Prerequisites
The following items are used throughout this chapter and will be needed to complete the project:
- Raspberry Pi 2 Model B: This is the latest addition to the Raspberry Pi family. It has replaced the previous Pi 1 Model B+. The previous model should work fine for the purpose of the projects covered in this book.
- MicroSD card: The Raspberry Pi Foundation recommends using an 8 GB class 6 microSD card.
- Android device: The device should have at least a 1.5 or higher Android version, which is required by the app used in this chapter. In some of the exciting projects that follow, we will need Android 4.3 or later versions.
- HDMI cable: This will be used to connect the Pi to a screen for initial set up.
- Ethernet cable: This will be used for network connections.
- Computer: This will be used to copy the Raspbian OS on to the microSD card.
- USB mouse: This will be used during initial setup.
The following image shows the Raspberry Pi 2 Model B:
Raspberry Pi 2 Model B
