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Between April 11 and 19, Khadas showcased new innovations including the Mind portable workstation, Tea magnetic headphone amp & DAC, VIM series open-source Single Board Computers, and the new Mind Graphics external graphics dock at the Hong Kong Global Sources Consumer Electronics Show and the Canton Fair. A Different "Mind"A Different "Mini" Since its 2023 launch, the Khadas Mind has gained acclaim for its compact size, modular expansion capabilities, and versatility. Highlighted as the standout product at the exhibition, it has won the 2024 iF Design Award and the German Red Dot Design Award. XDA Developer, a leading tech outlet, named it the top product of September 2023, praising it for redefining the mini PC category. The ingeniously designed Khadas Mind is remarkably compact, measuring just a quarter of an A4 paper's size and weighing only 450g, epitomizing minimalism and portability. Performance-wise, it supports up to a 13th generation Intel Core™ i7 1360P processor and 32GB of memory, effortlessly handling large software applications and multitasking, making it a powerhouse mobile workstation. The Khadas Mind also includes an SSD expansion slot for customizable storage upgrades. It features a 5.55 Wh standby battery that supports up to 25 hours of standby time, allowing users to move the device without shutting it down. When disconnected from power, the system automatically enters sleep mode and quickly wakes up once reconnected, facilitating seamless transitions across various use scenarios and external modules. The Khadas Mind features the Mind Link, a high-speed patented interface that allows seamless switching between various expansion modules within the Mind ecosystem. As an independent device, it already meets the demands of most office users. With additional expansion modules, Khadas Mind adapts to applications requiring enhanced functionality and GPU performance, demonstrating its versatility and adaptability. Mind Graphics At the exhibition, Khadas introduced their latest innovation, the Mind Graphics external graphics card dock, which attracted significant attention. Equipped with a desktop-class NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 Ti graphics card, Mind Graphics offers a substantial performance boost, adeptly handling GPU-intensive tasks such as AIGC, creative design, video rendering, and major gaming applications. The Mind Graphics dock stands out with its meticulous and compact design, occupying just 2.5 liters of desk space. Its sleek exterior and minimal wiring contribute to a clean and minimalist desktop setup. Featuring Khadas's self-developed Mind Link interface, it provides an ultra-high data transfer rate of 128 GT/s—four times that of Thunderbolt 4—offering not only ample bandwidth for the external graphics card but also enhanced expandability. Mind Graphics is well-equipped with multiple I/O interfaces, including USB-C, Thunderbolt 4/3, and USB4 ports, ensuring extensive expandability. It also supports 85W PD fast charging, eliminating the need for an additional power adapter and allowing connected laptops or other devices to recharge with just one data cable. With its powerful performance enhancements and comprehensive connectivity options, Khadas Mind effectively transforms into a robust mobile workstation. The Mind Graphics external graphics dock is currently available for pre-sale internationally, with a domestic pre-sale set to begin in June. Product Design as the Advantage, User Experience as the Core This time around, Khadas also showcased their Khadas Maker and Music series, drawing significant visitor interest with their exquisite industrial design. Khadas Maker Seriers： The VIM 4 is a powerful open-source sngle board computer (SBC) powered by the Amlogic A311D2. It features a 2.2GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A73 and a 2.0GHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A53, supplemented by an STM32G031K6 microprocessor for enhanced processing power. It supports advanced video capabilities including 4K UI, 8K 24fps decoding, 4K 50fps H.264 and H.265 encoding, and multi-video decoding up to 4K×2K@60fps + 1×1080P@60fps. With 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM at 2016MHz, the VIM 4 handles memory-intensive applications with ease, making it ideal for tasks requiring significant computational power and memory. Khadas Music Seriers: The Tea is a compact, portable headphone amplifier and DAC, featuring a magnetic attachment design compatible with various iPhone models that use MagSafe. Despite weighing only 73.5g, its battery can deliver up to 8 hours of music playback on a single charge. Equipped with the ES9281AC Pro DAC, it supports multiple mainstream music formats such as DSD and offers a high-fidelity, lossless audio experience. The Tea dynamically adapts to impedance loads ranging from 8Ω to 300Ω, allowing professional-grade Hi-Fi headphones to be used immediately upon connection without manual adjustments. User Needs Guide Khadas' Direction of Exploration Khadas' product design is firmly centered on user needs, dedicated to delivering superior designs and comfortable user experiences. At recent fairs, we engaged deeply with numerous users and partners, gathering valuable feedback on their product usage. Committed to our philosophy of continuous innovation, Khadas is determined to provide users with an expanding array of improved products and services. Useful links Khadas Online Documentation Khadas Community Forum Khadas Mind Documentations Khadas Add-Ons Guide Thank you for reading this blog update! As always, please send us all your thoughts and feedback through the Khadas Community Forum! Warmly, Khadas Team

Hi All, It has been quite some time since our last update, and I am thrilled to share some exciting achievements regarding the Khadas Mind Project. Khadas Mind has emerged as a winner of this year's prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD! We have successfully completed the shipment process of the Mind Leather Case for a select group of winners. For further information and a comprehensive list of recipients, please refer to the link here. We’ve completed the Engineering Verification Test phase of Mind Graphics and transitioned into the mold manufacturing of the Design Verification Test phase. More details as followed. Mind Graphics Pre-sale is Now Live! Mind Graphics pre-sale has officially kicked off! As one of the smallest yet most powerful eGPU solutions, it promises an unparalleled visual experience for gaming and creative endeavors. Pre-sale Benefits Discounted Price: During the pre-sale period, you can reserve Mind Graphics at the special price of $899, a $100 discount from the retail price of $999. This is our special thank-you to our early supporters. Priority Shipping: All pre-sale orders will enjoy priority shipping, second only to the crowdfunding orders. We'll prioritize shipping to crowdfunding backers to ensure they receive and experience Mind Graphics first. Once crowdfunding orders are fulfilled, pre-sale orders will promptly follow. Expected Shipping Date: Pre-sale orders for Mind Graphics are anticipated to ship in June. * Please note that actual shipping times may be subject to production and logistics factors; please refer to the final shipping notification for confirmation. Overall Progress Here's a summary of Mind Graphics' development journey over the past few months: As of now, we're delighted to announce that we’ve completed the Engineering Verification Test (EVT) phase and transitioned into the mold manufacturing of the Design Verification Test (DVT) phase. Next, we plan to unveil the latest prototype in March and complete the first round of trial production in April. We'll continue to strive for mass production and delivery by June, ensuring timely delivery to each of our supportive users. Detailed Development Progress During the EVT phase, our R&D team made fine adjustments to the product's structure and appearance, aiming to further enhance Mind Graphics' overall performance and visual appeal. Optimized Cooling for Sustained Performance Through rigorous testing and validation, we optimized the cooling solution to ensure consistent framerates during prolonged gaming sessions, fully taking advantage of  the power of the GeForce RTX 4060 Ti graphics card without thermal throttling. Key optimizations in the cooling system include: Adoption of larger turbo fans with increased air pressure and volume. Improved airflow channel structure. Use of higher-quality cooling materials. Performance Showcase FurMark GPU Stress Test Here are the specifics of thermal performance in two scenarios when running the intensive FurMark GPU stress test: Scenario A Ambient temperature: 22°C Fan speed: 3500 RPM GPU full load temperature: 75°C Scenario B Ambient temperature: 22°C Fan speed: 3900 RPM GPU full load temperature: 70°C 3DMark Time Spy Benchmark Score Compared to the previously disclosed score (October 2023, 10994 points, from Mind Graphics Update #2), there has been a significant improvement in performance. Gaming & Rendering Demonstration Here is a real-time demo video of Mind Graphics running demanding games and rendering tasks, including: Cyberpunk 2077 Forza Horizon 4 GTA V Stable Diffusion Random Render Aesthetic Refinement & Feature Testing We've meticulously polished and fine-tuned the product's appearance to achieve an even more elegant look, staying true to the Khadas' design language. Refinements include: Fingerprint reader and volume button relocated to the left side. Dual microphone array relocated to the left side. Speaker relocation from both sides to the front. * Please note that the final product's appearance and physical form may be subject to change. Additionally, we've successfully completed testing and validation of the following features: Mind Link to support PCIe 4.0 × 8 bandwidth  When connected to Mind 2023 via Mind Link, Mind Graphics functions at PCIe 4.0 × 4 bandwidth. We're actively dedicated to the development of the next generation of Mind products, which could support a maximum of PCIe 4.0 × 8 bandwidth. USB4 interface support  We’ve achieved error-free transmission of Thunderbolt signals, allowing laptops and desktops with Thunderbolt  to connect to the Mind Graphics, significantly enhancing their graphics processing performance. Other interface updates   USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, 2.5Gbps Ethernet port, Display Port 1.4a, HDMI 2.1, and other interfaces are now fully functional, allowing connections to external devices such as mice, keyboards, and monitors. The development journey of Mind Graphics is filled with passion, innovation, and an unwavering pursuit of quality. And we feel truly honored to share this enthusiasm with you. Once again, thank you for your ongoing support, and in return, we'll continue to strive to present a product that goes beyond your expectations. We look forward to your first meeting with Mind Graphics! Useful links Khadas Online Documentation Khadas Community Forum Khadas Mind Documentations Khadas Add-Ons Guide Thank you for reading this blog update! As always, please send us all your thoughts and feedback through the Khadas Community Forum! Warmly, Khadas Team

Dear Khadas Community! In 2021, a user on our forums asked when the Tone series would become open source. With a gracious heart, we would like to announce that both the Tone2 and Multichannel Audio Module are open source products! This update was created in response to requests and feedback from you. We’re glad to be of service to the Khadas Community! Open Source Audio Products: Tone2 Multichannel Audio Module Our Open Source Vision: Inspire user’s creativity and gather valuable feedback for product improvements. Encourage more developers and creators to participate in making audio products. Tone2, a Hi-Fi Mini Desktop DAC Tone2’s Open-Source Documentation: MCU XMOS Tone2’s Compatible Accessories： BT Magic T2V Extension With the above documentation, Makers with industrial design capabilities can make their own custom enclosures for Tone2; those with software and hardware development capabilities can combine the Tone2 with their own products to increase the functionality and user experience. For example, the current Tone2 firmware doesn’t support audio out via the S/PDIF connector. Users can add this function with the provided documentation. Multichannel Audio Module Open-source materials include: MCU With the above documentation, Makers with relevant hardware/production experience can produce customized PCBAs; those with software and hardware development capabilities can integrate the Multi Channel Audio Module into their own products using the various existing interfaces and functions, to improve the overall functionality and user experience. For example, the Multi Channel Audio Module can be connected to a device with I2S output (not limited to Tone2) for decoding output, or more output channels can be added by combining multiple Multi Channel Audio Module. Useful links Khadas Online Documentation Khadas Community Forum Thank you for reading this blog update! As always, please send us all your thoughts and feedback through the Khadas Community Forum! Warmly, Khadas Team

VIM Series VIM4 A311D2, 8GB LPDDR4X + HDMI Input VIM3L S905D3, HDMI eARC + 1.2 TOPS NPU VIM3 A311D + 5.0 TOPS NPU, Accelerate A.I VIM1S S905Y4, AV1 4K60 Decoding Compare VIM Series Find your ideal vim companion, for your next project! [1] WOL: Power-on or wake up the SBC remotely over LAN through an app or webpage. [2] Switch between "1-lane PCIe and USB 2.0" or just "USB 3.0". [3] The MIPI-TX/RX interface can be configured to function as a secondary MIPI-DSI, by default it is MIPI-CSI. [4] Battery module requires a built-in charging circuit; the Juice Board has this circuit built-in. [5] The USB-C port on the top side has USB 3.0 & PD, the other USB-C port under the board only supports USB PD.

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ODM Service Professional Let our engineers translate your product ideas into engineering requirements. Quality We only use the highest quality SMT components to ensure your product reliability. Efficient We aim to provide you the best balance between price, time and product quality. Available Guaranteed to always be able to manufacture your product, for your required life cycle. Our Promise Full-stack Support: Design, Manufacturing, Shipping. 1. Communication Approx: 1-2 weeks Project Overview Engineering Req. (ERD) Timeline & Deliverables The communication stage is the first milestone in your ODM journey. Before meeting with Khadas, be sure to gather up all your project stakeholders (marketing, engineering, software, user-experience, design, sales, finance, logistics, customer service, etc) to write a Product Requirements Document (PRD). Once your PRD is ready, you will be able to work with our professional engineers at Khadas to create an Engineering Requirements Document (ERD). The ERD will cover the technical aspects of your product, e.g. components, operating environment, obsolescence, performance, and lifespan. Bill-of-Materials (BOM) cost and the feasibility will also be estimated during the ERD planning stage. Once your team agrees to the ERD, we will then map out the overall timeline and project deliverables. You will need to make 50% payment of the NRE (non-recurring engineering) cost before you can move on to stages 2 to 4. 2. Initial Prototype Approx: 6-8 weeks 70% Hardware 20% Software 10% Qualifying Tests During the initial prototyping stage, our engineers will work in accordance with your ERD to design the heart and soul of your product; the Printed Circuit Board (PCB). 2 initial prototypes (Prototype I) will be manufactured and sent to you. If your product involves industrial design (ID) of external components (e.g. cases, covers), this may be done before, simultaneously, or after the PCB design, dependent on your requirements. Once both the PCB and ID (Prototype I) are ready, basic software will be written by our software team, so that your team can study the prototype holistically. During this stage, it is important for all of your stakeholders to give their feedback about Prototype I. Your feedback will be used to update the ERD before we move onto stage 3. Qualifying tests will focus on the main functionality of your product in accordance with the PRD and ERD. 3. Corrected Prototype Approx: 6-8 weeks 20% Hardware 50% Software 30% Qualifying Tests Based on feedback given in stage 2, a new PCB and ID (Prototype II) will be designed for software development. It is important that we finalise most of the hardware architecture during stage 2, before moving on to stage 3. The Prototype II hardware will be subjected to qualifying tests, such as accelerated aging, performance, vibration, temperature, drop, humidity, etc, that would have been specified earlier in the ERD. With the hardware architecture 80% completed, our software team can then commence writing the bulk of the firmware and software for your product. If your team is writing the software, we would then handover Prototype II to your team. Depending on the outcome of the qualifying tests or software development, we could either move onto stage 4, or revise Prototype II to more closely meet the requirements of the PRD and ERD. 4. Final Prototype Approx: 6 weeks 10% Hardware 50% Software 40% Certification Tests The conclusion of your NRE project is with a final prototype (Prototype III) that combines both production-ready hardware and software. During this stage, hardware modifications should be minimal and software will be allowed continued improvement and revision. ​ As specified earlier within your ERD, the final prototype will also be sent to recognised external testing laboratories to undergo mandatory certifications such as CE, ROHS, and FCC. Once your team is pleased with the result, you will receive the deliverables agreed upon earlier in the ERD. At the conclusion of this stage, you can decide to either receive your intellectual property, or place an order with us and move on to stage 5, manufacturing. 5. Manufacturing Approx: 6 weeks 1000 units MOQ DFM-Ready HW / SW Factory SOP + QC Once hardware and software are in-sync and ready for release, we can begin stage 5. A minimum 100 unit trial run will be conducted to develop the factory's standard-operating-procedure (SOP) and design appropriate quality control (QC) methods. After a successful trial, you may then decide to commit to a full run; minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 1000 units. You may assign your own in-house or 3rd-party QC personnel to our assembly line at this time. It will be important for your QC personnel to pay attention to subjective variables such as serialisation and bar coding, silkscreen colour printing (lighting conditions in the factory will differ from your customer), English grammar and legibility, etc. ​ The manufacturing trial run will cover the testing of the following areas: Assembly line operating procedure (SOP) Quality control stations & testing hardware Product assembly accuracy, cycle time, ease, safety Software / firmware burning (e.g. MAC address) Packaging and serialisation ​ The manufacturing full run will be subject to the following terms: Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ):​ 1000 pieces: > $50 unit price >1000 pieces: < $50 unit price ​May vary depending on your project requirements Payment Terms: ​T/T, 60% prepaid before manufacturing commences 40% to be paid before packaging and shipment FOB Shenzhen Price FAQ What is the approximate timeline? Excluding manufacturing, most ODM projects take approximately 21 weeks to complete. This is also dependent on how often your PRD and ERD are revised. Can I pay the NRE cost in tranches? Yes you can. Most of our clients pay 50% upfront for stage 2, then 30% for stage 3, and finally 20% for stage 4. Do remember that manufacturing is a separate cost. What is the fastest path to market? The fastest path to market is to choose to modify our Khadas products to fit your requirements. Original designs could potentially take more time. What are your common project deliverables? 1. Technical Documentation 2. Certification Documents 3. Qualifying Test Results 4. Product Tech. Specs. ...and many more. View FAQ Get in Touch Let's Go!