The Arduino ... board boasts over other small form factor boards is on-board USB-C, which is definitely a perk as more and more devices switch away from the various forms of older USB-type plugs.

The project uses a stock DuinoFun USB mini host shield with a modification to allow it to work on 5V. An Arduino mini pro provides the brains. A FT-232 USB to serial board is used to program the ...

The recommended input for most Arduino models when powered via non-USB means is 7 to 12V ... it can lead to problems with your board and circuit. A voltage lower than the required rating might ...