IoT Forge Unplugged
IoT Forge Unplugged is your gateway to the dynamic world of the Internet of Things. Each episode delves into the latest advancements in IoT, exploring topics such as smart devices, embedded systems, AI integration, and innovative applications across various industries. Whether you're an engineer, developer, or tech enthusiast, join us as we uncover the stories and technologies shaping our connected future. Join us for insights, practical tips, and inspiration to kickstart your next IoT adventure!
Episodes
In this episode of IoT Forge News Digest, we dive into a surprising headline — Qualcomm acquires Arduino. What happens when the world’s simplest microcontroller brand meets one of the most complex chip ecosystems? We talk about the friction, the potential, and the future of the maker scene. Then, we shift gears to robotics research — from tireless task-specific machines to humanoids learning not just what objects are, but how they’...
Welcome back to IoT Forge Unplugged #19 — your weekly shot of innovation, weirdness, and “wait, that’s real?” moments at the edge of IoT, AI, and robotics.
🎧 In This Episode:
🎂 Home Assistant Turns 12 — Open-source automation that just won’t quit. Twelve years of growth, evolution, and DIY resilience.
🤖 Humanoid Security Breach — Unitree G1 bots phoning home to China every five minutes (yes, really).
🧠 MIT x Toyota’s AI Simulat...
Welcome back to IoT Forge Unplugged #18 — your bite-sized tour of the most exciting projects at the edge of IoT, robotics, and smart devices.
📌 In This Episode:
- 🤖 OpenAI’s Robotics Push: Why mechanical engineers and simulation experts are joining the AGI race
- ⚡ NVIDIA Jetson Thor: 7.5× AI compute power… but at 14× the price of Orin Nano
- 🎹 Raspberry Pi Synths: From open-source Xyntheon to Korg’s pro instruments — even a digital a...
Welcome back to IoT Forge News Digest #17 — the summer break is over, and innovation is in full swing. From open-source nanotech motion platforms to massive new 3D printers, this episode is packed with jaw-dropping engineering updates.
📌 In This Episode You’ll See:
🖨️ Open-Source Nanotech Platform: 50-nanometer precision motion system built from cheap NEMA motors
🐘 Elephant in a Cell: Slovenian researchers 3D print a 10-micron ...
In this episode we move far beyond the hobby corner of 3D printing. From LAIKA’s Oscar-winning “replacement animation” technique, to surgeons rehearsing operations on 3D-printed heads, to the wild world of five-axis printers and Arduino’s big bet on ZephyrOS — the frontier of making is shifting again. We’ll also peek into the latest Home Assistant release, where AI moves from novelty into full-blown automation.
This is not just a re...
From drones flying with insect brains to disaster-rescue cyborg cockroaches, the future of robotics is here — and it's weirder (and smarter) than you think.
🎧 In this episode of IoT Forge Unplugged, Pavel Korshunov covers:
🚁 Drone swarms flying without GPS or communication, powered by a tiny neural net
🪳 Cyborg cockroaches equipped with energy-efficient backpacks for real-world rescue missions
🤖 MIT’s vision-based AI system tea...
🚀 IoT gets wild! From goldfish-driven cars to next-gen lane assist and AI microcontrollers.
This episode of IoT Forge Unplugged is packed with jaw-dropping maker tech and the weirdest robots you’ll see all year.
- What happens when a goldfish takes the wheel?
- Is 20Hz fast enough for driver-assist? (Comma 3X deep dive!)
- ESP32: The secret sauce for real-time connectivity.
- AutoML for Embedded: AI chips made easy.
- Tinymcp: Let microcontr...
Welcome to the IoT Forge News Digest! In this episode, Pavel Korshunov breaks down some of the most exciting updates and tech you need to know about in summer 2025:
The Peripheral Reflex System (PRS): Discover the unsung hero of Silicon Labs chips, letting peripherals "talk" while your MCU sleeps—perfect for ultra-low power designs.
Raspberry Pi Radio Module Two: Add certified Wi-Fi & Bluetooth to your project for j...
In this episode of IRD Force News Digest, we explore the latest breakthroughs in AI-powered robotics, smart home automation, and edge computing:
🚀 Key topics:
🔧 How researchers use neural networks and laser tracking to upgrade industrial robots without full mechanical replacements — improving precision for welding, assembly, and even surgery.
🤖 A smarter way to search ROS (Robot Operating System) packages using semantic search ...
In this episode of Bots, Boards & Brainstorms, we dive into the latest breakthroughs from Google I/O 2025 — including Aloha 2, the open-source robot powered by Gemini AI, and the surprisingly powerful MuJoCo simulator (yes, you can control Spot from your laptop).
We break down what it really takes for robots to “see” and “act,” with new research on smarter vision sensors and motion planning using diffusion models. Plus, an auton...
Welcome back to IoT Forge Unplugged, where we unpack the latest in IoT, robotics, embedded systems, and edge innovation. In this 10th episode, we explore projects and products that move intelligence closer to the action—from backyard greenhouses to wildfire zones.
In this episode:
ESPHome 2025.5.0 introduces Packet Transport for UART/UDP device-to-device comms—perfect for farm-scale automation with no Wi-Fi stress.
A LoRa-base...
In Episode 9 of IoT Forge Unplugged, host Pavel Korshunov takes you on a wild ride through some of the most mind-bending developments in tech this year.We start with a story that sounds like sci-fi but isn’t: researchers have successfully jailbroken LLM-powered robots, manipulating real machines into unsafe actions with nothing but cleverly phrased prompts. It’s a wake-up call for developers and regulators as AI steps further into ...
In this episode of IoT Forge Unplugged, we dive into the dynamic world of connected robotics and embedded innovation. From the quirky struggles of humanoid robots at the Beijing half-marathon to the exciting future of bio-based PCBs and cloud-connected devices, this session explores how the Internet of Things is transforming motion, automation, and intelligence. We cover the major stories shaping the IoT and robotics landscape, inc...
🚀 In this episode, we dive into some of the latest and most exciting developments in the world of IoT, robotics, home automation, and embedded systems!
- Golioth Bluetooth-to-Cloud Connectivity – Learn how Golioth is making it easier to connect Bluetooth devices directly to the cloud through private access networks. https://blog.golioth.io/bluetooth-to-cloud/
- GR00T N1 Foundation Model for Humanoid Robots Explore GR00T N1, a ground...
We celebrate Arduino's 20th anniversary, reflecting on its impact and future. Next, we explore Google DeepMind's Gemini Robotics project, which is integrating advanced AI into robotic hardware.We then discuss Home Assistant's major updates: the expanded Music Assistant and official Matter certification, both of which enhance its position in the smart home space. Lastly, we delve into the creative world of circuit bendin...
In this episode of IoT Forge Unplugged, we dive into the upgraded ESP32-C2 and where it fits in real-world applications, the latest ESPHome update with expanded audio support, and whether I³C really improves on I²C’s distance limitations. Plus, we explore EdgeAI for predictive maintenance, energy harvesting for Ambient IoT, and how Arduino and Silicon Labs are making Matter and machine learning more accessible. Finally, we break do...
Today, we look into Matter, a universal smart home standard, and compare it with the versatile Home Assistant platform. We also dive into STMicroelectronics' STM32N6 microcontroller, designed to bring AI capabilities to real-time data processing at the edge. Next up, we discuss a massive data breach at Mars Hydro and its implications for IoT security. Finally, we review the current state of the cellular IoT module market, analy...
For this episode, I want to focus on something more specific in one area, as opposed to covering a wide variety of news. Recently, I came across a couple of news stories and articles about robotics and their role in different areas. I want to highlight three particular cases: medical, manufacturing, and food. And to start a new tradition, every odd episode I will include a few observations from the personal projects I’m working on ...
A quick dive into IoT trends! This episode covers CES 2025 highlights, including AI-driven devices, automotive IoT advancements, and connectivity innovations, plus the decline of NB-IoT. Stay updated and inspired!
- Arm at CES 2025: AI Innovations and Technology Highlights https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/industry-articles/how-to-streamline-the-iot-security-lifecycle/
- CES 2025: transition in action https://transformainsights.com/bl...
Dive into this episode of IoT Forge Unplugged, where we explore exciting IoT developments! We discuss Apple’s move into Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chips, NVIDIA’s Jetson Orin Nano and its edge computing potential, and groundbreaking satellite NB-IoT trials by Mavenir and Terrestar. Plus, a DIY project idea to control Raspberry Pi GPIOs via Arduino Cloud.
- Can Apple’s new Wi-Fi chip revolutionise its smart home ecosystem in 2025? https:/...
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