Michael Robinson

Armbian Development Highlights: June 2–9, 2025
This week’s Armbian updates focused on kernel improvements, bootloader modernization, and several core enhancements to the build infrastructure. Key work spanned platforms like Rockchip, Sunxi, and Odroid, emphasizing kernel stability and broader compatibility across boards.
Kernel Upgrades
Several boards received kernel updates:
Rockchip 32-bit edge kernel bumped to 6.15 in PR #8262 by paolosabatino. SpacemiT platforms updated to 6.6.93 in PR #8274 by pyavitz. Odroid XU4 kernel upgraded to 6.6.93 via PR #8277 by belegdol. Patches also landed to adapt Wi-Fi drivers to 6.15-era changes, including fixes for xradio and uwe5622 on Sunxi, contributed by The-going:
sunxi: xradio – Switch from del_timer_sync to timer_delete_sync uwe5622: Fix timer API changes for 6.15 Bootloader and U-Boot Work
Improvements were made to bootloader support:
Tinkerboard 2 now uses U-Boot v2025.04 (PR #8268 by hyx0329). RK3328 boards gained setexpr support in U-Boot v2022.04/07 (PR #8260 by djurny). Build System Changes
Several build system enhancements landed this cycle:
PR #8276 by Ayush1325 prevented unintentional conversion of built-in kernel drivers to modules. A new helper function chroot_sdcard_custom_with_apt_logic was introduced in PR #8245 by rpardini, streamlining SD card build logic. PR #8279 by igorpecovnik removed obsolete Trixie package references. Networking Improvements
PR #8259 and commit cdf71df by djurny expanded DHCP configuration in netplan to automatically include interfaces matching lan* and wan*, simplifying initial setup across devices.
Miscellaneous
Signing key backward compatibility was preserved in PR #8282 and commit aa5526a by igorpecovnik. Commit 0f43036 reworked prepare-host.sh after review. Contributors This Week
Ayush1325 The-going djurny igorpecovnik pyavitz belegdol hyx0329 rpardini paolosabatino The post Armbian Weekly Updates first appeared on Armbian.
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Hi,
 
without owning this board, chatgpt is pointing out to an initialisation issue of the bluetooth system caused by the GPIO pin not being correctly handled at boot.
[ 6.024062] WCN: marlin chip en dummy pull up -- need manually set GPIO The correct solution would be to handle the init in the dtb file, but you can try the following systemd initialisation as a workaround to see if it works.
 
Create (as root) the following service file /etc/systemd/system/bt-gpio.service with the contents:
[Unit] Description=Enable GPIO for Bluetooth chip Before=bluetooth.service [Service] Type=oneshot ExecStart=/bin/sh -c 'echo 225 > /sys/class/gpio/export || true; echo out > /sys/class/gpio/gpio225/direction; echo 1 > /sys/class/gpio/gpio225/value' [Install] WantedBy=multi-user.target Then enable it (as root):
systemctl daemon-reexec systemctl daemon-reload systemctl enable bt-gpio.service Reboot and check if the bluetooth starts correctly. Post the boot log if it does not.
 

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 v25.5.1 for Orange Pi Zero2W running Armbian Linux 6.12.23-current-sunxi64
 Packages:     Ubuntu stable (noble)
 Updates:      Kernel upgrade enabled and 17 packages available for upgrade
 Support:      DIY (community maintained)
 IPv4:         (LAN) 192.168.***.***, 192.168.***.*** (WAN) ***.***.***.***
 IPv6:         ***
 Performance:  
 Load:         11%               Up time:       4 min    Local users:   3                
 Memory usage: 24% of 1.93G      
 CPU temp:     45°C                Usage of /:   10% of 58G        
 Commands:
 Configuration : armbian-config
 Upgrade       : armbian-upgrade
 Monitoring    : htop
orangepi@orangepizero2w:~$
 
It boots into xfce wifi works, eth works and hdmi work.
2gb board with keyboard plugged into expansion board.
 

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 v25.5.1 for Orange Pi Zero3 running Armbian Linux 6.12.23-current-sunxi64
 Packages:     Ubuntu stable (noble)
 Support:      DIY (community maintained)
 IPv4:         (LAN) 192.168.***.*** (WAN) ***.***.***.***
 IPv6:         ***
 Performance:  
 Load:         4%               Up time:       16 min    Local users:   3                
 Memory usage: 45% of 971M       Zram usage:    47% of 485M       
 CPU temp:     46°C                Usage of /:   11% of 58G        
 RX today:     98 MiB            
 Commands:
 Configuration : armbian-config
 Monitoring    : htop
*** System restart required ***
 Some packages require a reboot (gnome-shell)
orangepi@orangepizero3:~$

Yes. And we will keep fork maintained as long as possible.
https://community.home-assistant.io/t/feedback-requested-deprecating-core-supervised-i386-armhf-armv7/880968/313

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Armbian Images for Raspberry Pi Now on Official RPi Imager
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View Commit switch current u-boot to v2025.01
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View Commit Fixed errors and warnings found in journald
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View Commit MBa8MPxL: update linux-tqma-current config
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View Commit ZRAM config: suppress errors when kernel support is not there
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Hi,
 
your patch fails because the file rk3399-orangepi-4-lts.dts does not exist in the mainline kernel(s) you tried to build.
Maybe previously you appplied it against the vendor kernel?

This forum has very little to do with openwrt - try here https://forum.openwrt.org/

Dear Armbians, welcome to this week’s newsletter! Here, you’ll find updates on the latest release and community contributions.
New Additions and Improvements
1. TQMa Configuration Update
Enabled SQUASHFS_XZ: This feature uses XZ compression to optimize storage, which is particularly useful for systems where space is limited. XFCE AccountsService Support: XFCE now includes user profile management, enhancing usability and personalization for those using this desktop environment. 2. Rockchip64-6.11 Kernel Enhancements
WiFi/BT Patch for Orange Pi 3B v1.1: The UWE5622 WiFi and Bluetooth are now supported on Orange Pi 3B v1.1, offering more connectivity options. Kernel Patch Rewrite: This update brings increased stability to Rockchip devices through a refined patching approach. Documentation and Linux Rockchip Updates
Our Armbian Documentation has been updated with a focus on clarity and accessibility. These refinements are aimed at providing smoother setup experiences for both new and advanced users, making Armbian more user-friendly.
Additionally, recent changes in the Armbian Linux Rockchip repository bring improved compatibility and performance optimizations for Rockchip-based boards. Updates include kernel refinements, enhanced driver support, and stability improvements for a better user experience on Rockchip hardware.
Armbian Config: The Next Geneneration Bash Configuration API
Armbian Config Next generation with API capabilities offers versatile configuration management with JSON, TUI, CLI, and API support. This feature simplifies system setup, network configuration, and software installation, making deployment across environments more flexible. Armbian Config Next generation is especially beneficial for larger-scale configurations, enhancing automation support. Check it out on GitHub.
Italian Mirror for Armbian Hosted by Atomo Networks
Thanks to Atomo Networks, we now have a new, low-power Armbian mirror based in Italy. This addition enhances access speeds and availability for south European users, providing a more sustainable and reliable download experience for community members. This is part of Armbian’s commitment to building a strong global support network.
Workflow Automation and Pull Request Improvements
To streamline development, Armbian has implemented several updates:
Refined PR Labeling: Labels are now applied to opened, reopened, and synchronized PRs, making it easier to track status quickly. Automated Status Sync: Board configuration statuses are now synchronized automatically. Approval Workflow: Approved PRs get a “Ready to Merge” label, while new PRs are tagged “Need Review” for prioritized handling. The maintainer function has been centralized in the main build repository, simplifying management. Join the Armbian Community
Armbian thrives on community involvement. Your contributions are crucial to sustaining this vibrant ecosystem. Whether you’re an experienced developer or just getting started, there’s always a way to contribute.
Thank you for your continued support.
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