The LeafKVM, a new open-source KVM-over-IP device built with Rust and Buildroot, is seeking $10,000 on Crowd Supply. Priced at $119, it features a Rockchip RV1126B processor, 4K video capture, and a built-in touchscreen in a compact aluminum enclosure. Backers have pledged 82% of the goal with over 40 days remaining.
The LeafKVM provides remote control of computers via HDMI video capture and USB emulation, independent of the target's operating system. It supports up to 4K/30fps or 1080p/90fps streaming with under 100ms latency, making it suitable for sysadmins, server operators, robotics developers, and wireless video relays. The device runs a Buildroot 2026.02 LTS Linux system with a Rust backend, Slint touchscreen UI, and a GPL-2.0 web frontend forked from JetKVM. It includes Tailscale VPN integration and OTA updates via a web dashboard. The hardware packs a quad-core Cortex-A53 Rockchip RV1126B SoC, 512MB DDR3 RAM, Lontium LT6911C video bridge, and microSD storage into a 90×65×25mm CNC aluminum case weighing 195g. Ports consist of one HDMI input, two USB Type-C (5V/1A power), one USB Type-A, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth, and 100Mbps Ethernet with PoE support. It emulates standard USB keyboard, mouse, and storage, ensuring plug-and-play compatibility with Linux, Windows, macOS, BSD, BIOS, and UEFI. As of April 24, the campaign had reached $8,222 from 36 backers, with units set to ship in mid-January 2027 if funded. Shipping is free in the U.S. but adds $12 elsewhere. Full schematics and source code will appear on the project's GitHub before shipment.
