We’re extremely excited to announce our latest partnership with the Micro:bit Educational Foundation. We’re proud to be working with the Micro:bit Educational Foundation to support their aim of extending the reach of the BBC micro:bit, so that every child in the world has the possibility of learning digital creativity and computing skills.
Along with the exciting new micro:bit, we have an additional 3 product variants from the foundation including the micro:bit go, micro:bit club and the micro:bit bulk box. see below lots of exciting information about this new product range and how you can place your order today or contact us at
education.za@rs-components.com
Lindsley Ruth, CEO Electrocomponents, commented:"We’re delighted to be partnering with the Micro:bit Educational Foundation and to be supporting the launch of the micro:bit version 2. Since its launch in 2016, the micro:bit has helped over 25 million children to learn computing and digital creativity skills, and we’re extremely pleased to make our contribution to extending the reach of the micro:bit and get it in the hands of every child."
Product range
micro:bit Single Board
Introducing the new micro:bit a must-have for technology and STEM enthusiasts.
micro:bit Go
The micro:bit go is a complete kit containing the new micro:bit and well as all the items to get started.
micro:bit Club
The micro:bit club is ideal for larger groups such as coding clubs, STEM groups or classrooms.
micro:bit Bulk Box
The bulk box contains 300 new micro:bit boards only.
Everything you need to know about the new micro:bit
The new micro:bit is a mini-computer that has been designed to make the coding fun and easy to learn. The micro:bit is completely programmable so you can easily bring your ideas to life! From making games to creating music and even controlling robots. The micro:bit comes with neat hardware such as a 25 LED display, buttons, in-built speakers, Bluetooth connectivity and sensors for temperature, motion & light.