SpecFive Strike
SpecFive Strike
| Case Material | PETG |
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| Dimensions | 120mm × 150mm × 25mm |
| Weight | 390g |
| Screen | 4.3-inch touchscreen |
| Keyboard | Full QWERTY |
| Motherboard | Custom-built SpecFive carrier board |
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| Integrated LoRa Node | Yes |
| LoRa Chip | SX1262 (915 MHz) |
| Communication | Meshtastic, ATAK-compatible |
| Primary Compute Unit | Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 (CM4) |
| Base Edition | SD card not included; user-configurable OS (Raspberry Pi OS, RetroPie, emteria.OS, or custom Linux) |
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| Ready Edition | 32GB SD card included; preloaded Raspberry Pi OS + Meshtastic (plug-and-play) |
| Battery | 5000 mAh internal rechargeable |
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| Battery Life | 3–6 hours (typical use) |
| Charging | Dedicated USB charging port |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
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| Ports & Interfaces | 1× USB 2.0, 1× USB charging port, 1× 3.5mm audio jack |
| Expansion | GPIO, I²C, SPI (via CM4) |
| LoRa Antenna | 915 MHz external antenna |
The SpecFive Strike is a compact handheld Linux computer with a built-in LoRa mesh radio, designed for developers, hackers, makers, tinkerers, and off-grid communicators. Built around the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 and our custom-built, in-house SpecFive motherboard (carrier board), it features a 4.3-inch touchscreen, QWERTY keyboard, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB ports, and an SX1262 LoRa module, bringing Linux flexibility and portable mesh networking into one device.
Model Options: Base & Ready
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Base Edition: Ships fully assembled, without an SD card. Configure Strike Your Way, install Raspberry Pi OS, set up a RetroPie handheld arcade system, and run Emteria.OS Android.
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Ready Edition: Includes a 32GB SD card preloaded with Raspberry Pi OS + Meshtastic, offering true plug-and-play convenience.
Specs Overview
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Case Material: PETG
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Dimensions: 120mm × 150mm × 25mm
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Weight: 390g
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Screen: 4.3-inch touchscreen
Hardware Overview
Integrated LoRa Node: Yes
LoRa Node Chip: SX1262 (915 MHz)
Communication: Meshtastic, ATAK-compatible
Primary Compute Unit: Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4
Motherboard: Custom-built SpecFive carrier board for stability, expansion, and rugged performance
Base Edition
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Storage: SD card not included
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Operating System: User-configurable (install Raspberry Pi OS, RetroPie, emteria. OS, or custom Linux builds)
Ready Edition
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Storage: 32GB SD card included
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Operating System: Preloaded Raspberry Pi OS + Meshtastic (plug-and-play)
Power & Battery
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Battery: 5000 mAh rechargeable
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Battery Life: 3–6 hours runtime
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Charging: USB charging port
Connectivity
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Wireless: Wi-Fi + Bluetooth
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Ports & Interfaces: USB 2.0, USB charging, 3.5mm audio jack
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Expansion: GPIO, I²C, and SPI
Additional Information
Introducing the SpecFive Strike: The Portable Linux Workstation with LoRa Mesh
What’s Included:
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SpecFive Strike (Base or Ready Edition)
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PETG enclosure with integrated keyboard + display
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SX1262 LoRa module
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Charging cable
Important Notes on Editions:
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Base Edition: Ships without an SD card or a preloaded OS. Configure your own with Raspberry Pi OS, RetroPie, and emteria.OS, or custom Linux builds.
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Ready Edition: Ships with a 32GB SD card preloaded with Raspberry Pi OS + Meshtastic. Plug in, power up, and start working.
Key Features
Linux in Your Hands
Strike is a portable Linux terminal powered by the Raspberry Pi CM4 and a custom-built SpecFive motherboard. Perfect for Linux beginners, developers, tech enthusiasts, and hackers exploring coding, scripting, and system management.
Your OS, Your Choice (Base Edition)
Install the OS you prefer: Raspberry Pi OS, RetroPie for gaming, emteria.OS Android, or a custom Linux build.
Plug-and-Play Convenience (Ready Edition)
Skip the setup with a preloaded SD card (Raspberry Pi OS + Meshtastic). Boot instantly and start using Strike right away.
LoRa Mesh Networking
Built-in SX1262 LoRa radio for Meshtastic and ATAK mesh communication, enabling off-grid messaging and connectivity.
Portable Workstation
With a 4.3" touchscreen, QWERTY keyboard, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and USB ports, Strike works like a Linux laptop alternative in the palm of your hand.
Compact Build
At only 390g and 120 × 150 × 25mm, Strike is lightweight, portable, and fits easily into bags, rigs, or mounts.
5000 mAh Battery
Internal rechargeable battery provides 3–6 hours of runtime for coding, communication, or gaming.
Use-Case Scenarios
Strike is ideal for:
Developers, hackers, & Linux learners exploring Linux for beginners or advanced projects.
Makers & tinkerers building Raspberry Pi projects with GPIO, I²C, and SPI.
Retro gamers using RetroPie to play NES, SNES, Sega, PlayStation, and Atari classics.
Off-grid communicators using Meshtastic or ATAK for team coordination beyond cell networks.
Deployment
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Base Edition: Add your own SD card and OS. Ideal for advanced users and developers who want to customize.
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Ready Edition: Insert the included SD card, power on, and start using Linux + Meshtastic in minutes.
Disclaimer
SpecFive Strike supports open-source platforms such as Meshtastic and ATAK. Setup and configuration of third-party applications may require additional steps. Users are responsible for ensuring compatibility with their own devices and networks. For support, consult the official documentation for Raspberry Pi OS, Meshtastic, and related software.
Additional Resources
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Meshtastic Website: https://meshtastic.org
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Meshtastic YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/meshtastic