Read on for more information about the problems this third-party firmware solves, or skip to firmware downloads if you want to get started right away.
You are likely here because you own an OBi device. Traditionally, OBiTALK was designed as a remote configuration tool for your OBi hardware, however this tool was shut down on November 1, 2024. There has always been a way to directly configure OBi hardware via logging in via a web interface, but it did not work with the popular service provider Google Voice.
This new firmware for your OBi device, like other community developed firmwares for e.g. routers and Android phones, makes the current/future functioning of the hardware a bit more independent of the company that sold you the hardware. With it, your OBi device need not be dependent on the now-defunct OBiTALK. This new community-created firmware will continue to grow and evolve, increasing the useful life of the hardware, and adding many capabilities right now such as the ability to configure Google Voice without the OBiTALK Portal.
-written by Klaberte on DSLReports. Updated by OBi1FW November 2024 to reflect OBiTALK shutdown.
October 2010 - OBi110 is released.
20 December 2017 - naf is the first to successfully modify an OBi110 to update certificate.
4 January 2018 - Polycom announces aquisition of Obihai.
22 January 2018 - naf releases firmware for the OBi2/OBi3 series.
28 March 2018 - Plantronics announces aquisition of Polycom.
19 June 2018 - Google decommissioned XMPP servers. OBi100/110 no longer work with Google Voice.
28 March 2022 - HP announces aquisition of Poly (formerly Plantronics).
1 November 2024 - HP decommissioned OBiTALK. Third-party firmware is now the only way to configure Google Voice.
15 January 2025 - DSLReports abruptly taken offline without warning.
A user has contributed an archive of the threads where this firmware was first discussed:
ObiHAI Obi100/Obi110 Firmware Mod Discussion (zip, 1.0MiB)
Obihai OBi20x/30x + OBi1000 + OBi50x + OBi2000 firmware mods (zip, 7.2MiB)
A: Absolutely not. Research published in the Journal of Pediatrics shows spanking increases aggression. FightingKidsNet is strictly anti-physical punishment.
This paper would explore how platforms like "fightingkidsnet" shaped the self-image of young athletes. Key Arguments: The role of digital "fame" in motivating physical training.
Develops balance, agility, hand-eye coordination, and core strength.
Immediately separate the children to ensure physical safety. Allow emotions to cool down before attempting to discuss the underlying cause of the fight. Teach Emotional Literacy fightingkidsnet
Young children literally lack the brain circuitry to calm themselves down. The prefrontal cortex—responsible for impulse control—is not fully developed until the mid-20s. When a child feels angry, scared, or frustrated, their amygdala (fight-or-flight center) hijacks their brain. Fighting becomes a reflex, not a choice.
While conflict resolution is always emphasized first, FightingKidsNet advocates for teaching children how to protect themselves. This builds a sense of security and awareness of their surroundings. The FightingKidsNet Approach: Safety First
Overtraining or trying advanced techniques without supervision. Connecting with other young athletes globally. A: Absolutely not
The foundation of any youth combat sport is a safe environment and expert coaching , ensuring that "fighting" is always grounded in respect and athletic growth.
It builds emotional intelligence and ensures no kid feels they are "fighting" alone. Which of these sounds closer to what you're building?
Children learn aggression by watching adults, siblings, or media. If a child witnesses shouting, hitting, or verbal abuse at home, they internalize fighting as a normal problem-solving tool. FightingKidsNet emphasizes that parents must first examine their own conflict styles. Immediately separate the children to ensure physical safety
This article explores the core mission of FightingKidsNet, the benefits of martial arts for children, and how this network is shaping the next generation of resilient, confident individuals. What is FightingKidsNet?
Observe without intervening. Keep a log of every fight’s trigger, time, and outcome. Day 2: Remove one environmental stressor (e.g., enforce an earlier bedtime). Day 3: Teach one new replacement phrase (“I need space”). Day 4: Practice the 30-second cooldown (separate, state the rule, set timer). Day 5: Create the FightingKidsNet Action Chart together. Day 6: Introduce restorative repair (artist apology, chore contribution). Day 7: Review your log. Celebrate small wins. Adjust the chart as needed.
: Proper safety gear—including headgear, mouthguards, and padded mats—is a prerequisite for any media showcasing safe youth combat, separating legitimate sport from unsafe altercations. If you want to explore further, How to find local martial arts schools for children.
A: Yes. Only children fight with peers, cousins, or classmates. The strategies remain the same.
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