Linux-Powered Networking Gadget Unveiled for Hackers and Tinkerers
Flipper Devices, the maker of the popular Flipper Zero hacking device, has announced a new gadget called Flipper One that runs on Linux and offers multiple network connectivity options.
Flipper One: A Networking Device for the Modern Hacker
The Flipper Zero device is a favorite among hackers, which can connect to radios like Bluetooth, RFID, NFC, a sub-1GHz transceiver, and Infrared. In contrast, the new Flipper One device relies on network connectivity through 2x Gigabit Ethernet, USB Ethernet (5 Gbps), and Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz).
Key Features
- Runs on Linux with 2x processors and 8GB RAM
- Multiple network connectivity options, including 2x Gigabit Ethernet, USB Ethernet, and Wi-Fi 6E
- M.2 port for connecting a modem or other devices
- Supports local AI models and hardware video decoding
The new device is not a successor to the Flipper Zero, but rather operates on a different layer, according to the company.
Development and Community Involvement
Flipper Devices is inviting developers to join the community and develop parts of the software that could be used to ship the final device. The company is also working on its own Linux-based flavor, called Flipper OS, which will allow users to access profiles with different pre-configured packages and settings.
- Flipper OS is currently in a concept stage
- The company is also developing a FlipCTL interface to control small screen LCDs on devices like Flipper One
Potential Use Cases
- Use as a router, VPN gateway, or bridge
- Run as a Linux desktop or on-the-go media box
- Plug in a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to make for a Linux desktop
- Use HDMI 2.1 port with support for 4K streaming at 120Hz
The final details of the consumer launch will be announced in the future, but the device is likely to cost less than $350 for the base configuration without cellular modules.
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