BBC micro:bit V2 GO Starter Kit

The BBC micro:bit V2 is a mini computer that has been designed to make coding fun and easy to learn. The micro:bit Go is a bundle containing all the essentials to get powered up and ready to program: the micro:bit computer, a USB cable to connect to a PC, and a AAA battery holder with AAA batteries so you can start creating straight away. A perfect choice to get started with the micro:bit.

Contents:
• 1 micro:bit V2 board – available in 4 colors red, yellow, green & blue (colors will vary)
• 1 Quick start guide
• 1 micro USB Cable
• 1 Battery Holder
• 2 AAA Batteries

Measuring just 4cm x 5cm, the micro:bit single board computer has an impressive ARM Cortex m4 processor and 512KB of flash, making it a capable little device. The micro:bit comes in 4 colors and has various individually programmable inputs and outputs including a 5×5 LED matrix display, buttons, speakers and microphone. The micro:bit also features a temperature sensor, accelerometer, touch-sensitive logo, and a built-in sleep/off mode.

It is compatible with lots of free online code editors designed for different knowledge levels across a number of different programming languages so you can find something to suit how you want to learn or teach. There are endless amounts of free projects, lesson plans and activities to try, so there is every reason to start your micro:bit journey today.

Key Features of the micro:bit V2
• 25 LED matrix on the board where you can scroll messages or display numbers
• Accelerometer to detect movement or tilting
• Compass
• Bluetooth connection to interact with the internet or other devices
• 2 user input buttons
• Micro USB connection to use with PC for programming
• Port for a battery pack
• ARM Cortex-M4 CPU
• Built-in speaker and microphone
• 20 pin edge connector along the bottom of the board