It’s now only a few more days until this year’s RISC OS London Show, which will take place on Saturday, 25th October, at the Harrow District Masonic Centre – and last night was the latest RISC OS User Group of London (ROUGOL) meeting, at which RISCOSbits gave us a teaser of what to expect from them at the show.
So here’s a more detailed run down directly from the horse’s mouth RISCOSbits keyboard:
We are pleased to announce that RISCOSbits will be exhibiting at the RISC OS London Show on Saturday, 25th October 2025. As a continuation of our commitment to providing high-quality, great value and innovative RISC OS systems, we’re bringing along a full range of new and improved products for users of all levels – from casual tinkerers to serious power users.
Pre-built systems to take away
You’ll be able to get hands-on with our most advanced systems to date, including the blazingly fast FIRE systems with capacity for up to four full speed SATA SSDs (potentially 8TB of RISC OS format storage!), our sleek and compact VENOM, eNVY.Me and PiRO Qube NVMe machines.
You’ll also be able to get your hands on one of our new FAST NVMe XL systems, upgraded to 8GB of useable RAM! Good luck trying to use all that!
The DIY Range
We’re also excited to show off our DIY product range – a collection of hands-on kits that let you build your very own RISC OS computer. Whether you’re a seasoned hardware builder or just fancy getting under the hood, there’s something here for you.
Our entry-level system offers a compact 85mm x 110mm design, powered by a 2GHz CPU and 2GB RAM, with 128GB NVMe storage and a 32GB SD card to run RISC OS from. It’s simple, snappy, and just £119 – a great way to get started.
For those who want a little more flexibility, our mid-range kit expands to a 140mm x 120mm footprint and includes a more versatile selection of ports, 32GB of eMMC storage, 128GB of NVMe storage and USB-C and barrel jack power options – ideal for more advanced projects.
At the top end of the range is our DIY powerhouse system, featuring a 2GHz CPU, 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC, a 256GB NVMe drive, and a custom designed wooden case that you can finish and personalise yourself. It’s the ideal choice for users who want customisability without sacrificing power or style.
All kits come with pre-configured software, essential components, clear instructions, and zero soldering required. Just add your own screwdriver – and maybe a cup of tea!
For more details, see our newly revamped and consolidated website at www.riscosbits.co.uk
Showcases at RISC OS London
We’ll also be lifting the lid on two exciting new developments currently in the works. First up is a brand new dual-OS computer system, mini.BOB. This little beast synergises the best hardware elements of Linux and RISC OS into one seriously powerful unit, all within a tidy, ultra-small footprint case. If you’ve ever dreamed of a seamless crossover between two platforms in a compact and efficient package, this might just be it.
We’ll be demonstrating the results of our ongoing work in enhancing NVMe functionality across the RISC OS platform. Rather than just chasing numbers, we’ve been focusing on real-world usability and integration – from more reliable file handling and faster boot times to improved support for large storage volumes and smoother performance under pressure. At the show, you’ll be able to see how NVMe, when properly harnessed, makes RISC OS feel more modern, stable, and capable than ever before.
All the rest!
We’ll have our custom wood panelled ITX cases available to take away. In either 5 litre or 8 litre capacity, these beautiful little cases make your otherwise anonymous systems really stand out. Designed as a DIY kit, they come as both a fully matt acrylic case or one with wooden front and top panels, also adding a two port USB header converter. Ideal for CM4IO based systems.
And if you want a flash but quality keyboard for your RISC OS needs, we’ll have some on sale that will literally flash – if you ask them to!
With individually backlit and near-silent Cherry Red MX keys, you can emulate the Retro look of an A3000. And with a few keystrokes, an A3010! That’s right, you can colour each individual key to whatever colour you want.
And, of course, we’ve got a couple of other developments we’ve been quietly refining in the background – ideas and innovations that have kept us excited at RISCOSbits HQ, and we can’t wait to share. Maybe even a throwback to 2006, “adjusted” for the modern 32bit world. Don’t get over-excited though, this might just be a one-off. Unless you ask nicely!
We’ll be showing off, for you to order on the day at special Show prices, our ECOS and ECOfile range of companion systems, to enhance your RISC OS experience by using the best of other OSes.
We’ll also have a selection of clearance stock at bargain prices, some lovely stickers and badges, also available at special low prices. Plus a few other decorative items that we’ll share in due course.
Whether you’re a long-time RISC OS veteran or completely new to the scene, the RISC OS London Show is the perfect opportunity to see the latest developments, chat with us, and explore what RISCOSbits has to offer. We’re excited to bring something for everyone – and we look forward to seeing you all in Harrow!
Andy has also provided a clutch of pictures, so I’ll just throw those in here at the end:
At first glance, RISCOSbits might seem to be sailing a little close to the wind with that name, but it does actually say Pi9 rather than A9!
