BBC micro:bit GO

Name: BBC micro:bit GO
Brand: BBC micro:bit
SKU: KIT0130
Price: 599 ZAR
Availability: InStock

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Positive "The BBC micro:bit GO is widely praised as an excellent educational tool for introducing coding and electronics to beginners, with strong support from educators and positive reviews for its ease of use."

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The BBC micro:bit GO is a complete starter kit for learning coding and electronics, featuring the micro:bit V2 microcontroller board with built-in sensors, LED display, and Bluetooth connectivity. This all-in-one bundle includes everything needed to start programming immediately with USB cable, battery pack, and beginner-friendly guides, making it perfect for educational settings and DIY projects.

add_circle The Upside

check Complete starter kit with all essential components included
check Beginner-friendly programming environment with graphical and text options
check Versatile for educational use, DIY projects, and robotics

remove_circle The Downside

close Limited onboard processing power for advanced projects
close Battery-powered operation may require frequent battery changes
close Small LED matrix display has basic resolution

Specifications & features

Key features

check_circle micro:bit V2 microcontroller board with 5x5 LED matrix
check_circle Built-in motion detector, compass, and Bluetooth Smart module
check_circle Includes USB cable, battery pack, and AAA batteries for immediate use
check_circle Programmable via Microsoft Blocks Editor (graphical) or JavaScript
check_circle 20 edge connectors and 5 I/O rings for expandability with accessories