Arduino Cloud Gets a Major Update with New Features and UI

Arduino Cloud is a platform that allows you to create, control, and monitor your IoT projects from anywhere in the world. It is designed to be simple, fast, and low-code, so you can focus on your ideas and not on the technical details. Arduino Cloud has recently received a major update that brings a lot of new features and improvements to the user experience. Here are some of the highlights of the new Arduino Cloud:

New User Interface

The first thing you will notice when you log in to Arduino Cloud is the new user interface, which has been revamped to be more intuitive, modern, and responsive. The new UI has a dark theme that reduces eye strain and improves contrast. It also has a new navigation system that makes it easier to access the different sections of Arduino Cloud, such as Things, Dashboards, Sketches, and Settings. The new UI also supports multiple tabs, so you can work on different projects at the same time.

New Sketchbook

The new Sketchbook is a central place where you can store, manage, and edit all your sketches for Arduino Cloud. You can create new sketches from scratch, import existing sketches from your computer or the Arduino Web Editor, or use one of the many templates available for different boards and scenarios. You can also organize your sketches into folders and share them with other users. The new Sketchbook also integrates with the Arduino Web Editor, so you can edit your sketches online and upload them to your boards wirelessly using the OTA (over-the-air) feature.

New Thing Builder

The new Thing Builder is a tool that helps you create and configure your Things, which are the virtual representations of your physical devices in Arduino Cloud. You can choose from a wide range of compatible boards and devices, such as Arduino MKR WiFi 1010, Arduino Nano 33 IoT, Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect, Portenta H7, Portenta Machine Control, and many ESP32 boards. You can also add sensors, actuators, and other components to your Things, and Arduino Cloud will automatically generate the necessary code for you. You can also define the properties and behaviors of your Things, such as variables, events, triggers, and actions.

New Dashboard Builder

The new Dashboard Builder is a tool that helps you create and customize your Dashboards, which are the graphical interfaces that allow you to visualize and control your Things in Arduino Cloud. You can mix and match different widgets, such as buttons, sliders, switches, gauges, charts, maps, and more, to create beautiful and interactive Dashboards. You can also resize, rearrange, and style your widgets to suit your preferences. You can also access your Dashboards from any device, share them with others, automate them, or control them with voice using Alexa.

New Plans and Pricing

Arduino Cloud has also introduced two new plans and significant free upgrades to the existing ones. The new plans are:

• Free: This plan is ideal for beginners and hobbyists who want to get started with Arduino Cloud and IoT projects. It allows you to create up to 5 Things, 5 Dashboards, and 5 Sketches, and use up to 5 MB of storage. It also supports OTA uploads and Alexa integration.
• Maker: This plan is perfect for makers and enthusiasts who want to take their Arduino Cloud and IoT projects to the next level. It allows you to create up to 25 Things, 25 Dashboards, and 25 Sketches, and use up to 50 MB of storage. It also supports OTA uploads, Alexa integration, and MQTT broker access.
• Professional: This plan is designed for professionals and businesses who need advanced features and support for their Arduino Cloud and IoT projects. It allows you to create unlimited Things, Dashboards, and Sketches, and use unlimited storage. It also supports OTA uploads, Alexa integration, MQTT broker access, custom domains, SSL certificates, and priority support.

You can check the details and pricing of each plan on the Arduino Cloud website¹.

Conclusion

Arduino Cloud is a powerful and easy-to-use platform that enables you to create, control, and monitor your IoT projects from anywhere in the world. It has recently received a major update that brings a lot of new features and improvements to the user experience. Whether you are a beginner, a maker, or a professional, Arduino Cloud has a plan that suits your needs and budget. If you want to learn more about Arduino Cloud and how to use it, you can check the official documentation², tutorials³, and blog posts⁴. You can also sign up for a free account and start creating your own IoT projects today.

References

¹: Arduino Cloud | Build, Control, Monitor Your IoT Projects ²: Arduino Documentation ³: Arduino Cloud Tutorials ⁴: Arduino Blog

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