Elecrow has launched the CrowPanel, a compact smart home display designed for makers and developers. The device features a 1.46-inch round touchscreen with a resolution of 360 by 360 pixels. It serves as both a display and a development board for custom projects.
Compact touchscreen development board with rotary knob for makers
The CrowPanel is powered by an ESP32-S3 processor. This chip provides 2.4GHz WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity for smart home integration. The unit connects to host devices via USB rather than HDMI or DisplayPort. It also includes UART and I2C interfaces for connecting additional sensors and actuators.
Users can control the display through a built-in rotary knob or by programming it via the Arduino IDE. The system supports custom interfaces using the LVGL library. The device lacks an internal battery and requires a constant USB power connection to operate.
The CrowPanel is available globally for $30 USD (about $30.00). Buyers can purchase the unit directly from the manufacturer. The price includes the display module and its integrated development capabilities.
Elecrow targets this product at hobbyists who want to build custom smart home controls. The device can function as a secondary screen for computers or a dedicated switch for appliances like air conditioners. The company has not confirmed a specific launch window beyond its current availability.
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