The BBC micro:bit V2 is a pocket-sized programmable computer built around a Nordic nRF52833 chip with a 64MHz Arm Cortex-M4 processor. This listing is for the board only, without a USB cable or battery holder. It has 25 LEDs, two programmable buttons, a touch-sensitive logo, an accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone, speaker, radio and Bluetooth, and is coded with free online editors.
Key Features
- Board only: no microUSB cable or battery holder included
- 5x5 grid of 25 programmable LEDs
- 2 programmable buttons and capacitive touch logo
- Accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone and speaker
- Radio and Bluetooth for wireless projects and code upload
- Program from a computer, smartphone or tablet with online editors
Specifications
| Product | BBC micro:bit V2 board |
|---|---|
| Processor | Arm Cortex-M4 32-bit with FPU, 64 MHz |
| SoC | Nordic nRF52833 |
| Memory | 512KB flash, 128KB RAM |
| Display / inputs | 25 LEDs (5x5), 2 programmable buttons, capacitive touch logo |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone |
| Wireless | Radio and Bluetooth |
| Audio output | Built-in speaker |
| Debug | SWD, J-Link/OB |
| SKU | 01MICROBIT |
What's Included
- 1 x BBC micro:bit V2 board
What You'll Need (Sold Separately)
- MicroUSB cable for programming from a computer (not included)
- Battery holder and batteries to run without a computer (not included)
Ideal For
Students, teachers and beginners who already have a cable and power source and want a spare or replacement board.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I program the micro:bit?
Use the free online code editors on the micro:bit website from a computer, smartphone or tablet. Code is sent over a microUSB cable or wirelessly over Bluetooth from a phone or tablet.
Does this come with a cable or batteries?
No. This is the board only. A microUSB cable and a battery holder are sold separately.
What can I make with it?
Example projects include digital dice, a step counter, a thermometer and a scrolling name badge.