FriendlyElec
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FriendlyElec is a hardware company that designs and sells single-board computers, CPU modules, and accessories under the NanoPi and NanoPC product lines. Their catalog includes compact ARM-based boards powered by Rockchip and Allwinner SoCs, ranging from budget mini PCs to router-focused boards. They also offer hats, docks, enclosures, displays, and sensor modules compatible with their hardware ecosystem.
FriendlyElec designs and sells ARM-based SBCs, CPU modules, and accessories directly through their online store, with supporting wikis and open-source resources on GitHub.
Makers, embedded developers, and hardware hobbyists looking for affordable ARM-based single-board computers
Background.
- Status
- launched
- Business model
- one-time
- Company
- FriendlyElec
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