ARC-Lite Beta Release (2026.03.30.00)

This beta release of ARC-Lite is currently available for Windows only while we await approval from the Apple App Store and Google Play. Mobile and macOS versions will be released shortly after store approvals are completed.

What is ARC-Lite?

ARC-Lite is a streamlined, education-focused version of Synthiam’s ARC (Autonomous Robot Control) platform. It makes robot programming simple, visual, and accessible for beginners, students, and educators-while still offering powerful features under the hood.

Built on the same foundation as ARC, ARC-Lite allows users to control robots, experiment with AI, and build interactive behaviors without requiring prior programming experience.

Key Features

• Load Projects from the Cloud Instantly access and run ARC projects from your Synthiam account.

• Playground Mode Experiment freely with your robot using:

  • Blockly (visual programming)
  • JavaScript
  • Python

• Preloaded Robot Projects Includes ready-to-run projects for popular robots to get started quickly.

• Remote Control & Interaction Control your robot in real-time with intuitive interfaces.

• Advanced Features Made Simple Easily use powerful capabilities such as:

  • Camera vision and tracking
  • Speech and audio features
  • Servo animations and movement control
  • AI-powered behaviors

• Cross-Platform Experience (Coming Soon) Designed for Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android (mobile versions pending store approval).

Designed for Learning

ARC-Lite is built for classrooms and new users. It removes complexity by using a visual interface and prebuilt "robot skills," allowing users to focus on creativity instead of low-level programming.

Students can go from powering on a robot to creating interactive behaviors in minutes.

How to Use ARC-Lite

1. Select or create a profile
2. Load a project from the cloud or use a built-in example
3. Select a mode (Playground, Activities, Remote Control)
4. Connect to your WiFi robot
5. Run and interact with your robot in real-time

Notes

• This is a beta release, and features may change as development continues.
• Windows is the only supported platform in this release.
• Mobile and macOS versions are pending app store approvals and will follow soon.