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        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:03:32 +0000</pubDate>
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        <title>🎁Free LoRa Module Giveaway! —— IoT Hardware Contest</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/26001/free-lora-module-giveaway-iot-hardware-contest</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 10:09:12 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>🔥Good news! Each contestant can get a Free LoRa Module!🔥</strong></p>

<p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/iot-contest.html" title="The Elecrow IoT Hardware Contest has officially started!">The Elecrow IoT Hardware Contest has officially started!</a><br />
<strong>⏰Time:</strong><br />
June 25, 2025 - September 15, 2025<br />
<strong>🎁How to get:</strong><br />
Submit any IoT-related project on <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/iot-contest.html" title="this contest page">this contest page</a>, then you will get a LoRa module for free! (Each contestant! Participation prize!)</p>

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        <title>how to display jpeg on the 5&quot; display</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/27248/how-to-display-jpeg-on-the-5-display</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 08:32:05 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>muekno</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[<p>I have a 5" cropanel display where I want to display video recived as jpeg images via websocket from an ESP32 CAM. I have the display working so far. Can display text and simple graphics under LovyanGFX and touch buttons  with cb under LVGL. But no idea how to display the received JPEG or any other JPEG  on the screen, need help or hint</p>
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        <title>🔥Good news! CrowPi 3 is live on Kickstarter! Back it and enjoy the Super Early Bird (30% OFF)!</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/4572/good-news-crowpi-3-is-live-on-kickstarter-back-it-and-enjoy-the-super-early-bird-30-off</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 02:43:16 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[<p>Hi! 😊<br />
<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowpi-3-an-open-source-al-education-and-development-station?ref=4todow" title="CrowPi 3——Your Al Learning and Development Station. It is now live on Kickstarter!"><strong>CrowPi 3——Your Al Learning and Development Station. It is now live on Kickstarter!</strong> </a><br />
Want to build a voice assistant? Launch an IoT project? Learn Python from scratch? It’s all possible—no experience required.<br />
<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowpi-3-an-open-source-al-education-and-development-station?ref=4todow" title="Back it today and turn curiosity into creation!"><strong>Back it today and turn curiosity into creation!</strong></a><br />
<img src="https://forum.elecrow.com/uploads/editor/tj/s4x5mmaydvft.jpg" alt="" title="" /></p>

<p>✅ A portable learning station. Whether you’re a student, educator, or hobbyist, CrowPi 3 provides a practical, structured way to dive into AI, programming, and hardware development.<br />
✅ Retains all the core strengths of its predecessor while adding more power, more modules, and more learning.<br />
✅ Supports today’s most popular LLMs — including ChatGPT, LLaMA, Gemini, DeepSeek, and more. <br />
✅ Compatible with Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, Raspberry Pi Pico, and Nano-form-factor boards.<br />
✅ 10+ Accessories included | 41 Built-in Modules | 180+ Course Resources | 20+ Hands-on Projects | Integrated Al Features<br />
✅Supports Al Chat, Al Detection &amp; Tracking, AI Image and Video Generation, Al Hardware Control, Al Programming, Build DIY project, etc.</p>

<p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowpi-3-an-open-source-al-education-and-development-station?ref=4todow" title="Learn More Information!"><strong>Learn More Information!</strong></a></p>
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        <title>Test your batteries with ease using this simple setup 🧬</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1216/test-your-batteries-with-ease-using-this-simple-setup-%F0%9F%A7%AC</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 03:20:53 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[<p>Test your batteries with ease using this simple setup 🧬</p>

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<p>😊Still intrigued and eager for more knowledges? 😊<br />
<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="Join our community">Join our community</a>- a vibrant hub where your projects and ideas are supercharged, and you get to learn and collaborate with the cream of the crop! <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!">Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!</a> 🌟</p>

<p>🚀Do you want to Level Up Your Tech Skills？🚀<br />
Here is a great opportunity, that is to participate in our <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/2nd-electronics-design-contest.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="2nd Electronics Design Contest">2nd Electronics Design Contest</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/ai-open-hardware-contest.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="'AI&amp;Open Harware' Contest">'AI&amp;Open Harware' Contest</a> (ESP32/Arduino/Raspberry Pi...) to:<br />
​→ Showcase your innovative projects<br />
​→ Exchange ideas with makers<br />
​→ Accelerate your own project growth</p>
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        <title>Share Knowledge 👍Building a Low-Cost Media Center with Raspberry Pi 5 Step-by-Step</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1158/share-knowledge-building-a-low-cost-media-center-with-raspberry-pi-5-step-by-step</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:14:54 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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<p>If you've ever thought about having a home media center without spending hundreds of dollars on a high-end streaming box, the Raspberry Pi 5 is the ideal and one of the most affordable solutions. It is small and very powerful, which makes it a great choice for streaming movies, playing music, or even running retro games.</p>

<p><strong>So, let’s explain everything you need to set up a smooth and responsive media center using Raspberry Pi 5 – without overcomplicating things.↓↓↓</strong><br />
<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/blog/building-low-cost-media-center-with-raspberry-pi-5.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="How to Build a Low-Cost Media Center with Raspberry Pi 5 Step-by-Step">How to Build a Low-Cost Media Center with Raspberry Pi 5 Step-by-Step</a></p>

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<p><strong>😊Still intrigued and eager for more knowledges? 😊</strong><br />
<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="Join our community">Join our community</a>- a vibrant hub where your projects and ideas are supercharged, and you get to learn and collaborate with the cream of the crop!  <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!">Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!</a> 🌟</p>

<p><strong>🚀Anyone want to Level Up Your Tech Skills？🚀</strong><br />
Here is a great opportunity, that is to participate in our <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/2nd-electronics-design-contest.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="2nd Electronics Design Contest">2nd Electronics Design Contest</a> and <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/ai-open-hardware-contest.html?r=cUmJeI63tbVk=" title="'AI&amp;Open Harware' Contest">'AI&amp;Open Harware' Contest</a> (ESP32/Arduino/Raspberry Pi...) to:<br />
​→ Showcase your innovative projects<br />
​→ Exchange ideas with makers<br />
​→ Accelerate your own project growth</p>
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        <title>Share Knowledge 👍 How to Run DeepSeek R1 on a Raspberry Pi 5?</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1088/share-knowledge-how-to-run-deepseek-r1-on-a-raspberry-pi-5</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:36:45 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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<strong>DeepSeek</strong> is currently a trending topic on social media platforms. It is an advanced artificial intelligence system designed to provide intelligent search and data analysis services.</p>

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<p>Now, let's learn step by step <strong>how to set up a compatible environment, install the necessary tools, and run DeepSeek-R1 on a Raspberry Pi 5 using the Ollama platform.</strong><br />
<strong><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/blog/how-to-run-deepseek-on-a-raspberry-pi-5-step-by-step-guide.html" title="Step by step guide here">Step by step guide here</a></strong></p>

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<p><strong>Still intrigued and eager for more knowledges?</strong> 🤔<br />
<strong><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Dive into our community">Dive into our community</a> - a vibrant hub where your projects and ideas are supercharged, and you get to learn and collaborate with the cream of the crop! 🚀</strong><br />
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow and excel. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!">Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!</a> 🌟</p>
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        <title>Can't log in</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1141/cant-log-in</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 13:18:32 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>rtkeen</dc:creator>
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        <description><![CDATA[<p>Tried logging into my account on elecrow.com.  It takes my name and password and then goes right back to the main page with the "Sign in" link and NOT my account link.  I have a job I have to track, but your web site is broken.  Tried on multiple computers and multiple browsers, so it's on Elecrow's end.  Please fix.</p>
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        <title>Share Knowledge 👍 Timer board circuit diagram</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1133/share-knowledge-timer-board-circuit-diagram</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 04:17:29 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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<p><strong>Still intrigued and eager for more knowledges? 😊</strong><br />
Dive into <strong><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="our community">our community</a></strong>- a vibrant hub where your projects and ideas are supercharged, and you get to learn and collaborate with the cream of the crop! 🚀<br />
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow and excel. <strong><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!">Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!</a></strong> 🌟</p>
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        <title>Share Knowledge 👍DeepSeek R1? ChatGPT 4.0? A Comparative Analysis</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1124/share-knowledge-deepseek-r1-chatgpt-4-0-a-comparative-analysis</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 03:17:13 +0000</pubDate>
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        <dc:creator>Doreen1020</dc:creator>
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<p><strong>DeepSeek R1 vs. ChatGPT-4: A Comparative Analysis</strong></p>

<p>In the world of AI, <strong>DeepSeek R1</strong> and <strong>ChatGPT-4</strong> stand out as two pioneering models, each excelling in different areas. <br />
Here, we’ll explore the core differences between these two models across several key dimensions, including their design philosophies, technical architectures, performance in various scenarios, and commercialization approaches.<br />
<a href="https://www.elecrow.com/blog/deepseek-r1-vs-chatgpt-4-a-comparative-analysis.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.elecrow.com/blog/deepseek-r1-vs-chatgpt-4-a-comparative-analysis.html</a></p>

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<p><strong>Still intrigued and eager for more knowledges? 🤔</strong><br />
<strong><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Dive into our community">Dive into our community</a></strong> - a vibrant hub where your projects and ideas are supercharged, and you get to learn and collaborate with the cream of the crop! 🚀<br />
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow and excel. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!">Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!</a> 🌟</p>
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        <title>🙋🏻‍♂️Q&amp;A Electronic Basics🙋🏻‍♂️ The total resistance &lt; The smallest resistance?</title>
        <link>https://forum.elecrow.com/discussion/1122/%F0%9F%8F%BB%E2%80%8D-%EF%B8%8Fq-a-electronic-basics-%F0%9F%8F%BB%E2%80%8D-%EF%B8%8F-the-total-resistance-the-smallest-resistance</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 08:26:27 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>In what type of circuit is the total resistance smaller than the smallest resistance?<br />
<strong>Which one do you choose? Tell me your answer boldly 💯</strong><br />
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<p><strong>Still intrigued and eager for more knowledges? 🤔<br />
<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Dive into our community">Dive into our community</a> - a vibrant hub where your projects and ideas are supercharged, and you get to learn and collaborate with the cream of the crop! 🚀</strong><br />
Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow and excel. <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.elecrow.com/share-projects.html" title="Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!">Click now to join the ranks of the best and brightest!</a> 🌟</p>
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