongoing + ideas for shipping updates on the website Housekeeping: SOEdge AI module available in the Pine Store & Pinecil hammerhead tip coming soon Housekeeping: cluster hosting our services will be moved to a permanent server rack in near future; will affect chats in and forums. Housekeeping: people behind FOSS2go are building PineGuild PineTime: big interest in PineTime following 1.0 launch blog post; thrilled about the reception inside and outside community PineTime: more PineTimes available in June, will feature InfiniTime 1.0 PineTime: many pull requests waiting to be merged; new version of Siglo and improvements to Pinetime support in Gadgetbridge PinePhone: rolling production started - you can order the PinePhone any day ## PINE64 March 2021 Community Update DevFeed: [PINE64 March 2021 Community Update]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-03-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Hardware](), [Pinebook-Pro](), [Pinephone](), [Linux]() Tags: [pinebook-pro](), [pinephone](), [quartz64](), [soedge]() ### AI overview PINE64 reports difficult manufacturing conditions, a Quartz64 pilot production run, planned SOEdge availability, and expected PinePhone and Pinebook Pro pre-orders after production begins. ### Source excerpt Welcome to this month's community update. We're now facing one of the most challenging electronics manufacturing circumstances in years, and possibly even in all of electronics history. Despite this, I've got some good news to relay this month, including a Quartz64 pilot production-run, SOEdge being available next month and plenty of community news. Last minute update: looks like we will have the PinePhone and Pinebook Pro for pre-order next week too, hurrah! You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on YouTube (embedded below) as well as on LBRY and Peertube. Stay up-to-date with PINE64 news and make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to acknowledge JF, Marek (Gamiee), Alex (clover), and PizzaLovingNerd for their contributions to this community update. Thank you! Let's get to it. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Video synopsis of this month's Community Update TL;DR Housekeeping pt.1: we're facing difficult manufacturing circumstances - pre-orders for Pinebook Pro & PinePhone will open after production is underway. Housekeeping pt.1: stock availability of SBCs, SOMs and other devices will likely change on a weekly basis Housekeeping pt.2: we're working on a stock and pre-order tracking system for the Pine Store Housekeeping pt.2: the PineOne riddle was solved in record time Housekeeping pt.2: I was on FOSS-North podcast talking about PINE64 Housekeeping pt.2: fourth episode of PineTalk is out; PineTalk has been listed on Podcast Index SOEdge: SOEdge AI module now fully functional thanks to Marek (Gamiee); runs BSP Linux and build is tailored to support existing PINE64 hardware / peripherals SOEdge: the SOEdge baseboard and USB 3.0 adapter are currently being produced, and will be back next month, at which point they'll go on sale; expect ## February Update: Show and Tell DevFeed: [February Update: Show and Tell]() Original publisher: [Read original article]() Published: 2021-02-15T00:00:00Z Content type: news Language: en Sources: [Community blog on PINE64]() Topics: [Single Board Computer](), [Pinephone](), [RISC-V](), [Mobile](), [Embedded Software Dev](), [AWS IoT Core]() Tags: [community-update](), [lorawan](), [news](), [pine64](), [pinebook-pro](), [pinephone](), [pinephone-keyboard](), [quartz64](), [risc-v](), [single-board-computer](), [update]() ### AI overview PINE64's February community update reviews the Quartz64 model-A, progress on the PinePhone keyboard, the company's first RISC-V single-board computer, and plans to expand LoRaWAN across the PINE64 ecosystem. It also reports manufacturing and shipping updates, Pinebook Pro production plans, and PinePhone software and modem work. ### Source excerpt Welcome to this month's community update. As many of you know, we have now entered the Chinese New Year (CNY) period, which means that all manufacturing and related business activities have ground to a halt. It is always a mad rush to complete ongoing work prior to CNY, but now that the festive period is upon us we get a chance to catch our breath and evaluate the progress made. In this month's update we're going to take a close look at the Quartz64 model-A, showcase headway made on the PinePhone keyboard, discuss our first RISC-V single board computer and introduce plans for making LoRaWAN a staple of the PINE64 ecosystem. You can watch the synopsis of this month's community update on Youtube (embedded below) as well as on LBRY and Peertube. Stay up-to-date with PINE64 news and make sure to subscribe to this blog (subscription widget at the bottom of the webpage), follow PINE64 Telegram News channel as well as our Twitter and Mastodon. I'd like to acknowledge JF, Marek (Gamiee), Alex (clover), PizzaLovingNerd, Konrad, Biktor and Dylan for their contributions to this community update. Thank you! This may just be the most news-packed update since July last year, so strap in for some PINE64-goodness and let's get to it. Note: This image preview protects your privacy. Click to load the video from the Google servers. Link to the video & Video Synopsis by PizzaLovingNerd TL;DR for this month's update: Housekeeping: Two PineTalk episodes are out! Housekeeping: Pinecil back in stock late Feb/ early March Housekeeping: Shipping status of PinePhone Mobian CE Housekeeping: Manufacturing difficulties expected after CNY and for much of Q2/Q3 this year Quartz64: Detailed specs listed and pictures of the SBC shown Quartz64: Comparison to ROCKPro64 connectivity & performance Quartz64: Generic benchmarks on par with most popular SBC on market Quartz64: More than a stand-alone SBC - a dev platform for future devices Pinebook Pro: Production resumes in March; pre-orders mid-March Pin