1-30-26 Update: PCB Review Passed & Final Prototypes Underway

1-30-26 Update: PCB Review Passed & Final Prototypes Underway

We’re continuing to build momentum and make tangible progress across firmware, PCB, and enclosure development. The team completed major internal reviews and moved several items into their final stages.

1. Firmware (Milestone 2 – GUI Focus)

Firmware work is currently in Milestone 2, with a strong focus on the GUI.

Work on this milestone started a few days later than planned because Phase 1 extended slightly. This revision has been reviewed and approved so expectations are aligned across the team.

2. PCB & Electronics Progress

We had a successful internal PCB review this morning, and the board passed all checks.

All other layout and routing is complete. The final connector header and NFC antenna routing are being wrapped up now.

The PCB package is essentially ready and will move toward vendor quoting.

3. Mechanical / Enclosure Development

Enclosure work is actively progressing and expected to wrap up shortly.

At this stage:

  • The focus is on fit and alignment with the finalized PCB
  • No major redesigns are planned
  • Refinements are minor and detail-oriented

This keeps the mechanical side aligned with the electronics without introducing new variables.

4. Prototyping & Vendor Quotes

Typical expectations:

  • PCB vendors involve some back-and-forth
  • Enclosure and keyboard quotes are usually faster

The goal is to have prototype quotes in the next two weeks.

Wrapping Up

The biggest takeaway from this update:

  • PCB design has passed review
  • Enclosure work is nearing completion
  • Firmware GUI development is in full swing
  • Vendor quoting and prototype preparation are next

We’re moving into the stage where designs turn into physical prototypes, which is always an exciting step. As quotes and prototype builds progress, we’ll be able to share more visuals and real-world progress.

Thank you again for your continued patience and support — we’re focused on executing carefully and getting this right.