Macetech’s ShiftBrite is a high-power RGB LED coupled with an Allegro A6281 backpack. The A6281 uses three 10bit pulse-width modulators to mix millions of colors using the red, green, and blue elements in the RGB LED. Multiple modules can be chained together for bigger projects, like the ShiftBrite table.
Below the break we demonstrate a ShiftBrite module using the Bus Pirate. For a limited time you can get your own Bus Pirate, fully assembled and shipped worldwide, for only $30.

ShiftBrite RGB LED module (Macetech, $4.99). ShiftBrite datasheet and example code, Allegro A6281 datasheet (PDF).
The ShiftBrite module is…

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Nairobi International Youth Hostel
“Simply the best location for budget travelers in Nairobi’’
Conveniently located in a safe and friendly neighbourhood, attractive prices and a pleasant atmosphere.
Situated 3km south-west of the city center, the hostel makes a good base for visiting Nairobi National Wildlife Park, the National and Railway museums and the open air Maasai Market. There is capacity…