Advanced .NET·22wBuild a Raspberry Pi kiosk with Avalonia UI and DotNetBrowser!
A guide demonstrates how to build a kiosk application on Raspberry Pi using Avalonia UI framework and DotNetBrowser. The approach runs outside the desktop environment, offering developers more flexibility than traditional lockdown browsers while combining native app capabilities with web development simplicity.
Hacker News·23wManufacturer issues remote kill command to disable smart vacuum after engineer blocks it from collecting data — user revives it with custom hardware and Python scripts to run offline
An engineer discovered his iLife A11 smart vacuum was sending telemetry data without consent. After blocking the manufacturer's servers, the device was remotely disabled via a kill command. Through reverse engineering, he found the vacuum had unsecured root access and was transmitting 3D maps of his home. He successfully revived the device using custom hardware, Python scripts, and a Raspberry Pi, enabling it to run completely offline. The incident highlights serious privacy and ownership concerns with IoT devices that rely on cloud processing.
Tailscale·23wThe Tailscale node you mail to your parents
A comprehensive guide to setting up remote Tailscale nodes using small devices like Raspberry Pi, Apple TV, or Android TV boxes that can be mailed to family members. The setup enables secure remote network access through exit nodes and subnet routers, allowing troubleshooting, remote support, and VPN capabilities. The guide covers hardware selection, configuration steps for each platform, testing procedures, and real-world use cases including caregiving support and bypassing restrictive firewalls.