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micro:bit wearable (single)

  • Image of the micro:bit wearable (box and contents - flexible holder and separate strap)
  • Image of micro:bit wearable assembled with the micro:bit and battery pack
  • Photo of open micro:bit wearable box with contents inside
  • Photo including top of box, holder and strap
  • Image of flexible micro:bit holder
  • Image of wearable strap
  • Photo of the micro:bit wearable box from the top
  • Assembled micro:bit wearable with the loops just around the buttons
  • Depicting the 4 step process for assembly the micro:bit wearable (see video below for audio walkthrough)

micro:bit wearable (single)

Official flexible micro:bit holder and strap

Official micro:bit branded wearable that allows you to connect your micro:bit to your battery pack with the flexible holder, and attach it to your wrist, ankle or another object with the adjustable strap.

Available for pre-order from some Channel Partners - more retailers coming soon.

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Product details

What's in the box

The micro:bit wearable comprises

  • Flexible micro:bit holder - made of TPE (a flexible rubber)
  • Adjustable strap - made of hook and loop fabric material

BBC micro:bit NOT included

How to assemble

Instructions for assembling the micro:bit wearable are included on the side of the box:

Depicting the 4 step process for assembly the micro:bit wearable (see video below for audio walkthrough)

The following video provides step-by-step instructions:

Ideas for use

The micro:bit wearable is invaluable for any project where you need to attach the micro:bit to your wrist, ankle or another object, or just to keep the micro:bit and battery pack together.

For example, try micro:bit CreateAI using the micro:bit wearable.

Useful information and supporting resources

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.