Qualcomm is acquiring Arduino, the Italian open-source electronics platform behind a range of boards for tinkerers, DIY hobbyists, and educators, for an undisclosed amount. In an announcement on Tuesday, Qualcomm says the Arduino “brand, tools, and mission” will remain independent while still building microcontrollers and microprocessors with chips from multiple manufacturers.

In addition to the acquisition, Arduino is releasing the Uno Q, a Raspberry Pi-like board that combines Qualcomm’s Dragonwing QRB2210 processor and a real-time microcontroller. It’s capable of running Linux Debian and allows you to plug in a keyboard, mouse, and display with a USB-C dongle. The new board also supports lightweight AI models, allowing for “AI-powered vision and sound solutions that react to their envi

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