micro:bit - an Educational & Creative Tool for Kids (Discontinued)

Note: micro:bit V1 is discontinued now, we recommend micro:bit V2- an Educational & Creative Tool for Kids as a suitable replacement.

What are the differences between micro: bit V1.5 and V2.0?

What is a micro:bit？

micro:bit is only half the size of a credit card. It is equipped with a 5x5 programmable LED matrix, two programmable buttons, accelerometer, electronic compass, thermometer, Bluetooth, new touch sensitive logo, microphone, speaker and other electronic modules.

What can the micro:bit be used for?

micro:bit BBC can interact with various electronic components through alligator clips, supporting the reading of sensor data, control of servos and RGB light strips. It is capable of easily handling various programming-related teaching and development scenarios. The micro:bit can be used for writing electronic games, sound and light interactions, robot control, scientific experiments, wearable device development, and more.

How to get started with programming using micro:bit？

- Microsoft MakeCode

Microsoft’s MakeCode editor is the perfect way to start programming and get creating with the BBC micro:bit.

- DFRobot Mind+

Mind+ is a programming software for teenagers produced by DFRobot. It supports both graphical and code programming and provides support for over a hundred open-source hardware module libraries, while also allowing for the addition of custom libraries.

ACCESSORIES

DFRobot has developed a series of accessories for micro:bit, designed to cater to advanced educational needs for micro:bit bbc.

1. Educational Kit

- BOSON Starter Kit for micro: bit

DFRobot’s Boson starter kit for micro:bit includes 8 well-selected modules, covering the most popular digital and analog sensors and actuators, supporting sound, light, and motion interaction.

2. Expansion Board

- IO Extender for micro:bit (An AI camera and sensor that brings AI vision within reach.)

This IO expansion board exposes all the IO ports of the micro:bit into accessible IO and IIC ports, facilitating the connection of sensors and various hardware.

- micro:Driver - Driver Expansion Board for micro:bit

This is an extension board designed specifically for micro:bit, featuring 9 GPIO interfaces, 4 motor drivers, and 8 servo interfaces, allowing for programming control of various types of motors, including stepper motors, servo motors, and DC motors.

- micro: Circular RGB LED Expansion Board

With 24 RGB LED beads, this accessory offers a multitude of creative possibilities, serving as a clock, timer, game device, and more.

- micro:Gamepad

A wireless gamepad with vibration motor, buzzer, and LED turns micro:bit into a programmable gaming console.

- Environmental Science Board for micro:bit

It integrates over 14 sensors in one board to easily discover natural science in the digitalized and real world.

3. Robot Categories

- micro:Maqueen Lite

Affordable mini STEM educational robot designed for micro:bit.

4. Artificial Intelligence + Internet of Things

- Gravity: Huskylens

An AI camera and sensor that brings AI vision within reach.

- Gravity: WiFi IoT Module

This module empowers your micro:bit with the ability to connect to the Internet.

- micro: IoT - micro:bit IoT Expansion Board

This cloud-shaped expansion board has the ability to transform your micro:bit into a versatile IoT device.

To learn more micro:bit accessories Unlock Creativity: micro:bit Accessories for Fun Projects.

TUTORIALS

We provide a wealth of micro:bit course materials, including 7 sets and 67 lessons.

- BOSON starter for micro:bit

- Maqueen Plus V2 Getting started Tutorial

- Maqueen Mechanic Getting Started Guide

- Maqueen Plus Advanced Tutorial

- Study Pack of HUSKYLENS for micro:bit

- Huskylens Playground with micro:bit

- IoT Cloud Kit for microbit MakeCode Tutorial