ArmSoM CM1 is a $15 RK3506J compute module with an optional carrier board.

We’ve seen a bunch of computer-on-a-module designs from Raspberry Pi, Banana Pi, NVIDIA, and others in recent years. But the ArmSoM CM1 stands out as one of the only models I’ve seen that can be used with or without a carrier board since it has a built-in USB-C port, MIPI-DSI display connector, and microSD card reader.

It’s also pretty cheap, with prices starting at just $15 for a standalone […]

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Read more: https://liliputing.com/armsom-cm1-is-a-15-rk3506j-compute-module-with-an-optional-carrier-board/

The ArmSom Forge1

With all that’s been happening over the past couple of months, it’s been hard to keep a steady pace of hardware reviews, so this is going to be a short one.(...)

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https://taoofmac.com/space/reviews/2025/07/26/2145

🗣️Forge1 is LIVE and restock!
Unlock #industrial-grade dev power with 3-core #RK3506J + 40+ interfaces without the serious price tag.ONLY at $23!

Learn more:https://armsom.org/post/armsom-forge1-redefining-the-open-source-hardware-development-experience

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​​ArmSoM Forge1: Redefining the Open-Source Hardware Development Experience​​

In fields like ​​smart voice interaction, industrial control, and multimedia systems​​, developers often face a ​​performance-cost-efficiency trilemma​​: • Traditional solutions suffer from ​​insufficient interfaces​​ (requiring external peripherals), ​​redundant resources​​ (inflating costs), or ​​closed ecosystems​​ (prolonging development cycles).​​ArmSoM Forge1​​ rises to the challenge! Powered by the ​​Rockchip RK3506J triple-core Cortex-A7 processor​​, this open-source SBC (Single Board Co

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🗣️Hot off the press! Our first batch of Forge1 #RK3506J units is rolling out to pre-order customers. Stay tuned for shipping updates!
🌟 New to Forge1? Discover 🚀more:https://docs.armsom.org/armsom-forge1
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Forge1 Product Introduction | ArmSoM docs

ArmSom-Forge1 adopts the Rockchip RK3506 next-generation high-performance industrial-grade embedded chip, featuring a multi-core heterogeneous design with three Cortex-A7 cores and one Cortex-M0 core, with main frequencies of 1.5GHz and 200MHz respectively. This chip is widely used in industrial control, industrial communication, human-machine interaction, and other fields due to its high integration, low power consumption, high real-time performance, and rich interface resources.

🚀 Eliminate Boot Delays!
ArmSoM Forge1 #RK3506J delivers instant industrial-grade boot (<1s) with rock-solid reliability.
🔧Solve latency headaches in #automation/#edge systems.
Launching next Wednesday!
Stay tuned:https://docs.armsom.org/armsom-forge1

#sbc #opensource #IndustrialIoT #rockchip #raspberrypi

Forge1 Product Introduction | ArmSoM docs

ArmSom-Forge1 adopts the Rockchip RK3506 next-generation high-performance industrial-grade embedded chip, featuring a multi-core heterogeneous design with three Cortex-A7 cores and one Cortex-M0 core, with main frequencies of 1.5GHz and 200MHz respectively. This chip is widely used in industrial control, industrial communication, human-machine interaction, and other fields due to its high integration, low power consumption, high real-time performance, and rich interface resources.

🔥🌡️ #TechUpdate: Forge1 powered by #RK3506J has PASSED extreme temperature testing with flying colors (-45°C to 85°C)! Rigorous quality checks completed as we gear up for mass production.
🚀 Shipping starts late April/early May!
✅ Secure yours now: https://armsom.org/product-page/forge1
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Forge1 | ArmSoM

The RK3506J is a high-performance triple-core Cortex-A7 application processor designed for intelligent voice interaction, audio input/output processing, image output processing, and other digital multimedia applications. Documentation: Product Introduction:Forge1 Manual forum Discord Please reach out for us for your customized and huge volum orders: [email protected] can also conveniently order from our AliExpress store:aliexpress

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🔥 Industry Game-Changer Alert!
Introducing #Forge1 - Our 1st industrial-grade dev board with #RK3506J at just $23!

💡 Triple-Core Power + -40°C~85°C endurance = Ultimate IIoT Brain
🛠️ Dual Ethernet + CAN FD + RPi-compatible GPIO = Harsh Environment Ready

Perfect for:
• Voice-controlled factory equipment
• Smart agriculture controllers
• Low-cost #HMI solutions
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Limited stock: https://docs.armsom.org/armsom-forge1
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Forge1 Product Introduction | ArmSoM docs

ArmSom-Forge1 adopts the Rockchip RK3506 next-generation high-performance industrial-grade embedded chip, featuring a multi-core heterogeneous design with three Cortex-A7 cores and one Cortex-M0 core, with main frequencies of 1.5GHz and 200MHz respectively. This chip is widely used in industrial control, industrial communication, human-machine interaction, and other fields due to its high integration, low power consumption, high real-time performance, and rich interface resources.