10 millionth Raspberry Pi sold

The Raspberry Pi Foundation has celebrated the sale of the 10 millionth Raspberry Pi computer at an event at the UK House of Commons, hosted by Minister of State for Digital and Culture Matt Hancock.

Distributor element14 was happy to join in on the celebrations, having partnered with the Raspberry Pi Foundation since 2012 and sold over 6.5 million units during this time. The company also has an exclusive customisation service for the Raspberry Pi for customers in industry.

“This has been an incredible journey,” said Chris Breslin, chief product officer at element14. “The Raspberry Pi began as something special for the education and maker market. Now, the Raspberry Pi has been embraced by industry and element14 has a successful customisation program focused on this market.”

Claire Doyle, global head of Raspberry Pi for element14, added: “We’re delighted to be celebrating another major milestone with our friends at the Raspberry Pi Foundation, so soon after Raspberry Pi’s fourth birthday and the launch of the Pi3 Model B in February.

“As the leading manufacturer and distributor of the Raspberry Pi, element14 have manufactured and sold over 6.5 million Raspberry Pi boards and millions more accessories. We are thrilled to see this amazing product get into the hands of more and more customers worldwide.”