Oct 08, 2025 11:35:00

Qualcomm acquires open-source platform Arduino

Qualcomm has announced that it has acquired Arduino , an Italian open-source electronics platform, for an undisclosed sum. Qualcomm said Arduino will continue to operate microcontrollers and microprocessors with chips from multiple manufacturers while maintaining its independence in brand, tools, and mission.

Qualcomm to Acquire Arduino—Accelerating Developers' Access to its Leading Edge Computing and AI | Qualcomm
https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2025/10/qualcomm-to-acquire-arduino-accelerating-developers--access-to-i

Qualcomm buys open-source electronics firm Arduino | Reuters

https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/qualcomm-buys-open-source-electronics-firm-arduino-2025-10-07/

Qualcomm is acquiring DIY electronics platform Arduino | The Verge
https://www.theverge.com/news/794452/qualcomm-arduino-acquisition-uno-q

Qualcomm explains that the acquisition will combine its edge technology, AI, graphics, and computer vision capabilities with Arduino's simplicity, affordability, and community to enhance developer productivity across industries.

As a first step, the next-generation single-board computer 'Arduino UNO Q' has been announced.

Discover the New Arduino UNO Q: The All-In One Toolbox
https://www.arduino.cc/product-uno-q

UNO Q features a dual-brain architecture, integrating a Linux Debian-compatible microprocessor and a real-time microcontroller to bridge the gap between high-performance computing and real-time control.

The UNO Q, which can run a full Linux environment thanks to its Qualcomm Dragonwing QRB2100 processor, is designed to enable AI-driven visual and audio solutions tailored to the environment, from smart home solutions to industrial automation systems.

UNO Q will be released on October 24, 2025, and pre-orders are being accepted. The price is $44 (approximately 6,710 yen) including tax.

Arduino UNO Q: Buy the new all-in one dev board — Arduino Official Store
https://store.arduino.cc/products/uno-q