Why This Matters
The upcoming Raspberry Pi 6 is expected around 2028, focusing on increased speed and IO capabilities rather than new features, amid ongoing supply chain constraints. Meanwhile, the Pi Zero 2W faces temporary chip shortages, with no immediate plans for a Zero 3, due to cost and hardware considerations. These developments highlight the industry's ongoing challenges with supply chain issues and the strategic focus on incremental hardware improvements.
Key Takeaways
- Raspberry Pi 6 likely won't launch before 2028, emphasizing performance upgrades over new features.
- Supply chain shortages are impacting Pi Zero 2W availability, but relief is expected with new vendors.
- No immediate plans for Pi Zero 3 due to hardware and cost constraints, especially regarding RAM and PCB design.
News about Raspberry Pi 6 and Microcontroller Development
On Thursday, three of the lead Raspberry Pi engineers hosted an AMA on the r/engineering subreddit.
Raspberry Pi 6
One of the most interesting tidbits was on the Pi 6.
Looking back at previous launches:
2012: Raspberry Pi
2015: Raspberry Pi 2 (+3 years)
2016: Raspberry Pi 3 (+1 year)
2019: Raspberry Pi 4 (+3 years)
2023: Raspberry Pi 5 (+4 years)
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