Hacker multitool updated: Linux-based Flipper One introduced
Flipper Devices has announced the new version of its famous "hacker multitool" — the Flipper One device. Developers state that this gadget is not a replacement for the popular Flipper Zero model, but an independent product focused on network operations. This is reported by Ixbt.com reports .
Flipper One features two Gigabit Ethernet ports, Wi-Fi 6E support, and the ability to install a 5G modem via an M.2 slot. The device also supports high-speed module connections via PCI Express, USB 3.0, and SATA interfaces. It can be used as a VPN gateway, 5G router, or a bridge between wireless and wired networks.
In addition to an energy-efficient microcontroller, the device is equipped with a Rockchip RK3576 processor featuring four high-performance Cortex-A72 cores and four energy-efficient Cortex-A53 cores, along with 8 GB of LPDDR5x RAM. The chip's performance is sufficient to run a full version of the Linux operating system.
The device is equipped with an HDMI port, allowing for the connection of a monitor with 4K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. This opens up the possibility of using Flipper One as a desktop PC. The company plans to release open-source firmware, though additional work is required as some parts of the Linux system on ARM architecture are not yet fully open.
The Flipper One project will be funded through a crowdfunding campaign, the start date of which has not yet been announced. Flipper Devices has already opened a special portal for developers, where they can participate in the development of the device's software.
