AI hardware that ships.
We design, optimize, and manufacture conversational devices — from prototype to mass production.
Boards, firmware, edge models, and factory execution for toys, IoT, and embedded AI products.
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Why teams choose Tau Labs
Prototype
7–14 days
Pilot Run
30–45 days
Targets
BOM, Power, Latency
Deliverables
Factory-ready Files
Privacy
COPPA/GDPR Compliant
Built for teams shipping intelligent devices
IoT & Smart Devices
Connected hardware powered by ESP32 and cloud AI.
Consumer Devices & Toys
Engaging, voice-first interactive experiences.
Industrial Systems
Ruggedized edge AI for predictive maintenance.
Our Models
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Why teams work with Tau Labs
End-to-end co-design
From chip selection and board layout to model optimization and QA.
Predictable performance
Latency, power, and BOM targets defined upfront and tracked.
Conversation-first
Built from day one for on-device speech and dialogue.
Factory-Direct Manufacturing
We produce directly with trusted factories at competitive prices, from prototype to scale.
Case Highlights
Voice-first educational toy
On-device dialogue and cloud-sync stories for a leading kids brand.
Autonomous Inspection Drone
Custom carrier board with dual NPU for real-time defect detection.
From idea to shipped device
Discovery
Requirements & Feasibility
Architecture
Prototyping & Selection
Validation
Pilot Runs & Testing
Production
Support & Handoff
AI & Models
- ASR / TTS
- Cloud LLMs
- Vision Models
Hardware
- Espressif ESP32
- Nordic Semi
- Low-power MCUs
Tooling
- PyTorch / ONNX
- ESP-IDF
- FreeRTOS
Insights & notes
Browse all articles →- Dec 24, 2024 BOM Breakdown: Voice-Controlled Smart Speaker
Where the money actually goes in a $50 voice device. A line-by-line analysis of component costs.
- Sep 5, 2024 Introducing the Tau-1 Dev Kit
A complete hardware and software platform for building the next generation of embodied AI.
- May 22, 2024 From Prototype to Production: The Manufacturing Process
How we help startups scale from 10 units to 10,000 with our factory partners.
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