Flipper Zero and Raspberry Pi join forces to release Video Game Module

Bought a Flipper Zero and want you could possibly rework it right into a mini video games console? Properly, this new Raspberry Pi-powered module is simply what you want.

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The Video Sport Module is powered by the RP2040 microcontroller developed by Raspberry Pi and provides a bunch of performance associated to gaming. 

First, it provides a DVI video output port to the Flipper Zero, permitting it to ship video to exterior shows, which is important because the tiny LED panel constructed into the Flipper Zero does not lend itself to gaming. This functionality is not restricted to gaming, as the flexibility to beam the video output to a bigger show is nice for a complete host of different functions, akin to testing or coaching.

The Video Sport Module additionally incorporates an IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) that includes a TDK ICM-42688-P sensor, which provides a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer to the bundle, permitting it to sense tilting or shaking.

Should you’re not into gaming, that is no downside. The RP2040 microcontroller can run functions programmed utilizing C, C++, or MicroPython. 

There’s additionally a built-in USB Kind-C connector for interfacing with the microcontroller, in addition to the GPIO connector that is used for connecting with the Flipper Zero. 

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The Video Sport Module can be used as a standalone system, just like a Raspberry Pi Pico.

“We have been monumental followers of the Flipper crew ever since their first product debuted on Kickstarter in the summertime of 2020,” wrote Eben Upton, founding father of the Raspberry Pi. 

“At this time, we’re excited to grow to be a part of the Flipper story with the Video Sport Module, bringing the facility of the Raspberry Pi RP2040 microcontroller to the Flipper ecosystem. Video Sport Module leverages our distinctive programmable I/O subsystem so as to add DVI-D output to Flipper Zero. We won’t wait to see what new Flipper functions emerge from this collaboration.”

The Video Sport Module can be accessible for $49.