Explore Screenly's technological evolution from Raspberry Pi to x86 architecture, BIOS challenges, Coreboot implementation, and future prospects with RISC-V in this insightful 26-minute talk by Viktor Petersson at OpenUK. Gain valuable insights into the company's journey, starting with the Raspberry Pi-based Screenly Player and progressing through the development of PlayMax. Discover the hurdles faced when transitioning to x86 platforms, including BIOS-related issues and the innovative solution found in Coreboot. Learn about the advantages of open hardware and the potential of RISC-V architecture as Screenly looks towards the future of digital signage technology.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
How we started
Raspberry Pi
Screenly Player
Covid
PlayMax
PlayMax vs Pi5
Challenges with x86
BIOS biases
LogoFail
Coreboot
Companies using Coreboot
FWUpdate
RISCV
Open Hardware
Looking Forward
Taught by
OpenUK