Arduino's new DIY electronics kit: The foolproof way to tinker and create!

Tech & AI | July 12, 2024, 10:14 a.m.

Arduino has released a new starter kit that caters to beginners who want to explore the world of electronics without the hassle of soldering or wiring. Priced at $87.36, the Arduino Plug and Make Kit includes an Arduino UNO R4 WiFi microcomputer with Bluetooth and a 12 x 8 LED matrix display, along with seven Modulino components that can be easily connected using snap-on cables. The kit is designed for an older audience than LittleBits' electronic building blocks, offering a more advanced learning experience. Each Modulino component serves a specific function, such as an adjustable knob, LEDs, sensors, a buzzer, and buttons. Users can follow tutorials and step-by-step instructions to build seven different devices like a video game controller, synthesizer, lamp, and timer. This kit provides a hands-on approach to learning about electronics and is a great introduction for those aspiring to do more with an Arduino in the future.