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EDUCATION / MAKEBLOCK
Makeblock mBot2 (single robot)
Assemble-and-code wheeled robot with CyberPi and sensors for progressive programming lessons.
Commercially offered$149.99 (single robot) (USD)
Manufacturer single-robot offer checked September 10. Sale prices can change; shipping, taxes and expansion kits are separate.
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THE INTENDED JOB
Who it is for.
Learning robot assembly, line following and block-to-Python programming.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Controller
- CyberPi
- Programming
- Blocks and Python with mBlock
- Connections
- USB, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi options
BEFORE YOU DECIDE
Read the small print.
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- This price is for one robot, not the six-robot classroom pack.
- Use a compatible computer or mobile device; check connection support for your operating system.
- Rover conversions, extra sensors and classroom bundles are separate purchases.
- Confirm the exact edition, current destination availability and delivered price with the seller. A listed product is not a live-stock guarantee.
LIVING WITH THE HARDWARE
What ownership involves.
- Assembly
- Assemble the kit chassis and plug in the supplied modules.
- Computer & setup
- Use supported mBlock software or app on a separately supplied device.
- Connectivity
- Connection method depends on the device and programming mode; check USB and Bluetooth requirements.
- Development access
- Block-based lessons progress to Python; extra hardware requires compatible modules.
FOLLOW THE EVIDENCE
Sources & further reading
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