Here’s why you’ll want to evaluate the Alif Semiconductor MCU Start Kit – a dev board which performs AI inferencing fast, and at ultra-low power.
AI is the future for wearable devices, and the more they can implement AI locally at the edge, the better. That’s where Alif Semiconductor’s Ensemble and Balletto microcontrollers excel: featuring an Arm Ethos on-chip neural processing unit (NPU) and a lot of fast memory alongside their Cortex-M55 CPU, they beat all the leading brands of MCU on AI inferencing performance. Plus they’ve got fortress-like security built-in.
Why Alif’s MCUs Lead the Way in Wearables
Blazing-Fast AI at Ultra-Low Power
AI-powered wearables demand fast inferencing without battery drain. With an on-chip Arm Ethos neural processing unit (NPU), Cortex-M55 CPU, and high-speed memory, Alif’s MCUs outperform all leading brands in AI inferencing while keeping energy consumption to a minimum.
Compact, Yet Powerful
Wearables need to be sleek and lightweight, which means every component must fit within strict space constraints. Alif’s MCUs pack advanced processing, security, and connectivity into a tiny footprint, making them ideal for everything from fitness trackers and smart rings to medical wearables and smart glasses.
Security You Can Trust
As wearable devices handle more sensitive personal data, security is non-negotiable. Alif’s MCUs include built-in, hardware-level security, ensuring safe AI processing and data protection—a critical feature for applications in healthcare, fitness, and beyond.
Why Evaluate the Alif MCU Start Kit?
Whether you’re designing a next-gen smartwatch, fitness tracker, medical monitor, or smart audio device, the Alif MCU Start Kit lets you:
✅ Test industry-leading AI acceleration
✅ Develop on ultra-low-power hardware
✅ Experience seamless, secure processing
✅ Prototype with a dev board designed for real-world applications
Get ready to experiment with Ensemble or Balletto by applying for a Alif MCU Start Kit: