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Late Night Linux Family All Episodes Late Night Linux – Episode 354
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Oct 7, 2025 The Raspberry Pi 500+ is making waves as the priciest version yet, aimed at kids and education. A redesign of the OS, Trixie, brings a modern look and new features. Exciting AI advancements help fix security bugs in curl, while Google's new developer verification rules could spell trouble for F-Droid. The UK government's controversial digital ID proposal raises serious privacy and civil liberties concerns, igniting public outcry. Tune in for a lively discussion on these pressing topics!
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Pi Keyboard Computer Wins Young Fans
- Félim and Graham describe the Raspberry Pi 500+ keyboard-computer as a brilliant, customizable device that appeals strongly to kids and learners.
- They recount how Raspberry Pi hardware drew crowds at a university event and encouraged hands-on tinkering among young students.
Pi Device Is About Personalization, Not Raw Speed
- Joe and Félim point out that a Raspberry Pi keyboard computer targets individuals, not institutional bulk purchases, by offering personalization and durability.
- They note comparable-priced x86 laptops outperform the Pi for raw speed but lack the Pi's educational and customization appeal.
Transparency Eases Pi Price Hike Pain
- Raspberry Pi raised prices on some 4GB/8GB models and explained the change publicly to clarify supply-cost pressures.
- The hosts praised that transparency compared with opaque price hikes from other vendors.
