The compact Capes offer a TFT touch development a solution without the need for additional breakout boards. Each Cape features all necessary components including Newhaven Display’s brilliant 7.0” TFT with capacitive touch. The sizable 7.0" display area on the TFT provides ample real-estate for touch interactivity. The capacitive touch panel that comes standard on the 7.0" BeagleBone Capes supports 5-point simultaneous touch input and gestural functionality. By integrating touch technology with the BeagleBone Black board, the user can take full advantage of the built-in touch capabilities of operating systems such as Linux or Android. The on-board hardware of the 7.0" BeagleBone Capes was designed to optimize usability with the BeagleBone Black. There are secondary headers to attach additional Capes if desired, enabling expansion of the product development. Mounting the display is made easy by the four 3.5 mm mounting holes compatible with standard M3 screws. The board’s reset button allows for easy access to BeagleBone Black’s reset function which is covered by the Cape and the on-board dip switch for configuring EEPROM allows the user to customize the memory however desired. A power LED indicator and write protection pins are integrated, as well as PWM backlight control. These features make the 7.0" Capes an ideal companion to the BeagleBone Black.