Description
The new micro:bit V2 is the latest revision of everyone’s favorite powerful palm-sized, and fully programmable computer. Conceived by the BBC to encourage children to get actively involved in writing software and building new things that will be controlled by it. V2 is the same size and shape, and it works in the same way as the original micro:bit. So, if you have used the original then this will be instantly familiar to you. Write your code using one of the easy-to-use editors provided on the micro:bit website, connect your BBC micro:bit to your computer via USB, press the download button in the editor, and then download the file to the micro:bit.
What’s in the box
- 1x BBC micro:bit V2 board – available in 4 colours red, yellow, green & blue (please note you cannot select the colour of the micro:bit you will receive)
- 1x micro USB Cable
- 1x battery pack
- 2x AAA Batteries
- 1x quick start user guide, safety leaflet, cardboard battery pack holder and sticker
Key features
- Programmable with MakeCode, Python, and C++
- 25 red LEDs in a 5×5 matrix for simple display
- Built-in accelerometer and magnetometer
- Three programmable push buttons
- Bluetooth 5.0 LE and radio communication
- Integrated speaker and MEMS microphone
- Edge connector for expansions
- Micro-USB port for power and data
Technical specifications
- Microcontroller: Nordic nRF52833 ARM Cortex-M4, 64 MHz
- RAM: 128 kB
- Flash memory: 512 kB
- Display: 5×5 red LED matrix
- Sensors: accelerometer, magnetometer, temperature via SoC
- Audio: built-in speaker, MEMS microphone
- Controls: 2 programmable buttons, 1 reset button
- Communication: Bluetooth 5.0 LE, 2.4 GHz radio
- Interfaces: 3 I/O pins, SPI, I2C, PWM via edge connector
- Power: micro-USB, battery connector (2x AAA, optional), 3.3V input
- Dimensions: 52 x 42 mm
- Perfect for education, prototyping, and IoT projects.
The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. It has an LED light display, buttons, sensors, a speaker, microphone and many other input/output features that, when programmed, let it interact with you and your world.
Visit What is the micro:bit? to find out more or explore all the features in depth through short videos.
You will need a computer, tablet or phone to write and send code to the micro:bit, but once the code is on the micro:bit it works as a standalone device with just the battery pack. Visit getting started for support taking your first steps with the micro:bit.
The Micro:bit Educational Foundation produces free coding tools and teaching resources to support you as you explore the potential of the micro:bit:
Choose your perfect programming tool in Let’s Code:
Run whole class coding sessions easily with micro:bit classroom
Teach block-based coding with Microsoft MakeCode or text-based coding with the micro:bit Python Editor
Explore our free resources for teachers including:
Quick projects for beginners and more advanced users
Curriculum-linked lessons and units of work
Professional development courses and events like webinars and code-alongs
Classroom resources such as student handouts, reward certificates and posters
As well as givings students a hands-on approach to coding, the micro:bit is an engaging classroom tool that gives students confidence to try new things and get creative with technology.
