New micro:bit
Details of the latest micro:bit revision and guidance for accessory makers, editor developers and content producers
Overview The new micro:bit has a built-in microphone and speaker to allow sound-sensing and sound-making without the need to attach another device. It also...
Wed, 18 Jan, 2023 at 7:55 PM
The micro:bit is available from a range of resellers across the world. Visit the Buy page for updates on where to buy the micro:bit from reseller companies ...
Mon, 26 Jul, 2021 at 2:09 PM
Yes. All original (V1) micro:bit(s) will continue to work in exactly the same way and will be supported by the apps and editors. You will still be able ...
Thu, 20 Jan, 2022 at 10:53 AM
There are a huge range of accessories available for the BBC micro:bit. The Foundation aims to ensure that whenever a change is made to the board, such as t...
Mon, 18 Jan, 2021 at 11:58 AM
This article is specifically for people who make accessories for the micro:bit. Please also see our general user information about the latest micro:bit revi...
Thu, 18 Mar, 2021 at 9:35 AM
This article is specifically for people who make editors for the micro:bit. Please also see our general user information about the latest micro:bit revision...
Mon, 26 Jul, 2021 at 9:53 AM
This article is specifically for people who produce content for the micro:bit. Please also see our general user information about the latest micro:bit revis...
Wed, 27 Jan, 2021 at 7:31 AM
The latest revision (V2) of the micro:bit has a handy on/off/sleep mode to help conserve energy when you are not using the device. You can enter this mode b...
Wed, 23 Mar, 2022 at 2:24 PM
Overview Software running on a new V2 micro:bit uses CODAL (micro:bit V1 uses the DAL) and as a result no longer includes the Arm Mbed platform. The w...
Thu, 8 Dec, 2022 at 10:20 AM
If you find your hex file no longer works with your micro:bit and you see an error code on the screen or a FAIL.TXT on the MICROBIT drive, it could be becau...
Wed, 1 Sep, 2021 at 10:18 AM