Seeed Monthly Wrap Up for November 2024: Enchant Everything with AI
Boost your knowledge with 10 in-depth tech explorations offering expert insights, 3 weekly livestream recaps, and 7 product and service showcases. Stay updated with 12 highlights on Seeed’s latest news and events, and explore the vibrant open-source community with 12 inspiring projects that showcase the future of innovation.
Hey community,
Welcome to the latest Seeed Monthly for November 2024! This month, we will explore Enchant Everything with AI . How does AI seamlessly integrate into hardware and software solutions, enabling makers, developers, and innovators to bring their wildest ideas to life?
Boost your knowledge with 10 in-depth tech explorations offering expert insights, 3 weekly livestream recaps, and 7 product and service showcases. Stay updated with 12 highlights on Seeed’s latest news and events, and explore the vibrant open-source community with 11 inspiring projects that showcase the future of innovation.
📚 I. In-depth Feature & Tech Exploration
01. Tutorial of AI Kit with Raspberry Pi From Zero to Hero Portal Animation
Jumpstart your Raspberry Pi AI journey from basics to real-world deployment with our course – now available on GitHub! This course is designed to teach you how to harness the power of AI on the Raspberry Pi, with a particular focus on using an AI kit to perform essential computer vision tasks. Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to integrate AI into real-world IoT applications, from object detection and image classification to more complex visual recognition tasks. Check Out today.
02. Hardware Interface of reCamera
In this wiki, we introduce you to the various hardware interfaces of the reCamera, including Camera, Light, Mic&Speaker, WI-FI, SD Card and Uart (Debug). Find more details here.
03. ESP-NOW Protocol on XIAO Series
This Wiki will tell you what the ESP-NOW protocol is,and teach you how to use XIAO ESP32 Series to communicate using this protocol. Click for more.
04. SenseCAP Watcher: Firmware Architecture Overview
Introducing the software framework and development guidelines for the SenseCAP Watcher open source firmware, including “Build the Watcher Development Environment”, “Watcher Software Architecture”, “Watcher Function Module Development Guide”, and “Watcher UI Integration Guide”. Learn more
05. Seeed Studio XIAO MG24 Example – Matter
Matter operates efficiently over local networks, offering reliable, low-latency communication without needing internet access. This documentation will guide you through the steps to develop a Matter application on the XIAO MG24, using Arduino. Read more.
06. Pin Multiplexing with Seeed Studio XIAO MG24
The XIAO MG24 features up to 22 regular pins, 18 analog pins, 18 digital pins, 2 SPI, 2 UART, 2 I2C, and supports all PWM. It offers a rich variety of pins available for our use. In this wiki, we will teach you how to drive these pins, enabling us to utilize them effectively! Learn more.
07. Explore the power of Watcher + Open Interpreter
What if your hardware could understand and execute your voice commands effortlessly? Explore the power of Watcher-OI (Open Interpreter), a groundbreaking tutorial by luozhixin. Using our SenseCAP Watcher, this guide shows you how to set up a service that interprets English commands and performs actions on your computer. Check out today.
08. Seeed Studio XIAO RP2350 with Arduino
The Seeed Studio XIAO RP2350 board now supports programming via Arduino, thanks to the arduino-pico core. This guide will help you set up and begin using Arduino on your RP2350 board. Check out the tutorial now.
09. Single Channel Gateway – SenseCAP Indicator
This project demonstrates how to implement a single channel LoRa gateway using SenseCAP Indicator, which use XIAO ESP32S3 as host MCU and SX1262 LoRa radio and build up a LoRaWAN application on TTN. Upgrading the firmware offers a practical solution for those interested in delving into LoRa technology and establishing connections to LNS. Find out more.
10. From Data to Decisions: Master lloT Visualization with Open-Source Tools
In the Industrial IoT domain, data visualization enables data-driven decisions, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Interactive dashboards in Human-Machine Interfaces bridge the gap between users and production lines, fostering smooth connectivity.
With Raspberry Pi powered and Seeed Studio’s reTerminal DM, you can bring intelligence to the edge, creating an efficient, real-time data dashboard in hours! We’re excited to share some open-source tools for rapidly building interactive dashboards. Check out today.
🎬 II. Weekly Livestream: Making Next Gadget
Our renewed livestream “Making Next Gadgets” is back! Each livestream will feature a different tech theme, with our product dev teams sharing the latest product updates, project demos, and exclusive deals. Join us on a journey through the tech revolution happening right now!
01. Master AI with Raspberry Pi, Power Smart Retail Solutions
Feeling the Raspberry Pi AI buzz? Excited about its potential but unsure how to get started? We’ve created a perfect roadmap for you! Quick-start RPi configuration, hands-on AI framework mastery, and real-world model applications are all covered in one course! Watch the video.
02. Thanksgiving Feast: Deals & Giveaways You Can’t Miss!
This Thanksgiving, we’re serving up more than gratitude! Get ready for an exciting livestream packed with exclusive deals (up to 90% OFF), flash sales on our hottest products! We’re giving back to YOU—our amazing community—with limited-time offers you won’t want to miss. Watch the video.
03. Meet the Makers from Maker Faire Shenzhen
Organized by Chaihuo Makerspace, Maker Faire Shenzhen 2024 took place on November 16-17, 2024 at Vanke Design Commune, Nanshan, Shenzhen. Join David Groom (@ishotjrdotcom) and 程玮楠 as they walk you through some of the following highlights:
🔬 120+ exhibition booths showcasing cutting-edge tech applications including big names like Arm, NVIDIA Robotics, Raspberry Pi, Ultralytics, Seeed Studio
🎯 4 summit forums featuring insights from 30 industry leaders
🛠️ 23 hands-on workshops exploring emerging technologies
🌟 11 satellite events connecting innovation across the Greater Bay Area
💡 10 highlight projects demonstrating new tech-enabled interactions
📰 III. Product & Service Showcases
Stay up-to-date with the latest product releases from Seeed. Discover new tools, platforms, and services designed to streamline your workflow and accelerate innovation in your projects.
01. Meet RS485 Breakout Board for XIAO, Extending Industrial Communication Range up to 1200m
We’re excited to announce the Seeed Studio RS-485 Breakout Board, a versatile RS-485 expansion designed specifically for all Seeed Studio XIAO development boards or Adafruit QT Py Boards. Equipped with the TP8485E transceiver IC, this breakout board efficiently converts UART serial streams to RS-485 signals. Read more here.
02. We Listen and Take Action: Your Feedback on NVIDIA Jetson Platform Matters
We’re committed to enhancing your experience with NVIDIA Jetson Edge devices. Whether you’re actively using Jetson platforms, exploring Seeed hardware, or have worked with them in the past, your insights are invaluable to us. We’d love to hear your feedback through a quick questionnaire. Submit your feedback here.
03. Connect reComputer R1000 to ThingsBoard
With ThingsBoard’s comprehensive loT solution enabling rapid device provisioning, data collection, visualization, and control, etc. and the reComputer R1000 adding a dynamic hardware layer, we’re pushing Industrial loT to new heights. lmagine hearing the hum of factory machinery.
04. Just Launched: reComputer R11 – the most adaptable and cost-effective edge IoT gateway & controller in your equipment cabinets!
The latest Raspberry Pi edge IoT gateway and controller, reComputer R11, released! It perfectly balances price, performance, and power consumption, could be the most adaptable and cost-effective choice for system integrators and solution providers in automation, energy management, and industrial space. Read more here.
05. Transforming City Fountain Management with SenseCAP LoRaWAN Weather Monitoring-Based Automation in Slovakia
By deploying SenseCAP S1000 V2 10-in-1 Compact Weather Sensor and SenseCAP S2100 Data Logger, the team at Heliotics supported the city automating the fountain’s operation based on real-time weather data, ensuring optimal efficiency and resource conservation. This innovative solution demonstrates how IoT can modernize urban infrastructure and enhance sustainability efforts in smart cities. Read more.
06. Seeed Studio Raspberry Pi 5 Starter Kit available now on Amazon and Bazaar with limited time Early Bird Pricing!
The Raspberry Pi 5 Starter Kit is an all-in-one solution for you to dive into the world of computing and electronics. It includes a Raspberry Pi 5 (available in 4GB/8GB RAM) along with all essential accessories to jumpstart Raspberry Pi projects. The kit is now available on Amazon and Bazaar with limited time Early Bird Pricing. Jumpstart your Raspberry Pi projects right now! Discover More.
07. Get Started with Indicator for Meshtastic
SenseCAP Indicator is a 4-inch touch screen driven by ESP32-S3 and RP2040 Dual-MCU. With the compatibility with Meshtastic, SenseCAP Indicator can be another game changer as your Meshtastic phone or you name it. Check out today.
👩💻 IV. News & Event Highlights
Get the inside scoop on recent events and news. Gain valuable insights, key takeaways, and highlights from industry experts and thought leaders at the forefront of ML innovation.
01. Maker Faire Shenzhen 2024: Enchant Everything with AI
From November 16th-17th, hosted by Chaihuo Makerspace and Seeed Studio, Maker Faire Shenzhen 2024 was successfully held at Vanke Cloud Design Commune in Nanshan, Shenzhen. The theme of the event is “Enchant Everything with AI”, which consists of Maker Forum, Maker Exhibition, Innovation Workshops, Satellite Events and other sections. The event gathered 120+ exhibitors from the world, and attracted professional visitors from nearly 20 countries and more than 20 provinces in China! Read the Recap Now.
02. Unleash Edge Computing with AWS IoT Greengrass on reComputer
Join us for an interactive workshop at AWS re:Invent 2024, as we walk you through deploying AWS IoT Greengrass on NVIDIA Jetson Orin edge AI devices (via the NVIDIA JetPack SDK), and using AWS IoT Core for cloud-to-edge orchestration. Register now.
03. OpenUC2 XIAO AI Microscope
Do you know community members in Africa used OpenUC2 Microscopy to detect malaria in the field? ICYDK, OpenUC2 10x AI Microscope is an open source microscope that is perfect for various scenarios including Environmental research, Field Research, Timelapse Imaging, Education and other applications! We are cooperating with the OpenUC2 team to combine our strengths to bring this product (and more) to the community through Seeed Studio Fusion CoCreate Services. Click here to learn more.
04. Seeed Studio at Smart City Expo 2024: Empowering the Future of Urban AI Hardware Solutions
The Smart City Expo World Congress was a blast! We had a wonderful 3-day exhibition, meeting with our customers and partners.
𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗵𝗶𝗯𝗶𝘁𝘀
1️⃣ AI Sensors featuring low-power consumption, long-range communication, on-device AI models for detection, powered by Meshtastic, Semtech LoRa®, Arm, and Himax Technologies, Inc., etc.
2️⃣ Edge AI gateways and controllers powered by Raspberry Pi for smart building and energy management;
3️⃣ reThings series devices powered by NVIDIA Robotics Jetson supporting Llama, LLaVA, and VLA models to boost intelligence for robotics and multimodal interaction at the edge.
05. Expanding Technological Horizons: AI Vision and Prototyping Workshops in Colombia
On November 13th and November 25th, Gabriel facilitated virtual workshops for senior-year students at the San José Educational Institution in Curumaní, Cesar. These workshops reached a total of 34 students, offering them exposure to advanced technologies and inspiring their interest in AI as a practical problem-solving tool. More info.
06. Innovation and Community: The Impact of the Vision AI and Prototyping Program in Manizales
Seeed Ranger Gabriel, in collaboration with the University of Manizales, led a program focused on training and developing technological solutions. This initiative culminated in an exciting Hackathon that brought together 96 students, entrepreneurs, research leaders, and professionals passionate about technology. Find out more.
07. MFSZ24 Hi Tour: Delve into the Magical World of Shenzhen Manufacturing
As a satellite event of MFSZ24, on Nov 18, Seeed Fusion Team organized a factory tour to explore the incredible capabilities of Shenzhen manufacturing. We visited a total of three factories – Seeed Agile Manufacturing Center, PCB manufacturing factory, and 3D printing& molding factory. It was heartwarming to see how much they enjoyed the tour. Watch the recap.
08. Join Seeed Studio Seminar at ROSCON 2024 in ShangHai, China
Join Seeed Studio seminar on 12/08/2024 at 11:00 AM to explore how this tiny and open-source AI camera – reCamera tackles computer vision tasks with ROS packages, which encapsulate into modules and connect to the superior robot control system, all for transmitting communication and processing results in ease! Register now.
09. Conference at the University of Nantes on the Method and Techniques of an Intelligent way of Collecting Data in Civil Engineering using IoT
At the Polytech Nantes in France, Dessap Loic, one of Seeed Studio’s Ranger, had the privilege to present during the Artificial Intelligence Earth Buildings Conference. Find out more.
10. 8 Business Solutions Built with LoRaWAN and Low-Code IoT Platform
We were excited to speak at a joint webinar, “8 Business Solutions Built with LoRaWAN and Low-Code IoT Platform,” hosted by Blynk and The Things Industries on November 21st. Our BD manager Violet Su presented our latest LoRaWAN solution with built-in Vision AI capabilities for efficient meter reading, person detection, people counting, object detection, and more. Watch the recap.
11. XIAO ESP32S3 Sense Workshop at the Catholic University of Luis Amigó, Manizales
In partnership with the University of Manizales and supported by companies Platzi, our Ranger Gabriel Giraldo led a program to help students explore tech solutions using XIAO ESP32S3 Sense and SenseCraft. More info.
12. Hacktober Recap, Workshop and Seminar for Open Source Community
Our Ranger Hendra Kusumah recaps an exciting October! From OSHWA to Pycon APAC 2024, our communities shared hands-on surprises and inspiring experiences. Wanna know more? Click here.
🌈 V. Community Project Spotlight
Celebrate the creativity and ingenuity of our community members with featured projects and ideas in machine learning. From open-source libraries to DIY solutions, there’s no shortage of inspiration to be found among our talented community.
01. Let’s Type Cooler with KeebSupply Keyboards: Zilpzalp and GEIST TOTEM, Powered by Seeed Studio XIAO
Let’s dive into two very special innovations, Zilpzalp and GEIST TOTEM, to see how KeebSupply combines simplicity, community-driven design, and advanced tech with the tiny but powerful Seeed Studio XIAO controllers. Check it out.
02. Discover the power of DIY with the ReSpeaker Lite Voice Assistant Kit
ReSpeaker Lite Voice Assistant Kit offers unmatched voice recognition capabilities on a budget for your home automation. AguacaTEC’s guide walks you through each step, from setting up ESPHome to fine-tuning your assistant with dual-mic functionality and smart speaker integration. Find out more.
04. Replicating Apple Watch Feature using XIAO Board
Can a tiny microcontroller replicate the motion-detection magic of an Apple Watch? Techiesms dives into an incredible project using the XIAO nRF52840 Sense and Edge Impulse to track motion like walking, running, or standing idle—all powered by machine learning on the edge. No cloud, just pure edge ML brilliance! Watch the Video
05. Smart IoT Sensor built with XIAO ESP32C6
Check out BegoonLab’s Smart IoT Sensor, powered by our XIAO ESP32C6, bringing Wi-Fi, MQTT messaging, and environmental sensing to your smart home projects with top-notch power management! Learn more.
06. Performance Compare: XIAO RP2040 VS XIAO RP2350
Ever wondered how the XIAO RP2040 stacks up against the new XIAO RP2350? Carla Guo compares these boards’ performance using our Round Display for XIAO. Find out more.
07. How to use a 4-Color ePaper with GxEPD2 and XIAO
Explore the potential of ePaper technology with Profe Tolocka’s latest Hackster tutorial. Learn how to combine the GxEPD2 library with our XIAO RA4M1, ePaper Breakout Board for XIAO and 4-color ePaper display to create vibrant, text-rich, and graphics-capable displays. The tutorial covers library installation, coding essentials, and features of the our ePaper adapter, making it easier than ever to get started with XIAO boards. Check out now.
08. TinyML Based Room Occupation Watcher
Is the meeting room already taken? With Hendra Kusumah’s “TinyML-Based Room Occupation Watcher,” you’ll know without making the trip! This smart device uses the our SenseCAP Watcher to detect room occupancy and share real-time updates over a network. Learn more.
09. ESP32-based digital photo frame with 7-color E-Paper/E-Ink
Discover how ThatProject brings a 7-color E-paper display to life with our XIAO ESP32-S3 and XIAO eInk Expansion Board for a digital frame that refreshes your favorite images throughout the day. Watch the video.
10. November Monthly Campaign to Scale Up Your AI Gadgets
We’re excited to announce the results of our November Monthly Campaign to Scale Up Your AI Gadgets! This month, we saw a fantastic variety of creative and innovative projects, and we’re proud to share the top three: Minichord by Benjamin Poilve received 1.2K likes, The Smallest DIY Camera Using XIAO ESP32S3 Sense by Nickson Kiprotich received 95 likes, BLE Data Glasses With XIAO Microcontroller by Markus Opitz received 40 likes. A huge thank you to everyone who voted! Explore more.
That’s all for today, thank you all for reading through the November 2024 Monthly Wrap-up in your spare time. If you wanna share what projects you’re working on, shoot us a tweet @seeedstudio, let us know on LinkedIn and Discord, or publish your project on our Project Hub on Hackster.
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