This unassuming mini PC became an essential part of my home lab setup, and it only took an afternoon to transform.

The Raspberry Pi 500+ is arriving for $200, and offers more RAM and storage than the regular 500 model. It also adopts mechanical key switches instead of membrane keys.

Perfect for anyone new to the craft, this beginner project introduces basic measuring, cutting, and sanding techniques in a straightforward way.

For a little extra, you can get a desktop kit with your new Raspberry Pi 500+ that includes a mouse, power supply, HDMI, and more.