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arduino

  1. R

    USB port behavior connecting to Arduino

    I've been using a 2017 Macbook Air (Intel silicon) to connect to an Arduino via USB. The Arduino is embedded in a system which has a 5vdc power supply which powers the Arduino during normal operation. When I connect via USB to the laptop (to download a new sketch or monitor the system status)...
  2. soanis

    HomeKit accessing non-smart but automatic blinds through homekit / arduino

    What the title says, basically. I have pre-installed automated blinds that work with 2 switches, up and down. Is it possible to install an arduino or a pi and enable them for homekit? Has anyone done this or heard of / seen such DIYs? Whenever I search for it all that comes up are...
  3. HunterCupp

    MacBook Air (2013) Suddenly Dead

    Hello all, I've received a 2013 model MacBook Air that does not power on or respond to anything. The story I was told was that the previous owner was using an Arduino connected directly to one of the USB ports and somewhere along the line they (The MacBook Air & Arduino) both died. I assume...