--- title: Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W Launches for $7, Offering Enhanced... description: Raspberry Pi introduces the Pico 2 W, an upgrade of its Pico microcontroller board, now with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. Priced at $7, it features a... canonical: https://daily.dev/posts/raspberry-pi-pico-2-w-launches-for-7-offering-enhanced-wireless-capabilities-9ui8zmshy twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:site: @dailydotdev og:type: website og:site_name: daily.dev og:title: Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W Launches for $7, Offering Enhanced Wireless Capabilities | daily.dev og:description: Raspberry Pi introduces the Pico 2 W, an upgrade of its Pico microcontroller board, now with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. 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The Pico 2 W supports development in C, C++, and MicroPython and remains compatible with standard Pico accessories. Available for pre-order, it's suitable for both hobbyists and industrial applications. ## Content # Raspberry Pi Pico 2 W Launches With Built-in Wi-Fi for $7 Raspberry Pi has announced the launch of the Pico 2 W, an updated version of its original Pico microcontroller board, now featuring built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Priced at a budget-friendly $7, the Pico 2 W integrates a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 4 signal and Bluetooth 5.2, enhancing its versatility for a wide range of Internet of Things (IoT) and embedded systems projects. ## Features and Specifications The Pico 2 W is powered by the RP2350 microcontroller and boasts a dual-core processor with both Arm Cortex-M33 and Hazard 3 RISC-V cores. It comes equipped with 4 MB of flash memory and 520 KB of SRAM, offering ample space and flexibility for development. ### Key Features: - **Microcontroller**: RP2350 - **Processor**: Dual-core (Arm Cortex-M33 and Hazard 3 RISC-V cores) - **Memory**: 4 MB flash memory, 520 KB SRAM - **Connectivity**: 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 4, Bluetooth 5.2 - **Development Support**: C, C++, MicroPython ## Availability The Pico 2 W maintains compatibility with standard Raspberry Pi Pico accessories, making it easy to integrate into existing projects. Currently available for pre-order from select retailers, the Pico 2 W can be purchased in single units or 480-unit reels for industrial use, catering to both hobbyists and large-scale hardware projects. 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