Summary

  • In this week’s episode of the Hackaday podcast host Elliot Williams and Hackaday editor Tom Nardi discuss topics including 3D printing, alternative realities and interesting hacks.
  • They begin by covering the upcoming Hackaday Europe event, and the saga of 3DBenchy, the 3D-printed boat that has become a test file for STEM education.
  • News this week includes a way of viewing the world using Wi-Fi, and Amazon’s latest changes to the Kindle ecosystem.
  • Interesting Hacks include Auto-downloading Kindle books ahead of a deadline, what the world would look like if USB never dominated the peripheral world and bringing Linux to the animal Crossing villagers.
  • Other hacks include a unique linear position sensor and a disappointing reality of voice control systems.
  • Finally, Tom and Elliot pick their favourite hacks.

By Tom Nardi

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