There’s nothing quite like a nice, simple hack. This serial servo controller uses a PIC12C671 and a pair of resistors. Leaving out the power supply, that’s the lowest part count I’ve ever seen.

When I’m working, it’s a good bet that that I’ve got music playing. Which is why I’m such a big fan of OS X add-ons for controlling iTunes. Besides my favorite, Cover Sutra, we’ve covered Synergy, ...