Introducing Newbound.IO
August 3, 2018We are excited to announce the launch of our Newbound.IO website, which is the new home to the Newbound protocol software. Everything you need to get up and running with the Newbound protocol is right there, including a direct download link and comprehensive documentation!
MetaBot Refresh
February 22, 2018The MetaBot has an all new look with Material Design, featuring flexible, modern code editors and a more intuitive flow. Check it out in the video below, and as always you can check out how we did it if you're curious since the source code is included.
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The Blockchain App
December 25, 2017We noticed that a lot of folks seemed to be struggling to get started with blockchain technology, so we decided to make it Toaster Simple™! The new Blockchain application provides a "drop-your-code-in-here" approach to writing blockchain protocols and apps.
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Peer Bot Update
April 12, 2018The Peer Bot's new user interface provides a three dimensional visualization of your personal Newbound Network. Check it out in the video below, and as always you can check out how we did it if you're curious since the source code is included.
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Filebot Video
November 18, 2017This instructional video will walk you through the process of sharing files over the Newbound Network using the Filebot.
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Webcrawler Video
November 18, 2017This instructional video will walk you through the process of downloading resources from a website using the Webcrawler app.
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App Manager Video
November 18, 2017This instructional video will walk you through starting up and configuring your Newbound Network using the App Manager
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No More JAR Files
August 18, 2017The latest edition of the Newbound Network is self-compiling. We’ve done away with JAR files entirely and the whole thing now ships as an executable source archive. Just unzip the archive and double-click the startup script appropriate for your Operating System. Complete transparency and total control… It’s what you’ve been waiting for. The wait is [...]
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Raspberry Pi DVR with noise cancelling motion detection
May 22, 2017Build your own webcam and DVR with noise cancelling motion detection! All you need is a Raspberry Pi, a Raspberry Pi Camera Module, and the Newbound Network software.
No More App Store App
August 18, 2017The venerable App Store app has been retired, as all of its functionality is now contained in the MetaBot app. We’ve also cut some apps from the minimum install to further reduce the footprint. The minimum install of the Newbound Network is now a 10mb download and consists of App Manager, MetaBot, SecurityBot and PeerBot. Don’t worry, the other apps [...]
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Newbound Network Quick Start
April 14, 2017The Newbound Network tools are so powerful, it’s common to mistake them for complicated. Check out how Toaster Simple™ P2P app development and deployment can be with our new hands-on Quick Start tutorial! Click here to Read The Tutorial
Newbound Network Overview Video
February 18, 2017This video guides you through first contact with the Newbound Network, and explains the process of building and distributing your own P2P HTML5 apps. What a difference a few years make! Check out the overview video from 2014 below:
Installing on Raspberry Pi
March 27, 2017We’ve pulled together detailed instructions on how to set up an SD card for your Raspberry Pi. The Raspberry Pi is a remarkable little computer, and the Newbound Network runs great on it. These instructions will guide you through the entire process from blank SD card to a happy Pi on the Newbound Network.
Refocus on Makers and Developers
January 13, 2017Over the last 12 months it’s become clear that our real friends are the makers and developers who love our tools. And looking at the numbers, you’re primarily interested in either HTML5 web development or building a smart-thing without installing a bunch of software and writing a bunch of code. That’s great news for us, [...]
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Desktop Sharing over the Newbound Network
October 31, 2016There are many options today when you want to view or control the Desktop of a remote computer over the internet, but pretty much all of them involve a third party service provider or exposing your computer publicly to the entire internet using your computer's built-in "Remote Desktop" capability. Typically, enabling Remote Desktop over the internet involves [...]
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A New Way To Connect
January 29, 2015Connecting devices safely and securely over the Newbound Network just got even easier! This new video walks you through connecting two devices using our new “create invite” button. Just click the new button, select the groups you want the other device to be in and click “create”. Then copy the generated link and send it [...]
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Instructional Videos
August 13, 2015We’ve created several instructional videos to help you get started using the Newbound Network [...]
Create P2P Apps Using Nothing but HTML and Javascript
January 16, 2015The Newbound Network’s powerful Javascript API enables the creation of powerful HTML5 apps that can communicate directly from browser to browser securely and privately. If you know a little HTML and Javascript, you can create dynamic and powerful P2P apps quickly and easily! This video shows how to create a chat app without the need [...]
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Customizable 404 Page
November 12, 2017One of our most requested features has been the ability to customize the 404 (Page Not Found) page on an instance of the Newbound Network. Now you can! Since this website is powered by the Newbound Network, you can check out our [...]
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Peer Bot Video
November 10, 2014This instructional video will walk you through setting up access codes and connecting to other devices directly and securely over the Newbound Network.
App Store Video
November 10, 2014This instructional video will walk you through the Newbound distributed App Store app, explaining how to download and update apps over the Newbound Network.
Security Bot Video
November 10, 2014This instructional video will walk you through setting up the security for your personal Newbound Network.
Port Forwarding Video
November 10, 2014This video will walk you through sharing a Minecraft server over the Newbound Network using the Port Forwarding app. Also, you can find a non-video tutorial on how to share your Desktop using the Port Forwarding app here.
Email App Video
November 10, 2014This instructional video will walk you through setting up and using the Email app to send and receive email privately and securely over the Newbound Network.
Push To Talk Video
November 10, 2014This instructional video will walk you through using the Push To Talk app to have a private conversation over the Newbound Network.
Announcing the Newbound Network Amazon AMI Image
August 16, 2014The Newbound Network now has an installer for users who want to use it on Amazon Web Services (AWS) EC2 Cloud computers. For new Amazon Web Services users, a AWS Free Tier is offered and we have an AMI Image including the Newbound Network ready to work with that solution. Get your copy while it’s [...]
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Newbound Network Available Now on Android
August 14, 2014Very pleased with our Android app. Totally private and secure Push-To-Talk, File Transfer, Port Forwarding, and Email from your Android phone or tablet. Get your copy while it’s still free!
Overview Video
April 19, 2014This video provides a brief overview of the Newbound Network. Discusses what it is, and walks you through connecting to another device, sharing files and installing new apps. UPDATE 3/27/17 What a difference a few years makes! Check out the updated version here: https://www.newbound.com/blog/post/post-format-video/newbound-network-overview-video/
Build a Web Enabled Powerstrip
February 22, 2016The Web Enabled Powerstrip is our first DIY Maker Project [...]
Announcing the Raspberry Pi Computer SD Card Image
August 16, 2014The Newbound Network now has an installer for users who want to use it on Raspberry Pi computers. Get your copy while it’s still free!
Email Bot released in App Store
May 21, 2014The new Email Bot application has been released in the Newbound App Store. Download it today! Here’s a breif overview of how to configure the Email Bot to send your email securely and privately through the Newbound Network.
Newbound Network Beta Program
April 17, 2014We are proud to announce we have expanded the beta program! Once you sign up, you can download the very latest version of the Newbound Network and get started right away.
