Nov. 12, 2025–M5Stack, a global leader in modular IoT and embedded development platforms, today announced Arduino Nesso N1, a compact and powerful development kit co‑engineered with Arduino, the world’s leading open‑source hardware and software company.
Powered by the ESP32‑C6, the Nesso N1 delivers multi‑protocol connectivity including Wi‑Fi® 6, Bluetooth® 5.3, Thread 1.4, Zigbee® 3.0, Matter, and LoRa® (850–960 MHz), all packed into a sleek, pre‑assembled enclosure. With its 1.14‑inch touch display, programmable buttons, IMU, IR transmitter, RGB LED, buzzer, and rechargeable battery, it offers an intuitive and interactive platform for rapid IoT development.
Highlights of Nesso N1
- Powered by the ESP32-C6, a single-core 32-bit RISC-V CPU running up to 160 MHz for efficient, reliable performance
- Equipped with 16 MB Nor Flash and 512 kB SRAM, providing ample memory for IoT applications
- A 1.14″ touchscreen and programmable buttons for easy interaction
- Built-in IMU, IR transmitter, RGB LED, and buzzer
- Powered via rechargeable battery
- Multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth® 5.3, Zigbee 3.0, Matter, LoRa® (850-960MHz)
- Support for Arduino Cloud for remote control and data visualization
- USB-C, Grove, and Qwiic connectors for easy expansion with Arduino Modulino nodes or third-party modules
A Developer-Friendly, Extensible Ecosystem
Nesso N1 delivers robust hardware expandability, allowing developers to easily extend its capabilities through Grove and Qwiic connectors—compatible with Arduino Modulino nodes, third‑party modules, and the full M5Stack sensor‑hat ecosystem. It also integrates seamlessly with Arduino Cloud for remote monitoring and data visualization.
Complementing this is an open and flexible development environment. Developers can start coding with Nesso N1 in their preferred workflow—whether using Arduino IDE, MicroPython, or UiFlow—making it a perfect fit for everything from hobby projects to professional applications.
From plug-and-play compatibility to seamless connectivity and powerful programmability, it’s everything you need in a pocket-sized powerhouse. Check out Nesso N1 on the Arduino Store or explore Arduino Docs for documentation, examples, and specs.
Advancing Innovation Through Collaboration
Arduino Nesso N1 marks a major step forward in the collaborative innovation between M5Stack and Arduino. Designed with the open‑source community in mind, this joint effort expands the ecosystem with a more integrated, flexible, and developer‑centric product experience. The launch of Nesso N1 is expected to inspire new ideas, accelerate project development, and support the diverse needs of developers worldwide.