🎧 What is it?

This is a fully working Internet Radio based on the ESP32-S3 microcontroller. It allows you to stream thousands of Internet radio stations from around the world — with no subscription fees, no licenses, and often fewer ads than traditional FM stations.

The device is battery-powered, portable, and includes:

Touchscreen

Bluetooth Transmitter for Wireless Audio Output

👉 The device does not have an internal speaker. Internet radio stations are streamed via Bluetooth and must be connected to your existing Bluetooth speaker, headphones, or earbuds (not included) for audio playback.

You can change stations and control the volume directly on the device, or remotely using the built-in web-based radio manager from a PC, Mac, or mobile phone.

Stations are accessed via online URLs. The radio can store up to 1000 favorites, and there are many free websites listing these URLs (see documentation).

💡 What Makes It Special?

Color Touchscreen Display – Intuitive and vivid. Tap to scroll or select stations.

Web-Based Management System – Manage stations and features from any device on the same network.

Wireless Bluetooth Output – Stream music directly to your Bluetooth speaker, headphones, or earbuds.

User-Friendly Interface – Simple, responsive UI for seamless station browsing and playback.

ESP32-S3 Microcontroller – Reliable and Wi-Fi enabled, powers the system.

Compact Design – Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand or blend into any room.

📦 What's Included

Microcontroller + LCD: 1x LilyGo T-Display S3 Touch

Bluetooth Transmitter: Integrated for wireless output PCB was done in colaboration with PCBWay

On/Off Push Button: 1x 12mm push button (PBW-12BPW-W)

Wi-Fi Antenna: U.FL (IPEX/IPX) connector antenna

3D-Printed Enclosure: Offered in various colors

Set of Wires: For battery and switch connections

⚠️ Important Notes

It dosnt have an internal speaker – to play it requires a Bluetooth speaker, headphones, or earbuds (not included).

Battery 18650 is not included (due to shipping rules). The radio can also operate using only the USB-C charging port, without a battery installed.

Firmware Compatibility: Only works with LilyGo T-Display S3 Touch. Firmware is provided as a BIN file (source code not shared).

Character Support: English only.

Photos may vary: PCB colors or module brands may differ slightly.

Streaming Info: Supports up to 320Kbit/s streams. HLS/DASH formats not supported (e.g., BBC streams).

Wi-Fi Required: A strong Wi-Fi signal is needed for smooth playback.

🔗 References & Tools

Minimal Configuration Video: https://youtu.be/8kRRnhr_VSs

ESP32 Flash Tool: https://www.espressif.com/en/support/download/other-tools

Tested Browsers: Google Chrome