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Open hardware is growing faster than ever and breaking in new ways.http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/12/New_review1.png2025 has been a productive year for the Armbian project. As the Single Board Computer ecosystem continues to fragment and expand, Armbian has consolidated its position as the universal glue holding the open-source hardware world together. Our mission remains clear: providing a consistent, reliable build framework that generates operating system for an increasingly diverse hardware landscape. Hardware diversity and development velocityThe most visible metric of our growth is hardware support. This year, the team successfully integrated 61 new boa…

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/12/githubhighlights-2.pngThis week in Armbian development saw a series of refinements and maintenance updates across the build and configuration repositories. Contributors focused on workflow standardization, cosmetic improvements such as board name adjustments, and documentation enhancements. Several technical fixes addressed typos, property mispellings, and package issues, while platform support was expanded with kernel and boot improvements for devices like the Mekotronics R58-4x4 and MusePi Pro. Notable changes also included vendor reorganization and the addition of fallback logic for Ubuntu LTS releases. Overall, the activi…

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/12/holiday1-1.pngFrom major kernel milestones to expanding our support for the latest ARM and RISC-V hardware, 2025 has been a year of growth and grit for Armbian. As we wrap up the final commits of the year, we’re looking back with gratitude at how far this project has come. The holiday season is our favorite time to reflect on the power of open source - where a global community comes together to make hardware work better for everyone. Thank you for being part of our story this year. Happy Holiday Hacking! …

The ultimate travel router and secure hotspothttp://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/12/r67.jpgForget insecure hotel Wi-Fi. The NanoPi R76S, powered by the performance-optimized Armbian OS, is your ticket to a truly secure, high-speed mobile network. This pocket-sized device is built around the powerful Octa-core Rockchip RK3576 SoC and supports up to 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, giving it the muscle to handle demanding, encrypted traffic effortlessly. 💡This device is officially supported by Armbian at the Platinum level, providing long-term maintenance, high reliability, and priority software support.Its core hardware is ideal for the road. The dual 2.5GbE Ethernet ports ensu…

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/12/highligts-2.pngThis week in Armbian development saw significant progress across board support, kernel updates, and codebase improvements. Notable additions include support for the SpacemiT MusePi Pro and Friendlyelec NanoPi Zero2, alongside expanded compatibility for TI AM62x SoC boards. Multiple platforms, such as Rockchip, Meson64, and Sunxi, received kernel bumpst to new LTS 6.18.y and patch refinements, enhancing stability and hardware support. The team also improved consistency in function naming, streamlined vendor relations, and addressed driver issues for Rockchip64. Workflow enhancements were made to enforce image av…

A deep dive on the current status of Chromium enablement on MediaTek Genio SoCs, including what the numbers look like when MediaTek’s hardware codecs are driven by Chromium’s V4L2 paths. View the full article

This week’s Armbian development saw a series of notable updates focused on expanding hardware support and improving system stability. Key highlights include the addition of new board configurations, such as the Radxa E24C and rk3566-box-demo, as well as enhancements to device tree files for improved hardware control. Kernel updates were prominent, with fixes for AV1 and VP9 decoding, expanded support for kernel 6.18, and a rewrite of Rockchip kernel patches. Installation processes were streamlined with the introduction of a direct flashing method, while sound card and display support received targeted improvements. The team also deprecated EFI/Grub in favor of a more robu…

As Chromium becomes the default UI runtime on embedded Linux devices, we’re closing long-standing V4L2 gaps and enabling efficient hardware video encoding and decoding on MediaTek platforms for both downstream and upstream. View the full article

Released as UnitedXR wraps up in Brussels, this latest update to the cross-platform Open-Source OpenXR runtime delivers major improvements across hand tracking, device support, and the core runtime infrastructure. View the full article

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-Dec-8--2025--11_11_38-PM.pngWe’ve added a powerful new Image Flashing Tool to Armbian! You can now browse, download, and flash Armbian images directly to your device’s internal storage or boot media - no external tools required. Everything happens seamlessly inside armbian-config, making installation and re-installation faster, safer, and easier than ever. Key featuresModule pulls data from the official download infrastructure JSON stream and uses simple and robust components to provide a seamless "search & flash" experience. 1. Interactive image browserFinding the right image is now significantly easier. Fo…

Collabora is headed to Tokyo for the Linux Plumbers Conference! Join us for our talks exploring stability for Rockchip boards, the latest Tyr Rust-based GPU, and more. View the full article

In the latest Linux kernel release, Collabora’s engineering team delivers multiple contributions including Tyr, a Rust driver for CSF-based Arm Mali GPUs, as well as ongoing hardware enablement and improved support for MediaTek SoCs. View the full article

As an active member of the freedesktop community, Collabora was busy at XDC 2025. Our graphics team delivered five talks, helped out in two more sessions, and ran a workshop for newcomers. View the full article

This week, we spotlight the latest progress surrounding the Armbian 25.11 release. Development continues at a steady pace, with new board enablement work, kernel refinements, and package updates rolling in from contributors across the community. From single-board computers powering homelabs to lightweight systems deployed at the edge, Armbian 25.11 aims to deliver a cleaner, faster, and more reliable experience. If you're upgrading existing installations or preparing images for new hardware, this release ensures that your boards stay efficient, secure, and ready for whatever you build next. v25.11 Improving the base, unlocking new optionsThanks to our amazing community an…

Power problems are one of the most common causes of instability, boot failures, or random restarts in single board computers (SBCs). Because many modern boards use USB-C connectors for power, it’s important to verify that your power supply is delivering the correct voltage and current before assuming there’s a hardware fault. Check the basicsStart by confirming that your USB-C cable and adapter are rated for your board’s requirements. Most SBCs need 5 V at 3 A (15 W). Some boards, like the Orange Pi 5 or Raspberry Pi 5, may negotiate 9 V or 12 V via USB Power Delivery (PD), depending on their design. If you’re using a phone charger or low-power adapter, it may not provide…

Keep your SBC running cool and fastHeat is the enemy of performance. When your SBC gets too hot, it automatically slows down to prevent damage through thermal throttling. While most heatsinks come with pre-applied thermal pads for convenience, switching to quality thermal paste can significantly improve cooling and keep your board running at full speed. Why what's between your chip and heatsink mattersBoth thermal paste and thermal pads serve the same purpose: filling microscopic air gaps between your chip and heatsink. Air is one of the worst heat conductors, so eliminating these gaps is crucial for efficient cooling. Thermal paste wins because it's thinner and conforms …

A more reliable release process - made togetherhttp://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/11/release.png Each release cycle brings us closer to a smoother, more predictable, and more professional workflow—and this cycle was no exception. Our release process continues to evolve with better tooling, clearer procedures, and an increasing ability to deliver consistent results across a rapidly expanding and diverse hardware ecosystem. Despite having a significant amount of automated testing in place, the most reliable testing remains manual testing. Every image in this release was manually validated for basic functionality. This is a massive undertaking that requires time, di…

Collabora will be at Embedded Software Engineering Kongress! Catch our talk as we share our expertise in training large open source models. View the full article

LE Audio introduces a modern, low-power, low-latency Bluetooth® audio architecture that overcomes the limitations of classic Bluetooth® profiles. Get a detailed look at its features, how its supported on Linux, and what lies ahead. View the full article

The Tyr prototype has now progressed from basic GPU job execution to running GNOME, Weston, and full-screen 3D games like SuperTuxKart, demonstrating a functional, high-performance Rust driver that matches C-driver performance! View the full article

Collabora’s long-term leadership in KernelCI has delivered a completely revamped architecture, new tooling, stronger infrastructure, and deeper integrations—modernizing the entire ecosystem and enabling reliable, scalable upstream kernel testing. View the full article

Armbian Weekly Highlights: Enhanced Compatibility and Toolinghttp://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/11/githubhighlights-2.png This week in Armbian development saw a range of significant updates and improvements across the project, focusing heavily on expanding hardware support and refining the build framework. Major Highlights The Armbian ecosystem saw significant expansion into the emerging micro-compute camera space, notably adding support for new Rockchip RV110x variants, alongside major U-Boot version bumps and the introduction of a dedicated low-memory build architecture. New Low-Memory Build Extension: Introduced the LowMem extension to optimize builds specifi…

Collabora extended the AdobeVFR dataset and trained a FasterViT-2 font recognition model on millions of samples. The result is a state-of-the-art model for fine-grained font identification that can also be used for downstream tasks. View the full article

As a trusted partner of industry leaders like CLAAS, Ag Leader, and CCI, we are delighted to exhibit for the first time at one of the world’s leading agricultural trade fairs, taking place November 9–15. Meet us at the Digital Farm Center in Hall 21! View the full article

This week in Armbian: We're gearing up for the 25.11 release with a code freeze approaching November 20th, while development continues with new board support and kernel updates. We're also exploring the JetHub D1+ as a professional automation solution, understanding safe operating temperatures for SBCs, and highlighting the critical role of SPI flash in modern single board computers. Here's what's new: Armbian 25.11 release is comingArmbian 25.11 code freeze begins November 20th. Maintainers should test boards, resolve critical issues, and join the coordination meeting on November 8th.http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/icon/favicon-25.icoArmbian blogIgor Pecovnikhttp…

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/11/armbian_safe-operating.pngSingle Board Computers (SBCs) like the Raspberry Pi, Orange Pi, and Rockchip-based boards pack impressive computing power into compact designs but with that power comes heat. Keeping temperatures within a safe range is critical for performance, stability, and longevity. Most SBCs are designed to operate safely between 0°C and 80°C (32°F to 176°F), though the ideal range depends on the processor and workload. For example, ARM-based chips such as the RK3588 or Broadcom BCM2711 typically idle between 35°C and 50°C, and can safely run under sustained loads up to 70°C-75°C. Once the temperature reaches ar…

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/11/D1_v3_face_antenna-2.pngBuilding a serious automation system shouldn’t mean spending days wiring SBCs, shields, USB dongles, level shifters and external power protection. JetHub D1+ offers a clean alternative: a compact, integrated, production-ready controller built for smart buildings, industrial automation, energy management, BMS, dispatching, and reliable IoT deployments. This device is developed and manufactured by JetHome and comes ready for the field: no breadboards, no compatibility guessing, no driver hunting. Every interface is engineered, tested, and electrically protected. Software support includes Armbian Linux or…

As the Armbian 25.11 release approaches, development is entering its final phase with emphasis on testing, stabilization, and release coordination. A code freeze will begin on November 20th, limiting merges to critical fixes and release-essential changes only. Following the freeze period, maintainers will have the flexibility to release once standard validation and review processes are complete. Here's an overview of coordination priorities and upcoming milestones. Coordination meetingA brief coordination session will be held before the freeze to ensure alignment: When: Saturday, 8 November 2025, at 16:00 CET / 10:00 EST Where: Release Coordination Event Agenda: Review op…

http://blog.armbian.com/content/images/2025/11/githubhighlights.pngThis week’s Armbian development saw significant progress across multiple fronts, including expanded hardware support and key software enhancements. Notable additions include support for new boards such as the Radxa E54C and Hardkernel ODROID M1S, as well as the integration of Debian Forky as a CSC target. Kernel updates were prominent, with bumps to versions 6.17 and 6.18, alongside improved configuration management for various devices. Bootloader improvements were made, including enhanced BTRFS support and more reliable local version settings in U-Boot. Several bug fixes addressed build errors and kernel …

Collabora has advanced Monado's accessibility by making the OpenXR runtime supported by Google Cardboard and similar mobile VR viewers so that even more can benefit from OpenXR. View the full article

By resolving critical synchronization bugs in Zink’s Vulkan–OpenGL interop, Faith Ekstrand paved the way for Zink+NVK to become the default OpenGL implementation for Nouveau. View the full article

Collabora and MediaTek are advancing upstream Linux support for the latest Genio IoT boards and Chromebook Plus laptops, enabling full hardware functionality, improved security, and broader access to the open source community. View the full article

Collabora is proud to sponsor this year's annual GStreamer conference, taking place in London, UK. Join us as we showcase the latest with machine learning analytics, WirePlumber, and more. View the full article

The kernel 6.17 release benefits from improvements in the graphics subsystem, hardware enablement, and more! See where Collabora's kernel team contributed to this release. View the full article

Abandoned vendor-provided BSP roadblocks can be overcome when mainline Open Source projects like the Linux kernel are integrated directly. Get your upstreamed BSPs from day one. View the full article

Next week, Collabora will be taking part in the 2025 edition X.Org Developer's Conference! Taking place in Vienna, our engineers will be presenting 6 talks and a workshop to help local students discover the embedded graphics stack! Join us! View the full article

Choosing the right input voltage and ensuring stable power supply for SBCsWhen working with single board computers (SBCs) like those supported by Armbian, one of the most overlooked but critical factors for performance and system reliability is the power supply. Whether you're running a lightweight server, a development environment, or a complex home automation system, power instability can lead to frustrating and difficult-to-diagnose problems. Understanding the correct input voltage and ensuring a stable power supply is essential for the long-term health of your SBC. Why Power Supply Issues Are So CommonUnlike desktop systems that come with regulated internal power supp…

Join us next week in Paris for Kernel Recipes! We're delighted to sponsor this kernel-focused event and contribute with a talk on GPU drivers. View the full article

AFBC support has been merged to PanVK and will be available in the Mesa 25.3 release! This new enablement reduces memory bandwidth and boosts performance. View the full article

Visit us at the STMicroelectronics booth, where Collabora will highlight how the STM32MP2 chip empowers edge AI solutions for industrial applications. View the full article

The Debian Trixie release is jam-packed with new features thanks to the efforts of many. See where Collabora contributed to upgraded GNOME components, newer PipeWire versions, and more! View the full article

Addressing the need for reliable hardware testing for RISC-V adoption, the RISE Project and Collabora added two RISC-V boards to Collabora's LAVA testing lab. View the full article

Collabora is headed to Amsterdam. Meet us at Booth A63 in Hall 14 as we showcase GStreamer Analytics combined with ML, hardware-accelerated video decoding in Dante Studio using GStreamer, remote rendering for standalone XR, and more! View the full article

Dear Armbians, I'm thrilled to announce the launch of this digest for our amazing community. For newcomers, Armbian is a lightweight Linux distribution that breathes life into ARM-based single-board computers, transforming tiny, affordable boards into powerful servers, workstations, and IoT devices. This newsletter is our way of keeping you in the loop, sharing the latest releases, celebrating community contributions, and diving into the technical insights that power your projects. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just getting started with your first Orange Pi, there's something here for you. Thanks for being part of this incredible journey! Igor Armbian proj…

Hello Armbian community! Take a look at the latest developments and improvements in Armbian over the past weeks of August 2025. Our focus remains on enhancing stability, expanding hardware support, and streamlining the build process. HighlightsImproved ethernet stability for Rockchip SoCs A crucial workaround has been implemented to address gigabit Ethernet issues on several Rockchip SoCs when using the edge kernel, bringing more reliable network connectivity. PR #8515Enhanced BPI-R4 SFP support Fixes improve SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) module support on the Banana Pi R4 and Filogic-based boards, ensuring better compatibility and functionality. PR #8517New featuresN…

Armbian, a leading Linux distribution tailored for single-board computers (SBCs), has officially announced the release of v25.8.1, a significant update that landed on August 2025. This release marks another stride in the project's mission to deliver a reliable, high-performance, and versatile Linux ecosystem for ARM-based devices. The latest version is a testament to the power of community-driven development, packing a wealth of improvements, expanded platform support, and robust kernel and bootloader updates that will benefit developers and enthusiasts alike. Kernels, Bootloaders, Firmware At the core of the August release is a strong focus on reinforcing the operating s…

A common and effective way to use multiple kernels on a single-board computer (SBC) running Armbian is to use separate SD cards. This approach is especially useful for testing new kernels, experimenting with different kernel versions, or even trying out other Linux distributions all without risking your main, stable system. Since most SBCs prioritize booting from an SD card, this method keeps things simple and reliable. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through how to set up multiple SD cards with different Armbian kernels. PrerequisitesBefore getting started, make sure you have: Your SBC - e.g., Orange Pi, Rock Pi, Odroid, or another supported board.Multiple SD cards - one pe…

Collabora is heading to Amsterdam with talks, demos, and workshops covering Embedded Linux, KernelCI, Bluetooth & Auracast, mainline video capture for Rockchip, and more. Join us to see our latest open source work in action! View the full article

The Mesa 25.2 release introduces support for AFBC compressed YUV textures in the Panfrost driver for ARM Mali GPUs, enabling more efficient memory bandwidth and power usage in video playback and real-time texture processing. View the full article

Single Board Computers (SBCs) have revolutionized embedded computing, offering powerful capabilities in compact, low-power packages. However, unlike traditional desktops with their readily swappable hard drives, storage on SBCs comes in various forms, each with its own trade-offs in terms of performance, cost, and reliability. Understanding these differences is crucial for any project, from a simple home automation hub to a demanding edge AI device. microSD cards: the ubiquitous entry point For many, the microSD card is the first encounter with SBC storage. Its low cost and universal compatibility with most boards, including the popular Raspberry Pi series, make it an acc…

Single board computers running Armbian offer incredible flexibility and power, but like any mini-computer, they can occasionally hit a snag. When your trusty SBC goes quiet or acts erratically, a systematic approach to troubleshooting can save you hours of frustration. Here are some fundamental steps to get your Armbian-powered device back on track. 1. The power supply: often the culpritBefore you dive into complex software diagnostics, always, always check your power supply. Undervoltage is perhaps the most common cause of instability, random reboots, and even failure to boot on SBCs. Avoid cell phone chargers: While many cell phone chargers feature a USB output and prov…

Hello Armbian community! Here's a summary of the key developments and improvements in the Armbian project from July 20th to July 27th, 2025. HighlightsNew board support for MediaTek Filogic: Added initial community support for the MediaTek Filogic device, specifically the BananaPi R4 Router, expanding Armbian's reach to new and powerful networking hardware.add community support for MediaTek Filogic device (BananaPi R4 Router) (#8407)New featuresSMART AM40: Added PHY LED configuration.SMART AM40: add PHY LED configuration (#8431)Rock-5C: Enabled thermal sensors for the current kernel.rock-5c: Enable thermal sensors for current (#8430)LCKFB-Taishanpi: Updated U-Boot patches…

This week brings significant kernel updates, security enhancements, and important board-specific improvements. HighlightsKernel 6.16 arrives: A major update to Kernel 6.16 has been rolled out across several platforms, including mainline, UEFI ARM64, and Rockchip edge, bringing the latest features, performance improvements, and bug fixes to a wider range of Armbian devices.Enhanced security for BananaPi BPI-M4-Zero: Kernel Address Space Layout Randomization (KASLR) has been enabled, significantly improving the board’s resilience to memory-based attacks.U-Boot 2025.07 released: Both BananaPi BPI-M4-Zero and Orange Pi 5 Pro received updated U-Boot firmware, improving eMMC su…

This second post in the Tyr series dives deeper into GPU driver internals by using the Vulkan-based VkCube application to explain how User Mode Drivers (UMDs) and Kernel Mode Drivers (KMDs) work together to execute GPU workloads. View the full article

Starting with Mesa 25.2, NVK will now advertise support for Blackwell (RTX 50xx series) and Kepler (most GT and GTX 600 series, most GTX 700 series, and some GTX 800 series) GPUs. View the full article

The latest Linux kernel brings enhanced MediaTek Platform enablement, Rockchip performance, and more. Collabora contributed to this release with no less than 22 authored contributors! View the full article

PanVK has reached another milestone and will be officially supporting Vulkan 1.4 on V10! We're up-to-date with the latest version and are well caught up for this release. View the full article

Welcome to your weekly dose of Armbian insights. From thermal management to industry trends, here's what the community is talking about this week. GitHub Highlights GitHub highlightsWeekly Armbian development highlights including expanded board support for DshanPi A1, Raspberry Pi kernel updates to 6.16, and build system improvements.Armbian blogMichael RobinsonHands-on ! Self-host your photos with Immich and ArmbianImmich is a sleek, self-hosted alternative to Google Photos offering powerful features like mobile uploads, facial recognition, and full privacy. With Armbian, setting it up on your own device is simple and efficient.Armbian blogInella JoomunTips & tricks …

Single Board Computers (SBCs) like the Orange Pi 5, Radxa Rock 5, and others powered by modern SoCs are more powerful than ever. But that performance comes with a cost heat. Without proper thermal management, these boards can throttle, crash, or suffer long-term damage. Whether you’re running a server, media center, or developer workstation, adding a simple heatsink can dramatically improve stability, performance, and device lifespan. Why heat is a problem for SBCsAll computers generate heat and SBCs are no exception. The CPU, GPU, RAM, and power management chips on an SBC work hard, and as a result, temperatures rise quickly under load. Unlike laptops and desktops, most …

Greetings, Armbian community! Here's a concise overview of the key developments and improvements merged into our build system this past week. HighlightsExpanded board support: We've added initial support for the DshanPi A1 (RK3576), broadening Armbian's reach to more hardware.Kernel updates: The edge kernel for Raspberry Pi 4B has been updated to 6.16, bringing the latest features and fixes to the platform.Build system robustness: Important adjustments were made to ensure more reliable U-boot source fetching and improved patch application processes.New featuresNew board and variant support:Add support for DshanPi A1 (RK3576) (#8380)Add BPI-M4-Zero to Sunxi64 device tree d…

Getting into kernel development can be daunting. There are layers upon layers of knowledge to master, but no clear roadmap, especially when it comes to debugging drivers or navigating userspace-kernel issues. View the full article

Immich is a high-performance, self-hosted photo and video backup solution, ideal for individuals and families seeking an alternative to cloud-based services like Google Photos or iCloud. It offers a private, secure space to store, browse, and share memories without sacrificing modern features or user experience. With Armbian, deploying Immich on single-board computers is easy whether you're using a RockPro64, Raspberry Pi, or Odroid running Armbian. What makes Immich stand out?Immich combines a sleek interface with powerful functionality: Automatic mobile uploads for seamless backupFacial recognition and machine learning search to organize contentMulti-user support for f…

The single-board computer (SBC) and embedded computing market is seeing steady expansion, with a projected valuation of $3.6 billion USD by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6–7% ¹². Growth is largely driven by the rising demand for edge computing, IoT, industrial automation, and AI-enabled systems. ARM-based systems dominate the market due to their low power consumption and cost efficiency, accounting for over 40% of deployed SBCs ¹. However, RISC-V is emerging as a compelling open-source alternative, particularly in industrial and academic sectors, while x86 remains important for legacy and high-performance use cases ². Asia-Pacific leads global g…

This past May, we met with the community at the GStreamer Spring Hackfest in Nice, France, and were able to make great strides, including the integration of AI/ML workflows in GStreamer. View the full article

Collabora is proud to sponsor this year's annual Debian conference, taking place in Brest, France. Join us as we showcase the latest with Apertis, discuss Debian running on mobile devices, and more. View the full article

Armbian Development Report: Continued Progress and Community Momentum Over the past two weeks, the Armbian project has made steady and meaningful progress across core infrastructure, board support, and kernel development. From bootloader improvements to expanded hardware compatibility, our contributors continue to push the platform forward. This update highlights recent technical advancements, bug fixes, and community contributions that help power the Armbian ecosystem. Highlights Pcduino2/3 Gain HDMI and Display FixesHDMI output is now supported, and a regression affecting display output on Pcduino2 and Pcduino3 boards has been resolved.#8341 Key Bootloader an…

The last year has seen substantial progress on the DRM infrastructure required to write GPU drivers in Rust. Developed in collaboration with Arm and Google, Tyr is a new Rust-based DRM driver targeting CSF-based Arm Mali GPUs. View the full article

As part of the activities Embedded Recipes in Nice, France, Collabora hosted a PipeWire workshop/hackfest, an opportunity for attendees to meet face-to-face with PipeWire developers and participate in direct discussions about the future of PipeWire. View the full article

This partnership ensures customers can build embedded products with long-term maintenance viability that will meet the challenges of tomorrow, such as compliance with the CRA, all built on proven Toradex platforms and upstream-first software. View the full article

In collaboration with Inria, the French Institute for Research in Computer Science and Automation, Tathagata Roy shares the progress made over the past year on the CoccinelleForRust project, co-sponsored by Collabora View the full article

Last month in Nice, active media developers came together for the annual Linux Media Summit to exchange insights and tackle ongoing challenges in the media subsystem. Here’s a brief summary of the key discussions and upcoming areas of focus. View the full article

Building on our Open Source strengths in AI and data-driven solutions, Collabora's ML team, led by Marcus Edel, Vineet Suryan, & Aaron Boxer, has taken first place in Track 3 of the ICME 2025 Grand Challenge on Video Super-Resolution for Video Conferencing. View the full article

Improving access, flexibility, and CI integration for development boards, making it easier for developers to work with embedded hardware, no matter where they are. View the full article

Bumps dtschema from 2025.2 to 2025.6.1. Commits 18ac2d8 validator: Fix ordering issue with properties referencing another property 4dbacd6 tests: Add test for DTSchema.check_schema_refs() 2c5f057 schema: Rework instantiating DTSchema.validator 19c88b9 schemas: gpio-nexus-node: Fix schema $ref paths fb770c7 schema: Fix a false positive unevaluatedProperties/additionalProperties check b7f612c schemas: reset: Add '#reset-cells' into schema 7e3ef3e schemas: reset: Add descriptions from original text binding 53a2132 meta-schemas: nodes: Allow if-then-else directly in patternProperties objects 9d1305d schemas: PCI: Add standard PCIe WAKE# signal 49451a5 schemas: root-node: A…

Bumps oras from 0.2.33 to 0.2.37. Release notes Sourced from oras's releases. Oras Python v0.2.37 What's Changed Use correct credsStore/credHelpers binary by @rasmusfaber in oras-project/oras-py#212 Full Changelog: https://github.com/oras-project/oras-py/compare/0.2.36...0.2.37 Oras Python v0.2.36 What's Changed Fix authentication priority: AWS-native -> docker login -> credHelpers -> credsStore by @rasmusfaber in oras-project/oras-py#211 Full Changelog: https://github.com/oras-project/oras-py/compare/0.2.35...0.2.36 Oras Python v0.2.35 What's Changed fix: auth via ECR to be an extra by @tarilabs in oras-project/oras-py#208 Full Changelog: https://git…

Bumps tj-actions/changed-files from 4140eb99d2cced9bfd78375c2088371853262f79 to d52d20fa3f981cb852b861fd8f55308b5fe29637. Changelog Sourced from tj-actions/changed-files's changelog. Changelog 46.0.5 - (2025-04-09) ⚙️ Miscellaneous Tasks deps: Bump yaml from 2.7.0 to 2.7.1 (#2520) (ed68ef8) - (dependabot[bot]) deps-dev: Bump typescript from 5.8.2 to 5.8.3 (#2516) (a7bc14b) - (dependabot[bot]) deps-dev: Bump @types/node from 22.13.11 to 22.14.0 (#2517) (3d751f6) - (dependabot[bot]) deps-dev: Bump eslint-plugin-prettier from 5.2.3 to 5.2.6 (#2519) (e2fda4e) - (dependabot[bot]) deps-dev: Bump ts-jest from 29.2.6 to 29.3.1 (#2518) (0bed1b1) - (dependabot[bot]) deps:…

Description There is a drawback to configuring audio routing using asound.state. Although you can specify the device of the axg-sound card via commands to output sound to either HDMI or the internal speaker, in a desktop environment, there is only one analog output (defaulting to HDMI). This is because the device actually has only one sound card. By using ALSA UCM to manage sound instances and audio routing, you can freely choose between HDMI or the built-in speaker output in a desktop environment. This is because PipeWire/WirePlumber will parse ALSA UCM and create sinks. How Has This Been Tested? build image boot form usb drive test sound in CLI and DE Checklist: …

Description Add initial support for board Luckfox Nova W. Luckfox Nova W is recently produced board on SoC Rockchip RK3308B: 4 x Cortex-A35 CPU, 512 RAM, 8 GB eMMC. It also has Ethernet, WIFI & BT, USB-A and USB-C ports, soldered microphone. Product page: https://www.luckfox.com/Luckfox-Nova?ci=646 But beware: it is very fresh board, has almost no documentation and only buildroot SDK with kernel 5.10 is available from vendor. Documentation I decided to create separate directory for vendor kernel patches. This kernel must be the same as rk35xx-vendor-6.1, but this SoC is not RK35XX. Used U-Boot is mainline. Instead of DKMS AIC8800 driver I enabled the one from kerne…

Description Please include a summary of the change and which issue is fixed. Please also include relevant motivation and context. List any dependencies that are required for this change. TI maintains its own repository of debian packages here. This PR adds this repository in TI images by-default through a new extension. So when the user performs apt update, apt install etc in Armbian images for TI boards, even TI's packages can be installed. Further, the PR also installs a few of TI's packages by-default in its images. Additionally: it also changes TI's U-boot link from git.ti.com to Github. How Has This Been Tested? Please describe the tests that you ran to verify yo…

Description As per title How Has This Been Tested? [ ] hasn't Checklist: [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code [ ] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas [ ] My changes generate no new warnings [ ] Any dependent changes have been merged and published in downstream modules View the full article

Description This is a draft/wip for adding https proxy caching. This is especially designed for machines hosting lots of github runners to reduce their bandwidth usage by sacrificing disk space. http caching has been merged already and only needed minor changes. Caching https however is way more complicated. Encryption needs to be broken and rewrapped and then obviously downloads will fail due to cert issues. Classic MITM. So a new certificate authority (CA) needs to be put in place to allow these "fake" certs. Why is this even necessary? Well one major part is downloads from upstream apt repositories. The other major part is downloading 3rd party repositories and artif…

Description as per title How Has This Been Tested? [x] build [ ] nope, no hw on hand right now Checklist: [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code [ ] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas [x] My changes generate no new warnings [ ] Any dependent changes have been merged and published in downstream modules View the full article

Update maintainers and board status synced status from the database rename to .csc where we don't have anyone If you want to become a board maintainer, adjust data here. Ref: Board Maintainers Procedures and Guidelines Contribute View the full article

Description Fix Raspberry Pi 5 DSI functionality. Context: A display connected to the DSI connector of Raspberry Pi 5 does not work. Dmesg reveals the following information: [ 13.283052] mipi-dsi 1f00118000.dsi.0: deferred probe pending: mipi-dsi: supplier 2.reg_bridge not ready [ 13.283060] platform 1.panel_disp: deferred probe pending: platform: wait for supplier /axi/pcie@120000/rp1/i2c@88000/reg_display@45 The problem could be traced back to a missing I2C Driver. See: https://forum.armbian.com/topic/50963-dsi-display-does-not-work-on-raspberry-pi-5/ Documentation summary for feature / change Add module to kernel configuration: CONFIG_I2C_DESIGNWARE_CORE How …

Armbian Development Highlights: June 2–9, 2025 This week’s Armbian updates focused on kernel improvements, bootloader modernization, and several core enhancements to the build infrastructure. Key work spanned platforms like Rockchip, Sunxi, and Odroid, emphasizing kernel stability and broader compatibility across boards. Kernel Upgrades Several boards received kernel updates: Rockchip 32-bit edge kernel bumped to 6.15 in PR #8262 by paolosabatino. SpacemiT platforms updated to 6.6.93 in PR #8274 by pyavitz. Odroid XU4 kernel upgraded to 6.6.93 via PR #8277 by belegdol. Patches also landed to adapt Wi-Fi drivers to 6.15-era changes, including fixes for xradio and uwe56…

Description fix build error with new compiler update uboot to v2024.04 ras314: fix sd-card regulator error How Has This Been Tested? [x] Build and Boot CLI/Gnome image on mba8mp [x] Build and Boot CLI/Gnome image on mba8mp-ras314 Checklist: [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code [x] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas [x] My changes generate no new warnings View the full article

Description Fix the peripheral aliases to ensure consistent allocation when enabled, so that kernel assignment matches the numbering convention of the SOC. This targets the Allwinner A10 and A20 and ensures, that for example if enabling UART2 exposes it correctly in userspace as ttyS2 rather than dynamically assigning it to the first avaliable ttySx slot. Secondly spidev overlays creates an instance of spidevX.Y based on the bus specified with armbianEnv.txt however it does not correctly configure the corresponding pins into spi mode. To resolve this the individual spi bus overlays have been include in the makefile. The desired bus must be enabled alongside spidev or sepe…

Update maintainers and board status synced status from the database rename to .csc where we don't have anyone If you want to become a board maintainer, adjust data here. Ref: Board Maintainers Procedures and Guidelines Contribute View the full article

Description Attempt to work towards one U-Boot bootscript for (at least) mvebu, sunxi and rockchip64. This adds: (Aligned) load address calculations This will remove the need to update any kernel_load_addr_r or ramdisk_addr_r in case kernel image increases. Calculation is based on either Flat kernel image image_size + text_offset as specified in the vmlinux(/Image) header info Compressed kernel image filesize (vmlinuz/zImage) Clear warnings to user in case files are not found, not able to load or application failed. Merge of armbianEnv.txt kernel options was attempted for sunxi, mvebu and rockchip64. DT folder determination based on sunxi approach. DT file determinat…

In this final article of a three-part series, I look at locking with C++ and Matt Godbolt's notion of CADR. View the full article

Description Currently, PocketBeagle 2 edge images cannot build (without patch 1) and fails to boot (without patch 3). The patch one just defines the missing variable for OPTEE. Patch 3 specifies root using path instead of UUID. For some reason, UUID does not work with PocketBeagle 2 U-boot. How Has This Been Tested? Tested on PocketBeagle 2 rev A0 Checklist: Please delete options that are not relevant. [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code [x] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas [x] My changes generate no new warnings [x] Any dependent changes have been merged and pub…

Description The idea is to introduce the possibility to cache downloads from GH runners to lower downstream bandwidth used and increase overall speed. Especially on machines with lots of runner this could save quite some bandwidth while sacrificing disk space. http caching has been tested and seem to work nicely. https caching is a lot more tricky and may be introduced later. This PR has two parts: set apt repository to http instead of https where possible. Packages are signed anyways. Pass various proxy environment variables to docker so it respects those. Doesn't make sense not to pass them since when using PREFER_DOCKER=no and any of these variables are set beforeh…

Description Please include a summary of the change and which issue is fixed. Please also include relevant motivation and context. List any dependencies that are required for this change. This PR adds the RT kernel config file for TI devices. If RT_KERNEL=yes is passed as an argument to ./compile.sh, a PREEMPT_RT image is built. How Has This Been Tested? Please describe the tests that you ran to verify your changes. Please also note any relevant details for your test configuration. Tested this on SK-AM62B. Test 1: boot test: the board successfully booted Test 2: uname -a test: PREEMPT_RT string was present in the output, thus suggesting that its indeed an RT image Test…

Description Update odroidxu4-current kernel to 6.6.93. How Has This Been Tested? [x] Reboot of my Odroid HC1 Checklist: [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code [x] I have commented my code, particularly in hard-to-understand areas [ ] I have made corresponding changes to the documentation [x] My changes generate no new warnings [ ] Any dependent changes have been merged and published in downstream modules View the full article

Description The current script can overwrite drivers which are set as built-in in the board-specific config. This is not desirable. Add a check to ensure we do not convert built-in stuff into modules. First encountered it when pocketbeagle 2 kernels was enabling EXT4 as module instead of being built-in, which makes the current rootfs (using ext4) fail to run. How Has This Been Tested? Tested on PocketBeagle 2 Checklist: Please delete options that are not relevant. [x] My code follows the style guidelines of this project [x] I have performed a self-review of my own code [x] My changes generate no new warnings View the full article

Description The dts for vendor kernel has been merged . Add vendor branch support for Cool Pi Genbook And use mainline u-boot for vendor branch。 How Has This Been Tested? Compiled with command： ./compile.sh build BOARD=coolpi-genbook BRANCH=vendor BUILD_DESKTOP=yes BUILD_MINIMAL=no DESKTOP_APPGROUPS_SELECTED='browsers chat desktop_tools editors email internet multimedia office programming remote_desktop' DESKTOP_ENVIRONMENT=gnome DESKTOP_ENVIRONMENT_CONFIG_NAME=config_base DOWNLOAD_MIRROR=bfsu EXPERT=yes EXTRAWIFI=no KERNEL_CONFIGURE=no RELEASE=noble flash the img to sdcard， insert the sdcard to a usb disk， insert usb disk to genbook，the Armbian system can boot from usb…

Description config-prepare: Initialize an empty KERNEL_DRIVERS_SKIP array unless it exists If the array exists in this location, initializing an empty array will destroy all the data that was stored in it. Do not initialize an empty KERNEL_DRIVERS_SKIP array if it exists. This allows us to create an array anywhere in the script, including the user configuration, in a secure way. patch: misc: uwe5622: fix timer api changes for 6.15 (only sunxi) How Has This Been Tested? The sequence of patch application is defined here: lib/functions/compilation/patch/drivers-harness.sh I have created an array in the user configuration file. declare -g -a KERNEL_DRIVERS_SKIP=( …

Description Attempt to work towards one U-Boot bootscript for (at least) mvebu, sunxi and rockchip64. This adds: (Aligned) load address calculations This will remove the need to update any kernel_load_addr_r or ramdisk_addr_r in case kernel image increases. Calculation is based on either Flat kernel image image_size + text_offset as specified in the vmlinux(/Image) header info Compressed kernel image filesize (vmlinuz/zImage) Clear warnings to user in case files are not found, not able to load or application failed. Merge of armbianEnv.txt kernel options was attempted for sunxi, mvebu and rockchip64. DT folder determination based on sunxi approach. DT file determinat…

As the Armbian project transitions from spring into summer, the final week of May 2025 brought a dense flurry of development activity, delivering improvements across kernel support, bootloader updates, system performance, and user experience enhancements. With over 35 pull requests merged, this week showcased the Armbian community’s continued dedication to modernizing and stabilizing its build framework and board support packages. Performance & Build System Optimizations A notable performance enhancement arrived via #8248, where build engineer @rpardini delivered a major speed-up in Docker extension handling, cutting processing time by over 50%. Complementing this, P…

Description Fix Type-C DP altmode on some rk3399 boards. Currently only on rockchip64-6.15. The old implementation is tricky, and only works in normal orientation. If the plug is flipped, there will be only USB2.0 connectivity. With the proposed changes, the type-c ports on related rk3399 boards should work in both orientations. A few patches from Megous are picked(some of them already present in sunxi64 kernel patches). The tricky part is how to notify rk3399 cdn-dp driver about DP HPD(hot plug detection), and a workaround is written. A caveat is that the c port has to be OTG mode, otherwise it will behave very similar to the old implementation if DP is enabled. I'm …