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Starter Kit for Amazon Sidewalk from RAKwireless
We are excited to announce the availability of the Starter Kit for Amazon Sidewalk from RAKwireless. Amazon Sidewalk is a private, secure, community network designed to connect billions of devices. It leverages long-range, low-bandwidth connectivity, offering the potential for battery-saving benefits without the costs associated with cellular data or the limited range of Wi-Fi.
Do you need a license to use a 433 MHz or 915 Mhz radio?
The 433 MHz and 915 MHz bands are within the ISM (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical) radio bands, which are generally reserved for unlicensed use.
Military & First Responder Discounts available through VerifyPass
Military members, First Responders, and non-profit workers are now eligible for a discount on Rokland.com and a variety of other web sites by registering here, absolutely free.
LILYGO Q398 replaces LILYGO Q202
LILYGO Q202 Meshtastic T-Beam V1.1 ESP32 has been replaced by v1.2 which is LILYGO SKU Q398. We have a kit here with Q398 + L206 display which replaces our previous kit with Q202 and display.
Introducting Advanced Tech Support from Rokland
Technical support for any product you purchase from Rokland will always be free.
If you need support for a product we don't sell, or that is outside the scope of our general support, you may now purchase support hours to get low-cost assistance from certified Rokland technicians.
If you need support for a product we don't sell, or that is outside the scope of our general support, you may now purchase support hours to get low-cost assistance from certified Rokland technicians.
RAKwireless WisGateOS2 Update: WisGateOS2 2.2.0
RAKwireless has announced a major upgrade to their WisGate firmware, WisGateOS2 2.2.0.
Read more about this important update at the RAKwireless website.
Raspberry Pi 5 is coming, and we have a FAQ
Raspberry Pi 5 is coming, and we have updates regarding case and power supply requirements, availability, and more!
Understanding WiFi terms like 1T1R, 2T2R, and MIMO
In antenna and router technology, terms like 1T1R, 2T2R, and so on are used to describe the configuration of antennas and radio chains in wireless communication devices. These terms provide information about the number of transmit (T) and receive (R) antennas or radio chains in a device...
Why technology products get discontinued or reach EOL
We've all heard the technology term "end of life", or EOL for short. Often times as consumers we also figure if a manufacturer stopped making something, there must have been something wrong with it. Very rarely is that the case...
Arduino boards now at Rokland!
We are thrilled to announce the latest additions to our product lineup: the Arduino UNO WiFi REV2, Arduino Mega 2560 Rev3, and Arduino Portenta H7...
What is the difference between u-blox and L76K?
The main difference between u-blox and L76K is their positioning accuracy. u-blox is a Swiss company that specializes in GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) technology...
What is EUB shipping or ePacket delivery?
EUB or ePacket shipping options on different web sites mean your order is shipping from a different country and could take up to 30 days or more to arrive. Click here to learn more...
Outdoor 70mph test with ALFA magnet base ARS-AS087 and ASP-NM-NF Spring Mount
Here is an outdoor 70mph driving test with ALFA magnet base ARS-AS087 and ASP-NM-NF Spring Mount
TTGO vs. LILYGO: what is the difference?
Developers often ask us the difference between TTGO and LILYGO. When dealing with various T-Beam and T-Echo products, some pictures will show the former, while others show the latter. Many of the product titles include both words. What do they mean?
Bridging together two ALFA Network HaLow-U devices
You can use HaLow-U connected to one Windows PC and it's shared Internet connection to connect to another Windows PC with a second HaLow-U.
Here are instructions how
Here are instructions how
New product: 27 Mhz CB Radio Whip Antenna + Magnet Base
We've long been known for WiFi, 4G, and IoT antennas. We are excited to announce our first CB radio antenna offer, our new bundle with 10" whip antenna and magnet base with 10' cable.
GPS vs. GNSS: the difference in satellite nagivation systems
Some of our development boards will be equipped with GPS or GNSS technology. What is the difference and how do they compare?
Heading away from the free shipping model...
As our inventory grows to include many low cost parts, at a time when shipping carriers are excessively increasing shipping costs for light weight items, we have determined our free shipping model is negatively impacting many...
Meet RokBot: the new Rokland mascot
We've kept out logo constant for almost 15 years, but recently we decided it was time for a change. No focus groups, no expensive advertising agencies consulted- we just wanted to add some fun to our logo because so many things about development and technology are exactly that: fun.
Government & Integration FAQ focus: why do products reach EOL?
If you are a government buyer, or a company that buys parts for integration into other parts, one source of frustration can be finding out a specific product you regularly purchase is being discontinued. Understanding what causes a product to reach EOL may help in terms of pivoting to a newer part going forward.
Win an ASUS WiFi 6E gaming router + an AWUS036AXML from ALFA Network!
In partnership with the Rokland YouTube channel, this month we are giving away an ASUS ROG Capture AXE11000 gaming router, plus an ALFA AWUS036AXML WiFi 6E USB adapter. To enter, you must sign up using the widget below. You can get bonus entries by subscribing to our YouTube channel, by following us on Twitter, and by Tweeting a message about the contest. Read more...
Help us support the Meshtastic project!
If you haven't heard about Meshtastic yet, you can learn more about this exciting open sourced decentralized network here.
Did you know that we donate a percentage of every LILYGO and RAK Meshtastic related sale to the project? You can also make a one-time or recurring donation directly by going here.
Did you know that we donate a percentage of every LILYGO and RAK Meshtastic related sale to the project? You can also make a one-time or recurring donation directly by going here.
Introducing stackable coupon codes!
You've asked for it, and it's here! On our monthly deals page, we often have different categories of hot tech deals with different coupon codes. In the past, if you wanted to buy something from more than one group, you had to make separate orders to redeem multiple coupons.
Possible UPS Strike- what you need to know (updated July 28th)
As of the July 19th, 2023 publication of this article, it appears UPS workers may go on strike on August 1st. It is unknown how long a strike may last. If a strike occurs, these things will happen:
Military and First Responder 