NEW YORK, Nov. 24, 2025 — Chessnut, a specialist in next-generation smart chessboards, is unveiling its flagship model in Europe: the Chessnut Evo, a connected board that masterfully combines elegant design, advanced artificial intelligence, and a truly immersive playing experience.
A Chessboard Tailored for Modern Players
The Chessnut Evo is designed for chess enthusiasts who wish to integrate the classic aesthetic of a living-room board with the powerful capabilities of a digital tool.
Its 12.3-inch touchscreen display (1920×720) presents moves, analyses, and visual aids in real time. Thanks to comprehensive piece recognition, setup is instant — simply position the pieces on the board to commence play.
A Training AI with a Human Touch
Equipped with an octa-core processor and an NPU dedicated to artificial intelligence, the Chessnut Evo provides a more natural learning experience.
Its MAIA-style AI, drawing inspiration from human gameplay, assists players in improving by simulating realistic strategies rather than generating purely mechanical responses.
Seamless Connectivity and Universal Compatibility
The board enables players to engage in online play via Lichess and Chess.com, directly through its Android 11 interface or by utilizing the Chessnut Bridge app.
Its continuously evolving software ecosystem delivers firmware updates and new analysis features, thereby assuring the product’s longevity.
Verdict
According to Mickaël Cailleau, author of the website, the Chessnut Evo “embodies a new generation of electronic chessboards: a true personal coach combining AI, visual comfort, and complete connectivity. It’s currently the most advanced solution for training and playing online without an external screen.”
About Chessnut
Founded by a team of engineers passionate about chess and AI, Chessnut develops smart chessboards engineered to make the game more accessible, interactive, and immersive.
Its product range — from the portable to the high-end — pushes the boundaries of technology-assisted chess while honoring the traditional spirit of the game.
Media Contact
Contact Person: Kyle Wang
Email: mkt@chessnutech.com
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