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.