Amsterdam, Netherlands – September 25, 2025 — M5Stack showcased its latest breakthroughs in modular IoT, edge computing, and smart automation at The Things Conference 2025, held at De Kromhouthal, Amsterdam — the world’s leading LoRaWAN and IoT innovation event.
Highlights from the M5Stack Booth
At the exhibition, M5Stack showcased its signature 5x5cm ESP32-based stackable controllers alongside a versatile lineup of expansion units and modules for plug-and-play development. Live demos revealed how our solutions power rapid, scalable IoT applications across smart homes, classrooms, and industrial environments.
Alongside best-selling devices, visitors enjoyed a first look at new and upcoming innovations:
· Cardputer-Adv — The next-generation upgrade to our signature Cardputer, this powerful, credit card-sized computer is built for rapid prototyping, industrial control, and home automation.
· Tab5 — A sleek, intuitive hub for IoT data visualization and management, demonstrated with its forthcoming keyboard accessory.
· StamPLC — A compact, IoT-enabled programmable logic controller for industrial automation and remote monitoring.
· Switch C6 — A single-live-wire smart switch controller featuring an ESP32-C6-MINI-1 wireless SoC and latching relay for IoT-enabled appliances.
· PowerHub — A programmable multi-channel power management controller with ESP32-S3 and precision monitoring, designed for efficient power control in industrial and smart home applications.
Innovative LoRa Solutions
M5Stack also debuted its new LoRa product family, ranging from enterprise-ready LoRaWAN gateways to off-grid Meshtastic devices built for makers, outdoor enthusiasts, and developers. Engineered for low-power, long-range communication, these solutions target applications such as environmental monitoring, smart agriculture, and industrial IoT.
Showcased products included:
· SolarMesh — A waterproof, solar-powered Meshtastic gateway integrating Wi-Fi (ESP32-S3), LoRa (SX1262), and GPS for versatile, off-grid connectivity.
· UnitC6L — An edge-computing LoRa module combining ESP32-C6 MCU with SX1262, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5 (LE) for flexible deployments.
· Atom DTU Terminal — A compact, reliable terminal unit for robust data transmission in distributed networks.
Building the Future Together
Inspiring conversations and hands-on workshops with developers and industry experts highlighted M5Stack’s role in shaping the next wave of IoT solutions. By expanding our modular ecosystem, we aim to empower innovators worldwide to transform ideas into impactful, real-world applications.
About M5Stack
M5Stack is a leading provider of modular, open-source IoT development solutions. Our stackable hardware and intuitive programming platform empower developers and businesses to accelerate innovation and rapidly prototype solutions for IIoT, home automation, smart retail, and STEM education.
September 5, 2025 – M5Stack, a global leader in modular IoT and embedded development platforms, today announced the launch of Cardputer‑Adv, the upgraded model of its popular card‑sized computer series.
Designed for engineers, developers, and tech enthusiasts, Cardputer‑Adv delivers enhanced performance, richer interfaces, and extended battery life — all while keeping the portable elegance of the original Cardputer.
Whether you’re prototyping IoT gadgets, building portable dashboards, testing sensor networks, or creating unique interactive experiences, Cardputer‑Adv is the ultimate pocket‑sized development companion.
Highlights of Cardputer‑Adv
Comparison with Previous Models
A Growing Developer Ecosystem
Cardputer isn’t just hardware — it’s a platform. Alongside the built‑in mini‑programs, users can explore a growing library of community‑developed firmware via M5Burner, enabling instant prototyping for applications like retro gaming, remote control, UI dashboards, cybersecurity tools, and more.
Popular projects such as M5Launcher, Bruce, NEMO, Evil‑Cardputer, Marauder, and Ultimate Remote have each surpassed 10,000+ downloads, inspiring creativity across the Cardputer community.
Beyond M5Stack’s official channels, an active user‑driven community has formed around Cardputer, where enthusiasts share projects, tips, and firmware.
Join the discussions and see what’s possible:
Availability
Cardputer‑Adv is now available via the M5Stack Official Store and authorized global distributors. Order today and start building your next project.
For full details, technical documentation, and project ideas, visit www.m5stack.com.
In today's fast-evolving IoT and smart hardware landscape, a smooth and responsive user interface (UI) has become just as important as core functionality.
M5Stack, continuing to refine its visual programming platform UIFlow2, now officially integrates the powerful LVGL (Light and Versatile Graphics Library) — giving makers and developers the best of both worlds: the speed of visual programming and the freedom of a professional embedded GUI framework.
UIFlow2, built on MicroPython, is designed to lower the barrier for hardware programming. Earlier versions included basic controls and drawing functions — useful for simple projects but less suited for complex UI needs.
LVGL changes the game. It's an open-source, lightweight, cross-platform embedded GUI library with:
With UIFlow2's LVGL integration, developers can start by dragging and dropping blocks, then fine-tune behavior via Python code — moving seamlessly from beginner-friendly to pro-level control.
What's Available Now
UIFlow2 already supports LVGL in its first integration phase:
Whether you're a first-time maker or a seasoned embedded engineer, you can design and deploy interactive UIs faster than ever.
Getting Started in 4 Steps
1. Launch UIFlow2 Web IDE
Power on your M5 device and connect to the UIFLow2 online editor.
2. Enable LVGL Support
Select M5UI in settings to enable related blocks.
3. Add Widgets or Write Code
Block Mode: Drag and drop "Button", "Label" and other controls directly.
Code Mode Example:
import m5ui
import lvgl as lv
import M5
M5.begin()
m5ui.init()
page0 = m5ui.M5Page(bg_c=0xffffff)
button0 = m5ui.M5Button(
text="click me",
x=115,
y=153,
bg_c=0x2196f3,
text_c=0xffffff,
font=lv.font_montserrat_14,
parent=page0
)
label0 = m5ui.M5Label(
"Hello M5!!!",
x=123,
y=82,
text_c=0x000000,
bg_c=0xffffff,
bg_opa=0,
font=lv.font_montserrat_14,
parent=page0
)
page0.screen_load()
After downloading the program to the device, controls will immediately display on the screen and support real-time interaction.
What's Coming Next
We're pushing towards full LVGL integration and a more intuitive design experience:
Ultimately, UIFLow2+LVGL bridges the gap between quick, beginner-friendly prototyping and precise, professional-grade UI development — giving every creator the speed to start and the depth to go further.
