It combines a Linux Debian MPU with a real-time MCU in a single unit. The MPU delivers Linux-class computing for high-level tasks, such as running AI inference, managing multimedia, and handling advanced connectivity. The MCU ensures real-time deterministic control for time-critical operations, such as motor actuation, sensor polling, or low-latency signal processing. The dual-brain subsystems are tightly integrated through Arduino's RPC framework, Bridge, enabling seamless communication between them.

"We are honored to be one of the first distributors to carry Arduino's innovative UNO Q," said Mike Slater, vice president of global business development at DigiKey. "This distribution partnership underscores our commitment to delivering the latest new product introductions (NPIs) to our customers and validates DigiKey's global market leadership. We look forward to playing a key role in the successful launch of UNO Q and ensuring its impact is felt throughout the industry."

The UNO Q comes pre-loaded with the Arduino App Lab integrated development environment, which unifies Arduino sketches, Python scripts, and containerized AI models into fully integrated applications, all managed from a single interface. The Arduino App Lab enables the seamless creation and deployment of projects that combine real-time control with advanced processing, redefining how developers, educators, and innovators build applications across embedded systems, Linux, and edge AI.

“By partnering with Arduino on the launch and distribution of the UNO Q, we are empowering our broad global customer base with the ‘Swiss Army knife’ for all developers,” said David Sandys, senior director of technical enablement and engagement at DigiKey. “This powerful multi-tool will help everyone from educators, makers, and startups to enterprise-level customers.”

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