Good stuff.  You already know you're using a virtually no cost, state of the art, stable and secure software platform. But here's the question - are you also reaping the benefits of using the latest ultra low power embedded hardware. These technologies have reached a performance point where they can support high end applications, including rich multimedia output on a minuscule power budget, at a very attractive price point. This winning combination even leaves Atom based X86 boards out in the 'hot' - and it's all possible for Linux developers like you.

The RE series of single board computers from Blue Chip Technology are an essential building block for the Linux embedded engineer. The entry level RE1 board runs at 333MHz or 500MHz, a versatile embedded engine capable of driving colour TFT touchscreen interfaces up to 800 x 600 resolution. The higher performance RE2 incorporates a 600/720MHz ARM Cortex A8 CPU with 430/520MHz C64x DSP which can support 720p resolution video content, camera interface, Wi-fi Bluetooth and full GPRS/GPS functionality. Both boards have a typical power dissipation of circa 2 watts. All of the key hardware features needed to provide a solid embedded platform are present - 512MB Flash memory, Serial Ports (3), 10/100Mbit Ethernet, Audio, Touch Screen controller, optional SD, USB Host Ports, USB Device Port and 12 general purpose I/Os. For developers working with embedded HMI based applications, we have put together REsolution  - an OTS package of mounting, interfacing and display options. REsolution makes integrating a RE1 or RE2 single board computer and display fast and easy - eliminating the usual cabling, signalling and power issues and securing problem-free fit, form and function upgrades for the future.

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