Blinky 2.0 - Graphics Acceleration on Zephyr RTOS

Explore the evolution of graphics support in Zephyr RTOS and learn about the proposed new subsystem for enabling graphics acceleration in embedded systems. Discover how this conference talk delves into the current state of graphics in Zephyr, discussing the increasing demand for low-power graphics applications in embedded processors. Understand the potential benefits of supporting graphics accelerators present on modern SOCs, including improved performance and power savings. Examine the challenges of implementing a flexible and performant framework to accommodate various accelerator operations and CPU rendering costs. Gain insights into how graphics acceleration support can position Zephyr to compete in markets requiring low power consumption with modern graphics capabilities, such as the wearables segment.

Blinky 2.0: Graphics Acceleration on Zephyr RTOS - Daniel DeGrasse, NXP Semiconductors