Compact Dual OLED Display with ESP32-S3 & RP2040 Variants, Open-Source Display

 TouchEye, an innovative dual-round OLED display module designed for developers, makers, and interactive projects. Launched recently on Kickstarter by Vandana Singh, TouchEye offers a compact, feature-rich platform that comes in two versatile variants — one powered by ESP32-S3 and the other by RP2040.

TouchEye is a dual circular touch display module designed to bring vibrant visuals and intuitive touch interaction to your projects. Whether you’re building a robotic face with expressive eyes, a wearable gadget, or an IoT control interface, TouchEye’s round touchscreens provide an innovative and eye-catching user experience.

TouchEye is available in two versions, tailored to fit different project requirements:

1. ESP32-S3 Powered TouchEye – Wireless Connectivity for IoT Projects

The ESP32-S3 variant is ideal for projects requiring wireless connectivity, such as IoT dashboards, remote monitoring interfaces, and smart devices.

Key Specifications:

• Microcontroller: ESP32-S3 WROOM-1 (Dual-core Xtensa LX7 @ 240 MHz)
• Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n & Bluetooth Low Energy (LE)
• Display: Dual 1.28” round touch displays (IPS LCD)
• Resolution: 240 x 240 pixels per display
• Storage: MicroSD card slot for data logging and storage
• User Input:
• Two programmable buttons
• Boot and reset buttons
• Power & Charging:
• USB Type-C interface for programming and power
• Battery connector with charging management
• GPIO Expansion: Breakout pins for connecting additional peripherals
• Extras: Power status LED
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V

2. RP2040 Powered TouchEye – Performance & Simplicity for Embedded Applications

The RP2040 variant offers high-performance dual-core processing in a low-power, cost-effective package, perfect for embedded systems, robotics, and portable devices.

Key Specifications:

• Microcontroller: RP2040 (Dual-core ARM Cortex-M0+ @ 133 MHz)
• Display: Dual 1.28” round touch displays (IPS LCD)
• Resolution: 240 x 240 pixels per display
• Storage: MicroSD card slot for data logging and storage
• User Input:
• Two programmable buttons
• Boot and reset buttons
• Power & Charging:
• USB Type-C interface for programming and power
• Battery connector with charging management
• GPIO Expansion: Breakout pins for connecting additional peripherals
• Extras: Power status LED
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V

With two circular touch displays packed into a tiny footprint, TouchEye is perfect for space-constrained projects where visual output and touch control are key. Both hardware and firmware are fully open-source, giving developers complete freedom to customize and extend the platform for unique applications. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE built-in, the ESP32-S3 version allows wireless interaction with smartphones, tablets, and cloud services. 

TouchEye’s USB Type-C interface supports both power and programming, while the battery connector with charging management allows portable, standalone operation. The MicroSD card slot adds convenient storage for data logging and asset tracking.

TouchEye is currently available for backing on Kickstarter, with early bird pricing starting at just £49. For enthusiasts and professionals looking to scale their projects, combo packs, developer packs, and bulk orders are also available.