The Raspberry Pi 3 is the third generation Raspberry Pi. It replaced the Raspberry Pi 2 Model B in February 2016. Compared to the Raspberry Pi 2 it has:
* A 1.2GHz 64-bit quad-core ARMv8 CPU
* 802.11n Wireless LAN
* Bluetooth 4.1
* Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Like the Pi 2, it also has:
* 1GB RAM
* 4 USB ports
* 40 GPIO pins
* Full HDMI port
* Ethernet port
* Combined 3.5mm audio jack and composite video
* Camera interface (CSI)
* Display interface (DSI)
* Micro SD card slot (now push-pull rather than push-push)
* VideoCore IV 3D graphics core
* The Raspberry Pi 3 has an identical form factor to the previous Pi 2.
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jai47
26 May 164#14
So much more to a Pi than just Kodi...
You can learn some Linux
Create a motion/heat/image sensor (I have setup a motion detection camera / cctv with mine)
Add an LED or TouchScreen display
Or even make a games console:
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David_k
25 May 16#1
Heat added. All the sellers seem to match price now, or Amazon direct is 2p more
gorgo2015
25 May 16#2
Quick questions:
Has this one got built in WiFi?
Can I use my smartphone changer to power it on?
aceshigh to gorgo2015
25 May 161#3
yes and yes
jai47
25 May 16#4
Yes, WiFi is 2.4GHz 11n
A standard 5v micro-USB mains charger works fine
Just got mine delivered this evening along with a v2 camera... time to spy on the outside world :smiley:
deadleg22
26 May 16#5
So you need to buy the wires and stuff separate?
jai47
26 May 16#6
Yes, you will need a Micro SD Card for the operating system, a mains power source and ideally a little case to keep the board safe.
Almost anything that will run on Linux with an ARM processor. It's practically a small computer, with the advantage of controlling electronics from its connection pins.
People have used it to control robots, to small submersibles, to an embedded night security camera, to controlling their washing machine.
jai47
26 May 164#14
So much more to a Pi than just Kodi...
You can learn some Linux
Create a motion/heat/image sensor (I have setup a motion detection camera / cctv with mine)
Add an LED or TouchScreen display
Or even make a games console:
scimitar
26 May 162#15
Will need 2.5a power supply otherwise you will get multicolour icon to indicate power issues and problems
Use retro pi and emulation station and kodi
Easily takes 64gb sd class10
Has 4x USB wifi Bluetooth and hdmi and rca
I was just using my pi2 to experiment with vlans, and even QinQ, a recent network protocol. Having a fully blown server OS, the pi can do all of these. By comparison, even Windows Server 2008 can't understand vlans. Not sure about 2012.
Stanto
19 Jun 16#17
Yes it has, and Bluetooth.
So long as you're supplying at least 5volts and 2amps then yes, ideally 2.5amps, if it's any less you're going to have problems.
jg213
19 Jun 16#19
Sounds good, are there any good guides about? Is this the latest one?
kowalski
19 Jun 16#21
The 2.5A power supply is important for the Pi3 if you want to avoid any problems.
Power supplies for the Pi2 ran fine on 2A, but if you're upgrading then upgrade your plug
I have the original Raspberry PI and I have to use a powered usb dock to give it enough juice to run a 2tb portable HDD does the Raspberry Pi 3 have enough power to run a portable hdd on its own?
aseddon130
19 Jun 16#23
does the Pi3 have better emulation than the Pi2? namely NeoGeo and Dreamcast performance?
Amazon FBA merchants 'kent photo' and 'Almost Anything Ltd' also same price (£30.85) but why would you choose a marketplace seller when you can buy from Amazon direct for the same price
JoeSpur
20 Jun 16#26
I think those "fulfilled by Amazon" sellers' stock comes from Amazon anyway so there's no difference. I could be wrong though. Usually if they are from outside the country they give a batch to Amazon to sell for them without the wait times.
JoeSpur
20 Jun 16#27
The only thing I don't like about the official power adapter is the orientation of the plug. If it was upside down then it would be OK to go go into an extension that's placed up against the wall :neutral_face:
JoeSpur
20 Jun 16#28
Does anyone know if the Banana Pi Pro fully supports Raspberry Pi software?
Kill8ill
20 Jun 16#29
will it play mp3 on usb stick? Im thinking to install it in my car :smiley:
crazygoldfish
20 Jun 16#30
Heat .
With a bit of set up you can turn this into a game streaming client ( needs nvidia gtx card )
Run kodi etc
scimitar
20 Jun 162#31
Looks like you found the answer! - yes you can and all accessible from front end. Easy and seamless
wickjnr
20 Jun 16#32
Can one of these run Plex Media Server? Anyone tried it?
hcc27
20 Jun 16#33
I've heard on the forums that the Rpi3 is pretty picky about power, even from a 2A supply compared to the recommended 2.5A. They do sell an official power supply for this which is guaranteed to work.
Given that a clean power supply is essential to get the best out of any electronic device and will ensure longevity and optimal performance, why skimp on this item to save a few quid?
OrribleHarry
20 Jun 16#34
Yes, you can even set it up to stream from a smartphone via Bluetooth to your auxillary port
AdamBrunt
20 Jun 16#35
Has there been an Openelec build specifically for the Pi 3 yet ? or are people still using the Pi 2 code base ?
scimitar
20 Jun 16#36
Off topic slightly - if you are determined to do this - easier option would be buy Aux port Bluetooth type adaptors (flea bay £7sh)- then get your phone to stream directly to this Bluetooth dongle thingy via Bluetooth and to stereo via the aux port
this way would save having pi3 in car for only BT streaming from phone purpose..
cynikill
20 Jun 16#37
Does the new improved PI gather dust faster or slower on the shelve while it sits there unused?
That's pretty much exactly what I meant!?
Raspberry Pi isn't made by a whole load of different companies, so a raspberry pi is a raspberry pi. Where it comes from (price, how quick it's shipped, delivery cost, etc) is the only thing that would be different when buying from different places. If it's fulfilled by Amazon then the order is taken care of by them the same way as if you buy directly from them...no?
AlanClarke
20 Jun 162#42
Or stick it in a £5 IKEA LACK table like I did.
richardb70
21 Jun 16#43
@AlanClarke, do you have a blog on how you did that? Very impressive.
That's the one! I saw the original red one at the Newcastle MakerFaire this year which got me started with mine. You'll see a few more pics of mine on that site as well.
marks97
21 Jun 16#46
I like it. I'm browsing the comments at the moment.
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Opening post
* A 1.2GHz 64-bit quad-core ARMv8 CPU
* 802.11n Wireless LAN
* Bluetooth 4.1
* Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
Like the Pi 2, it also has:
* 1GB RAM
* 4 USB ports
* 40 GPIO pins
* Full HDMI port
* Ethernet port
* Combined 3.5mm audio jack and composite video
* Camera interface (CSI)
* Display interface (DSI)
* Micro SD card slot (now push-pull rather than push-push)
* VideoCore IV 3D graphics core
* The Raspberry Pi 3 has an identical form factor to the previous Pi 2.
Top comments
You can learn some Linux
Create a motion/heat/image sensor (I have setup a motion detection camera / cctv with mine)
Add an LED or TouchScreen display
Or even make a games console:
All comments (46)
Has this one got built in WiFi?
Can I use my smartphone changer to power it on?
A standard 5v micro-USB mains charger works fine
Just got mine delivered this evening along with a v2 camera... time to spy on the outside world :smiley:
The office starter kit is just under £50 on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Raspberry-Pi-Official-Desktop-Starter/dp/B01CI58722/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1464252836&sr=8-3&keywords=pi+3+starter
Thank you
E.g. the Raspberry has more USB ports whereas the Banana has less USB but does have a SATA port.
This 16000mah pack will give you around 28hrs runtime:
http://www.modmypi.com/raspberry-pi/accessories/power-supplies/power-bank-16000mah-5v-2a-usb-portable-power-supply
People have used it to control robots, to small submersibles, to an embedded night security camera, to controlling their washing machine.
You can learn some Linux
Create a motion/heat/image sensor (I have setup a motion detection camera / cctv with mine)
Add an LED or TouchScreen display
Or even make a games console:
Use retro pi and emulation station and kodi
Easily takes 64gb sd class10
Has 4x USB wifi Bluetooth and hdmi and rca
edit:
https://www.google.com/search?q=can+you+run+kodi+and+retropie+on+same+card
So long as you're supplying at least 5volts and 2amps then yes, ideally 2.5amps, if it's any less you're going to have problems.
Power supplies for the Pi2 ran fine on 2A, but if you're upgrading then upgrade your plug
eg. £8.95 on Amazon
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Official-Power-Adapter-Raspberry-Pi/dp/B01CO1HZJ6/
Amazon direct is now £30.85
Amazon FBA merchants 'kent photo' and 'Almost Anything Ltd' also same price (£30.85) but why would you choose a marketplace seller when you can buy from Amazon direct for the same price
With a bit of set up you can turn this into a game streaming client ( needs nvidia gtx card )
Run kodi etc
Given that a clean power supply is essential to get the best out of any electronic device and will ensure longevity and optimal performance, why skimp on this item to save a few quid?
this way would save having pi3 in car for only BT streaming from phone purpose..
Any Tom, Dick or Harry can sign up and stock their wares in Amazon's warehouse.
It's not Amazon's stock, but the seller is using the warehouse space and fulfilment of Amazon.
https://services.amazon.com/fulfillment-by-amazon/how-it-works.htm
http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=200229160
Raspberry Pi isn't made by a whole load of different companies, so a raspberry pi is a raspberry pi. Where it comes from (price, how quick it's shipped, delivery cost, etc) is the only thing that would be different when buying from different places. If it's fulfilled by Amazon then the order is taken care of by them the same way as if you buy directly from them...no?
That it the one I think.