Canonical and Arduino collaborate to enable Ubuntu on the VENTUNO Q, the next generation platform for AI

Through a strategic partnership with Canonical, Arduino’s latest product offers a seamless Linux experience for complex AI workloads in robotics, edge AI vision and more.

LONDON, UK – March 9, 2026 – Today, Arduino announced the launch of the Arduino® VENTUNO™ Q, a dual-brain board designed for high-performance computing and physical actuation. VENTUNO Q represents a significant step in the Arduino-Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.-Canonical collaboration, embracing a developer-first philosophy with Ubuntu.

Dual-brain architecture: Intelligence meets reflexes

VENTUNO Q introduces a high-performance dual-brain architecture, engineered for machines that must move as fast as they think. Powered by the Qualcomm Dragonwing™ IQ-8275 processor, the board brings 40 dense TOPS of industrial-grade AI compute to a compact form factor. This allows for the local execution of Large Language Models (LLMs), Visual Language Models (VLMs), and high-throughput computer vision entirely at the edge. Ubuntu runs natively on this primary processor providing the core development and inference environment.

A dedicated STM32H5 microcontroller ensures sub-millisecond, deterministic control for motors and sensors. This allows AI-driven decisions to be translated into physical action instantly, without the latency associated with traditional single-processor systems.

Ubuntu for instant innovation

To ensure a frictionless out-of-the-box experience, the VENTUNO Q arrives with Ubuntu. This enables developers to go from unboxing to AI inference in minutes, eliminating the traditional hurdles of complex board support packages (BSPs) and fragmented kernel drivers.

Running natively on top of Ubuntu is the Arduino^® App Lab. This unified, collaborative environment allows developers to blend Arduino sketches, Python scripts, and advanced AI Bricks into ready-to-deploy applications. Whether in Standalone Mode, connected directly to a monitor, or PC-Connected Mode, the Arduino App Lab provides a smooth path for both hobbyists and R&D engineers to master the Qualcomm AI stack.

The prototyping-to-production pipeline

While optimized for the Arduino DIY maker market, the VENTUNO Q is built with industrial-grade specs. By integrating the IQ-8275 with Ubuntu, it offers a seamless path for developers to transition their prototypes directly into production-ready industrial applications.

“Arduino VENTUNO Q is the definitive powerhouse for AI and robotics,” said Fabio Violante, Vice President and General Manager of Arduino at Qualcomm. “By merging high-performance AI capabilities with their direct, real-time application in actuation, we are empowering creators to build systems that interact with the world. With Ubuntu and the Arduino App Lab experience, we are delivering the most flexible edge AI ecosystem ever built.”

“Our collaboration with Arduino and Qualcomm provides a production-ready starting line for innovators,” said Cindy Goldberg, VP of Silicon Alliances at Canonical. “By providing a reliable  Ubuntu foundation for VENTUNO Q, we ensure that a successful prototype can scale into a securely-designed industrial solution with 10 years of security maintenance.”

Availability

Arduino VENTUNO Q will be available for open sale soon. Developers can get a first look at the Ubuntu powered platform and new Arduino App Lab models at Embedded World 2026. Contact us to schedule a meeting at the event. Visit the official page at arduino.cc/product-ventuno-q to sign up for notifications and be the first to know when the product is available.

To find out more about the Canonical and Qualcomm partnership, check out our video: what it takes to build and scale developer platforms | Canonical x Qualcomm

About Arduino

Arduino (a Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. company) is a leading open-source hardware and software provider and an accessible platform for creating interactive projects. With an estimated 33 million active users, the Arduino ecosystem has expanded over 20 years to address new demands and challenges, offering products for IoT, wearables, 3D printing, and embedded environments.

About Canonical

Canonical, the publisher of Ubuntu, provides open source security, support and services. Our portfolio covers critical systems, from the smallest devices to the largest clouds, from the kernel to containers, from databases to AI. With customers that include top tech brands, emerging startups, governments and home users, Canonical delivers trusted open source for everyone. 

Learn more at https://canonical.com/ 

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