WiThumb - Arduino Compatible WiFi USB Thumb / IMU

A project in San Jose, CA by Funnyvale
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USB Powered WiFi IoT development board with 6 DOF IMU and precision temperature sensor. Dressed up with optional plastic case.
DIY Electronics
Backers: 128
Average Pledge Per Backer: $39

Funded: $5,047 of $2,000
Dates: Jun 28th -> Aug 1st (34 days)
Project By: Funnyvale
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Latest News

Pre-production design submitted

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
Since the funding goal has been met, I decided to submit the pre-production design for fabrication before the campaign ends. If it goes smoothly, you will receive your reward sooner.  (Read More)

Improved USB chip and component placement

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
Based on some feedback from our supporters, there are a couple of improvements made to WiThumb 1. The USB-UART bridge on WiThumb is now going to be CP2104 from Silicon Labs as opposed to the CH340G. This is because CP2104 has better driver support... (Read More)

WiThumb runs MicroPython

July 5th - via: kickstarter.com
I am testing MicroPython and I am able to run Hello World program in my first attempt. More testing to come. Please tell your friends and support this project. Thanks! http://hackarobot.com/how-to-run-micropython-on-esp8266-withumb-iot-board/  ... (Read More)

100% funded! Sample source code posted.

July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Dear supporters, Thank all of you for the support and suggestions. We are now 100% funded.  Special thanks to those who pledged extra amount.  By the way, I posted the first Instructables for WiThumb along source code. It is an example of how to... (Read More)

50% funded in 24 hours - Thank you!!

June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
It is exciting to see that we are 50% funded within 24 hours.Thank you so much to all the early supporters! It is a good start , but we are not done yet. WiThumb has a unique form factor and it is easy to deploy your IoT applications. Please tell... (Read More)

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