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PolyCast5

PolyCast5 — Multi-Tool Everything Remote

PolyCast5 — Multi-Tool Everything Remote

$119.00 USD
$119.00 USD
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PolyCast5 is a open-source multi-tool remote to control projects, manage passwords, run AI keyboard scripts, manage media, save remotes, analyze network packets, and so much more.

Color: Transparent
This is a preorderShips after Kickstarter rewards are fulfilled.

International orders may be subject to VAT/duties upon delivery.

What's in the box
  • PolyCast5
  • USB-A to USB-C cable
  • Vinyl sticker
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Tech Specs

Exploded view of the PolyCast5 hardware

Core

  • Processor: ESP32-C5 (RISC-V, 40 nm)

Wireless

  • Wi-Fi: 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6), dual-band 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz
  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5 (LE) - pairs as a keyboard and media controller
  • LoRa: SX1262, 915 MHz - over a kilometer of range LOS
  • ESP-NOW: Low-power peer-to-peer link to your own ESP32 projects
  • Infrared: 38 kHz learning and replay, digitally save remotes

Power

  • Battery: 1500 mAh rechargeable - 18 hours continuous, 6 days in sleep

Physical

  • Size: 6.2 x 4.56 cm - fits a t-shirt pocket
  • Sensors: eCompass (accelerometer + magnetometer)
  • Controls: Microphone, haptic vibration motor, RGB lighting

Expansion

  • Expansion: Broken-out I2C GPIOs for your own hardware
  • Programming: USB Serial/JTAG - flash it over USB, no programmer needed

Firmware

  • Firmware: Open source, updates itself over Wi-Fi
  • Security: Login PIN, optional secure boot and flash encryption

Questions

When does my preorder ship?

Preorders ship once the Kickstarter rewards have been fulfilled. The current estimate is November 2026 - though this is subject to change.

Is the firmware really open source?

Yes! The PolyCast5 and PolyPlug firmware are available on GitHub so you can always customize/verify your device.

Can I add my own hardware?

Yes! The I2C GPIOs are broken out, so if PolyCast5 is missing a feature you want you can add it yourself. There is a built-in communication terminal on the device for sending commands to external hardware.

What is a PolyPlug?

An optional low-cost, LoRa-enabled smart plug. Send it an on/off command from your PolyCast5 and it switches whatever is plugged into it using super long-range wireless. You can learn more here.

How do I update it?

Just go to Settings > Check for Updates on the device. It will update automatically over Wi-Fi if a new update is available. There is also a browser-based flasher in the Tools section if you ever want to flash manually or recover a unit.