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Issue 52

The Raspberry Pi Pico: it costs pennies, it’s simple to program with, and it’s really good at getting data in and out. In short, it’s the ideal board for home projects. We’ve hunted high and low fo…

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Issue 51

Human beings come in all shapes and sizes, all abilities and disabilities. So why should we have to fit in with technology, when technology can so easily be changed to suit us? That’s the key quest…

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Issue 50

Machine learning used to be the preserve of university research departments with money to burn on high-power, high-cost kit – but not any more! Thanks to a new breed of affordable dev boards, anyon…

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Issue 49

There’s a lot be said for LEGO: you can make just about anything with it, including functional pieces. It’s easy to build, break down and re-build with it. And now it’s also easy to program it, to…

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Issue 48

When you’ve graduated from breadboards and jumper wires it’s time to tackle electronics the way the pros do it: by making your own PCBs! We’ll take you from beginner to slightly more experienced be…

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Issue 47

If your 3D printer is looking a little dusty and unloved, now’s the time to put it to work: we’ve 50 of the best 3D prints to improve your home, office, workshop and more. From functional to frivol…

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Issue 46

Anyone can be a scientist, and this issue we’ll show you how. Whether you’re interested in space, traffic, the oceans, or something else, there’s a citizen science project for you. The world has ne…

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Issue 45

This issue we’re paying homage to some of our favourite projects built on the Raspberry Pi. We’re living in a golden age for experimentation, accessible making and digital discovery – and a large p…

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Issue 44

When Newton spoke of standing on the shoulder of giants, he might have been thinking of the Raspberry Pi Pico and Arduino. We delve deep into the Arduino ecosystem and find out how to harness its p…

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Issue 43

The internet of things can work for you: all you have to do is do it yourself! Inside this issue we look at 10 of the best DIY internet of things projects to inspire and delight you, and maybe even…

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Issue 42

What do you do when something breaks – do you fix it, or do you throw it away and replace it with something new and cheap? We reckon we know the answer. Join us as we pay tribute to the makers keep…

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Issue 41

If you thought you had to spend big to get decent prints, think again. There’s a quality printer out there for you for under £100 – and we’ll help you to find it.

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