Qualcomm wants to expand accessibility to its technologies, and its next step in that mission is buying popular open-source computing company Arduino. Qualcomm says this deal will "supercharge developer productivity across industries," while existing users will gain access to its "powerful technology stack and global reach." Arduino products are popular with makers, as they combine hardware and software, alongside access to a large community of like-minded users. Arduino says its community includes over 33 million developers, including students, professionals, educators, hobbyists, and more. As part of the announcement, Arduino is introducing its latest single-board computer, called the Uno Q, which features a “dual brain” architecture – a Linux Debian-capable microprocessor and a real-time microcontroller. It will be powered by one of Qualcomm's industry-focused processors, the Dragonwing QRB2210. The Arduino Uno Q is designed to help developers easily access AI functionality for ...