{"product_id":"bbc-micro-bit-go-starter-kit","title":"BBC micro:bit Go – Starter Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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 as well as the micro:bit v2 board. A perfect choice to get started with the micro:bit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking to start programming or would like an exciting device to get young people interested in coding – then the BBC micro:bit v2 is perfect for you! The micro:bit Go box contains the micro:bit computer as well as a USB cable to connect to a PC and a AAA battery holder with AAA batteries so you can start creating straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by the BBC working in partnership with other brands, the micro:bit is a small, programmable computer that has been designed to inspire children and young people to learn about programming and electronics in a practical and fun way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring just 4cm x 5cm, this 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 colours 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x micro:bit v2 board – available in 4 colours red, yellow, green \u0026amp; blue (please note we cannot select the colour of the micro:bit you will receive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Quick start guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x micro USB Cable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Battery Holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x AAA Batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features of the micro:bit v2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25 LED matrix on the board where you can scroll messages or display numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccelerometer to detect movement or tilting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBluetooth connection to interact with the internet or other devices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 user input buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMicro USB connection to use with PC for programming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePort for a battery pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eARM Cortex-M4 CPU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in speaker and microphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 pin edge connector along the bottom of the board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s new with the micro:bit V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BBC micro:bit launched in 2016 and has been a huge success globally, completely transforming the way children learnt about computing digitally. All of the features everyone loves about the micro:bit have stayed whilst some new ones have been added. To note, the micro:bit v2 board is backwards compatible with other micro:bit boards, ecosystems and accessories. So you don’t have to worry about replacing any equipment you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have highlighted some of the key differences between the board versions below:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew built in-built speaker \u0026amp; microphone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory has increased by 700% from 16KB to128KB RAM and 256KB to 512KB flash which gives the device much more capability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe CPU has been upgraded from a Cortex m0 at 16MHz to a Cortex m4 with a floating-point at 64MHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe golden edge connectors have small indentations that allow much easier prototyping with crocodile clips that won’t keep falling off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe board can now provide 200mA to accessories, up from 90mA in the previous board version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra input capability is achieved with the touch sensor to accompany the existing two buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersion 2 now has a power LED and can be switched off instead of having to remove batteries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAble to support both AI and machine learning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGetting Started with the micro:bit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe micro: bit is super easy to use. You don’t need lots of complicated peripherals to get started – all you need is a PC or mobile device to program it on. To get started you will need:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA micro:bit and battery pack with 2 x AAA batteries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA computer, phone or tablet with internet access code editors to programme your micro:bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you’re using a computer, a USB lead to connect your micro:bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor building and making projects with your micro:bit, some extra items that are great to have include headphones, crocodile clip leads and conductive materials such as aluminium foil and paper clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the micro:bit is programmed it will then stay in the flash memory and you can run it every time as many times as desired. Then you can re-program it when you want to try a different project, 1 program can be held at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"micro:bit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32337813078099,"sku":"MBIT0009","price":18.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/1800\/products\/micro_bit-go-packaging.jpg?v=1607690243","url":"https:\/\/shop.pimoroni.com\/en-eu\/products\/bbc-micro-bit-go-starter-kit","provider":"Pimoroni Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}