Happy New Year from the Armbian Team!

As we step into this exciting new year, we at Armbian would like to extend our warmest wishes for a Happy New Year to our amazing community! Thank you for your continued support and contributions that make Armbian what it is today. Together, we look forward to achieving great things and exploring new possibilities in Linux and open-source innovation.

Armbian Updates Summary Week 1 (v25.2.0-trunk.274): What’s Changed in the Past Week

Armbian continues to push the boundaries of Linux performance and hardware compatibility with its rolling release updates. The latest changes in version v25.2.0-trunk.274 bring exciting enhancements in camera module support, board features, and software tools, all while maintaining a focus on stability and innovation.

Key Highlights

Camera Module Support Armbian now supports the Raspberry Pi Camera Modules on certain Rockchip hardware, expanding its capabilities for embedded systems and IoT applications:

• OV5647 (Camera Module 1): Enables integration with various Raspberry Pi projects and beyond.
  • Commit by @bmx666.
• IMX219 (Camera Module 2): Advanced camera support for high-resolution capture in compact setups.
  • Commit by @bmx666.

Board Enhancements

• NanoPi M6: SPI NOR flash overlay added, providing improved boot options and storage flexibility for this versatile board.
  • Commit by @efectn.
• OnePlus Kebab: Type-C support introduced, enhancing connectivity for modern peripherals and high-speed data transfers.
  • Commit by @amazingfate.
• FriendlyElec CM3588: HDMI RX configuration added, optimizing display performance and making it easier to connect external monitors.
  • Commit by @timsurber.

Software Enhancements

• Sandboxed and Containerized SSH Server: A cutting-edge security measure, this new feature isolates SSH server operations to enhance safety and protect against vulnerabilities.
  • Commit by @igorpecovnik.
• Wireguard VPN Server: Enables quick and easy VPN configuration, offering secure remote access to your systems.
  • View commit.
• Grafana Monitoring Dashboards: Provides detailed insights into performance and resource usage, allowing users to visualize and monitor their setups effectively.
  • View commit.
• OctoPrint: Streamlines 3D printing management, offering a robust web-based interface for monitoring and controlling 3D printers.
  • View commit.

These updates reflect Armbian’s dedication to delivering user-friendly, powerful tools for a seamless experience.

U-Boot Improvements

Refinements in U-Boot build processes ensure better stability and clearer configurations for developers:

• Addressed whitespace and newlines in UBOOT_TARGET_MAP.
  • Commits by @rpardini.
• Introduced clean builds for each U-Boot target, ensuring consistent and error-free deployment.
  • Commit by @rpardini.

Kernel Updates

• Changing full kernel config into defconfig
  • Commit by @rpardini
• Trusted Firmware: Updated Arm Trusted Firmware to version 2.12, improving security and compatibility for Rockchip64 platforms.
  • Commit by @timsurber.

Contributors

Armbian’s progress is made possible by the contributions of its dedicated developers. A big thank you to  @rpardini, @bmx666, @amazingfate, @igorpecovnik, @efectn, and @timsurber for their hard work!

Looking Ahead

The Armbian team is excited about the year ahead, aiming to introduce even more innovative features and improvements. With the support of a growing community, Armbian will continue to lead in providing a robust Linux experience for single-board computers. Together, let’s achieve new milestones and explore endless possibilities!

Stay updated by visiting the Armbian releases page.