Tachyon: The Game-Changing 5G-Enabled SBC from Particle

 If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology and IoT innovation, you’ll want to pay close attention to Tachyon, the latest breakthrough from Particle. Currently making waves on Kickstarter, Tachyon is a single-board computer (SBC) that combines the power of a mid-range smartphone with an advanced AI accelerator—all packed into a compact, credit card-sized board.

Key Features of Tachyon:

• Unmatched Performance: Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon QCM6490, Tachyon features an octa-core CPU, GPU, and a 12 TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU). This setup ensures top-notch performance for AI and machine learning tasks, making it ideal for edge and IoT applications.

• Compact and Powerful: Despite its small size, Tachyon delivers substantial computing power. It comes equipped with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of Universal Flash Storage (UFS), with a new version available boasting 8GB RAM and 128GB storage.

• Cutting-Edge Connectivity: Tachyon supports Wi-Fi 6E and 5G (mmWave/Sub-6GHz), ensuring rapid and reliable internet access. It also includes a range of peripheral interfaces like USB-C, PCIe Gen 3, and MIPI CSI/DSI, along with GPIO compatibility for Raspberry Pi HATs.

• Seamless Integration: Running Linux (Ubuntu), Tachyon offers robust support for IoT applications. It enables developers to start sending data to the cloud within minutes of unboxing, thanks to Particle’s full-stack Platform-as-a-Service, which simplifies connectivity and device management.

Tachyon has now hit $300K+ on @Kickstarter from 1.5K+ backers!

We plan to announce another feature upgrade next week, plus provide more HATs/add-ons to help you build whatever you want with our SBC.

Oh, and one more thing, we're letting it ride at $149! https://t.co/nTlmnQVILP pic.twitter.com/rnztn0Dpmp

— Particle (@particle) August 16, 2024

Why Tachyon Stands Out:

1. AI-Optimized Performance: The 12 TOPS NPU accelerates machine learning models, making Tachyon suitable for applications like computer vision and audio identification.

2. Versatile Peripheral Support: With multiple high-speed interfaces and compatibility with a wide range of sensors and displays, Tachyon provides flexibility for diverse use cases.

3. Robust Connectivity: Beyond just cellular and Wi-Fi, Tachyon’s built-in support for cutting-edge communication technologies ensures you’re ready for the latest in IoT networking.

4. Developer-Friendly: The use of Linux (Ubuntu) over Android provides better support for headless operations and low-level device access, ideal for IoT projects where efficiency and control are crucial.

Back the Project:

Early bird prices for Tachyon start at $149, with an expected retail price of $249. Particle plans to begin shipping early units in January 2025. If you’re excited about the future of IoT and AI, check out the Tachyon Kickstarter campaign and secure your own piece of this revolutionary technology.

Learn more and back the campaign here: Tachyon on Kickstarter