On February 29, 2012, the small computer "Raspberry Pi Model A" was released: what day is it today? -Engadget Japan Version

"Raspberry Pi" appeared as a one-board computer equipped with USB, LAN and video output at a low price of $ 35.

The first model, the Raspberry Pi Model A, was released today in 2012. It has attracted attention because it can be used as a personal computer by installing a display, mouse, keyboard, and SD card with an OS installed. The handling of I / O is very easy, and it is possible to do it with a little hardware control without any specialized knowledge.

In addition, when you checkRelease is often on February 29but,LAN connector mistake due to factory mistake,To get CE markShipping has been postponed with a slapstick such asThe real thing started to arrive around AprilIt was from.

Currently, the "Raspberry Pi 4" is the latest, the SoC is greatly enhanced, and the functional aspects are also evolving, such as equipped with 4GB memory, Wi-Fi, gigabit LAN, USB3.0.

Main events on February 29

2000, TV capture board by NEC"SmartVision Pro"Released
year 2012,Raspberry Pi Foundation launches Raspberry Pi
year 2012,Microsoft releases Windows 8 Consumer Preview
2016,HTC starts reservation of VR headset “ HTC Vive ''
2020,Sony launches WF-H800, a completely wireless earphone