Oddbean

***Putting this out just a little early because I know everyone will be busy later in the week. 🎄⚡️🎄 My Current Recommendations for Mesh Radios as Stocking Stuffers. These mesh nodes all work for Meshtastic and they should all work on Reticulum soon. 🎄⚡️🎄 🎁 Use this holiday season as an opportunity to build out your local mesh. 🎁 If you were giving a neighbor or loved one a gift anyways, give them the gift of a mesh node. 🎁 Do you have to do a Secret Santa gift exchange at work? Get them a mesh node. This will also get a conversation started when folks see your recipient open the present. 🎁 For parents: Was your kid good this year? Get them a mesh node. Tell them an elf made it special just for them. 🎄⚡️🎄 You may want to order them ASAP to make sure you get them in time for Christmas. 🎄⚡️🎄 (These recommended nodes should all have Reticulum firmware available shortly on the community firmware GitHub) 📟 SeeedStudio T1000-e: My top choice for EDC (Everyday Carry) mesh node. It has no external antenna, waterproof, compact and reliable. 🔋 Rak WisBlock: My go to for building solar-powered repeaters. With ultra-low power usage, it’s perfect for long-term, remote setups. 📵 Lilygo T-Deck: For a standalone all-in-one device—no phone or tablet required. It has the classic BlackBerry-style form factor, and once the new UI is ready, this will be a must have. Everyone will want one, consider getting one before the rush comes. 💸 Heltec v3: If you’re just starting out, this is a low cost option is a solid entry-level unit and easy to find with a case included. Easy to experiment with and great for beginners. 🖨️ Got a 3D printer? Skip the Heltec V3 and print your own case and dive straight into a custom Rak build. It is just slight more expensive and far better on power consumption. #meshtastic #mesh #reticulum #sideband #nomadnet #ham #hamradio #amateurradio #radio #915mhz #meshradio #edc #offgrid #lora #diynetworking #heltec #lilygo #rak #seeedstudio #grownostr #gm #merrychristmas #blackfriday #happythanksgiving #christmas #thanksgiving https://nypost.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2016/12/radiocity_santa120516_01.jpg