🔧 Tool of the Week

Sipeed SLogic (Combo8 / 16U3)

Cheap, fast USB logic analyzers that are finally getting proper PulseView/libsigrok support. If you do embedded debugging (UART, SPI, I2C) and want more channels or higher sample rates than the old 24 MHz clones, SLogic is now a practical, budget option. 🔗 Sipeed SLogic Combo8 quick start & tools — Sipeed wiki. (wiki.sipeed.com)

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🛒 Deals & Finds

• DreamSourceLab — DSLogic Plus

– 16-channel, up to 400 MHz buffer mode; a good mid-range unit if you want more robust probes and a metal case than the tiny $10 clones. Price and stock fluctuate; check the shop page. 🔗 DSLogic Plus product page (DreamSourceLab). (dreamsourcelab.com)

• Sipeed SLogic16U3 / Combo8 (buy links & binaries)

– If you want a high-sample USB3 option at a hobbyist price, SLogic16U3 listings and Sipeed-provided PulseView builds are where to look. 🔗 Sipeed SLogic16U3 & downloads (wiki). (github.com)

• InnoMaker LA1010

– 16‑channel budget logic analyzer (lower spec than the DSLogic / SLogic pro models) — good if you need more channels on a strict budget. 🔗 LA1010 product page (InnoMaker). (inno-maker.com)

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🧪 Cool Build

Tested Bluetooth channel sounding with two XIAO nRF54 boards A short, practical test of channel-sounding features using XIAO nRF54 boards — useful if you prototype BLE PHY/measurements or want a real-world check on distance/PHY quirks. Thread includes test notes and traces. 🔗 Reddit: Tested Bluetooth channel sounding with two nRF54 boards. (reddit.com)

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📚 Worth Reading

• PulseView tutorial & cheat sheet (2026) – Practical step-by-step guide for installs, captures, and decoders. Good refresher before you touch a new analyzer. 🔗 PulseView Tutorial & Cheat Sheet — SecByte. (learn.secbyte.org)

• DSLogic review (guide) – Short buyer’s guide comparing DSLogic models and what works best for hobbyists vs serious embedded work. 🔗 DSLogic review & model guide — iTechGuides (Aug 18, 2026). (itechguides.com)

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⚡ Quick Hits

• libsigrok now has a new driver/patch activity for Sipeed SLogic devices (Combo8 / 16U3); expect better upstream PulseView support soon. 🔗 sigrok-devel patch / mail (mailing list). (sourceforge.net)
• Sipeed publishes SLogic-specific PulseView builds and a short "Agent / plugin" workflow to make captures and decoding easier on Linux. 🔗 SLogic plugin quick start — Sipeed wiki. (en.wiki.sipeed.com)
• If you’re new to logic analyzers, SparkFun’s PulseView tutorial remains a solid hands-on companion. 🔗 SparkFun / Sigrok PulseView getting started. (learn.sparkfun.com)

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📺 Cool Videos

• How to Use Sigrok PulseView Software

– Concise walkthrough of PulseView basics and a cheap USB logic analyzer setup. 🔗 YouTube: How to Use Sigrok PulseView (tutorial). (youtube.com)

• Best Logic Analyzer Review: DSLogic Plus

– Hands-on review and live captures showing strengths and limits. 🔗 YouTube: DSLogic Plus review. (youtube.com)