Meet HackStar. A compact, programmable USB control and automation device built for developers, security researchers, and hardware builders who refuse to settle for less.
Powered by the RP2350 microcontroller and currently live on Kickstarter, HackStar brings together hardware-level USB control, multi-language programmability, cross-platform compatibility, and AI integration in one sleek, powerful package.
Built on Serious Hardware
At its core, HackStar runs on the RP2350 — dual-core Arm Cortex-M33 at 150 MHz, 520 KB SRAM, and native USB Host and Device support. This is not a hobbyist chip. This is production-grade processing power in a form factor that fits in your pocket.
Complete Programming Flexibility
HackStar supports three programming languages right out of the box. Write in MicroPython or CircuitPython for rapid prototyping and accessible scripting. Drop into C/C++ when you need maximum performance and low-level control. The choice is always yours.
Works on Every Platform
Windows. macOS. Linux. Android. HackStar's native USB architecture means zero driver friction across every major operating system. Plug it in and it works — every time, everywhere.
AI-Powered Automation
HackStar goes beyond traditional USB automation by supporting AI integration. Connect it to AI systems and HackStar translates machine decisions into hardware-level USB actions — enabling autonomous, intelligent automation workflows that no software tool can replicate.
Fully Open Source
Complete firmware transparency on GitHub. Auditable. Forkable. Community-driven. HackStar is built for a community that values openness, trust, and collaboration.
Back HackStar on Kickstarter
HackStar is live now. Early backer tiers are limited and every pledge directly funds production. This is your chance to get in at the ground floor of the USB automation device the developer community has been waiting for.
🔗 Back HackStar on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/arushi/hackstar
