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ESP32 Microcontrollers Reveal Hidden SDR Capabilities

Researchers have discovered that the ESP32 microcontroller possesses previously unknown Software Defined Radio (SDR) capabilities. This finding was made independently by various projects, suggesting a potential for expanded functionality in devices utilizing this popular chip. AI

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ESP32 Microcontrollers Reveal Hidden SDR Capabilities

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    Various Projects Find Hidden SDR Capabilities in ESP32 Microcontrollers Article URL: https://www. rtl-sdr.com/various-projects-i ndependently-find-hidden-sdr-ca

    Various Projects Find Hidden SDR Capabilities in ESP32 Microcontrollers Article URL: https://www. rtl-sdr.com/various-projects-i ndependently-find-hidden-sdr-capabilities-in-esp32-microcontrollers/ Comments URL: https:// news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4 9922674 Points: 4 # Comments…