The BBC micro:bit V2.1 Go Kit includes a micro:bit V2.1 board, a microUSB cable and a battery pack, so you can program the board and then run it untethered. The board uses a Nordic nRF52833 with a 64MHz Arm Cortex-M4 and has 25 LEDs, two buttons, a touch logo, accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone, speaker, radio and Bluetooth.
Key Features
- Includes micro:bit V2.1 board, microUSB cable and battery pack
- 25 LEDs, 2 programmable buttons and capacitive touch logo
- Accelerometer, magnetometer, microphone and speaker
- Radio and Bluetooth for wireless projects and code upload
- Free online code editors for computer, phone or tablet
Specifications
| Product | BBC micro:bit V2.1 Go Kit |
|---|---|
| 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 | 01MICROBITGO |
What's Included
- 1 x BBC micro:bit V2.1 board
- 1 x microUSB cable
- 1 x battery pack (battery holder and batteries)
Ideal For
Beginners and students who want a compact starter set to code and power a single micro:bit.
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.
What is the difference between V2 and V2.1?
The listing describes the V2.1 board with the same features as V2: nRF52833, 64MHz Cortex-M4, 512KB flash, 128KB RAM, speaker and microphone.
Are batteries included?
Yes. The listing says the battery holder and batteries are included.