The Company Behind the Flipper Zero Hacking Tool Is Making a Cyberdeck
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Key Points:
- Flipper One is a new customizable "network multitool" device developed by Flipper, designed to be a small PC focused on networking and IP-based communications, addressing usability issues common in DIY Linux computers.
- The device runs on a Rockchip RK3576 processor, offering better multi-core performance than a Raspberry Pi 5, and supports Wi-Fi 6E, Ethernet, 5G connectivity, and PCIe expansion slots for added functionality.
- Flipper One features a user-friendly interface with a D-pad and programmable buttons, aiming to support multiple user profiles for different use cases such as travel routers or emergency desktops, enhancing usability without complex reconfiguration.
- The device is intended to bridge the gap between enthusiast and casual users, countering the trend of vendor-locked, subscription-based computing by offering an open, customizable PC experience with its own OS and app store.
- Flipper plans to launch a Kickstarter campaign later this year with a target price around $350, although this may vary depending on demand and component costs; the company continues to develop the device openly with community input.