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Petoi Bittle Robot Dog: It’s More Than a Pet Toy, It’s a Robotics Primer for Young Enthusiasts

By Anj Bryant published 29 November 22

Petoi’s Bittle is not just a cool pet toy robot dog — it is also a great STEM learning tool for anyone who wants to learn the basics of robotics, programming, and AI.

Crowbits’ Programmable Magnetic Blocks STEM Kit Review: Build, Code and Play (Updated)

By Anj Bryant last updated 1 December 21

Compatible with Arduino UNO, Micro:bit, and soon Raspberry Pi, too.

Raspberry Pi Zero Hexapod Bot Crawls To Life

By Ash Hill published 2 July 21

This maker is using a Raspberry Pi Zero to power a six-legged, 3D-printed robot.

Elecrow’s Crowbits Uses Programmable Blocks to Promote STEM Learning

By Anj Bryant published 1 March 21

Elecrow’s latest offering, Crowbits is a series of STEM-based learning kits that comes with plug-and-play magnetic blocks that lets kids build fun projects whilst learning how to code.

Robot Uses UV Light to Fight COVID-19 in Schools, Offices

By Avram Piltch published 11 January 21

UBTech’s Adibot is programmed to disinfect rooms on its own.

Robo Wunderkind Review: Best Starter Robotics Kit for Young Coders and Budding Inventors

By Anj Bryant last updated 10 January 21

Robo Wunderkind is a STEM-based robotics kit consisting of different modules and sensors aimed at teaching kids how to create their own robots and learn the basics of coding.

Autonomous Raspberry Pi Rover Wins First Place in Robot Contest

By Ash Hill published 23 September 20

A maker created an autonomous rover completely powered by a Raspberry Pi.

This Raspberry Pi Balance Bot Won't Fall Down

By Ash Hill published 17 July 20

This Raspberry Pi balance bot project was inspired by the Handle robot from Boston Dynamics.

DIY Robot Uses Raspberry Pi, Arduino to Fetch Balls

By Ash Hill published 19 June 20

This DIY robot uses a Raspberry Pi and Arduino to locate and retrieve balls.

UBTech Offering Summer Robotics Classes for Kids

By Avram Piltch published 18 May 20

UBTech's Camp:ASPIRE will offer weekly robot-building sessions throughout the summer.

DIY Robot Uses a Raspberry Pi and Laser to Entertain Cats

By Ash Hill last updated 19 May 20

This Raspberry Pi-powered robot is perfect for any tinkerer with a cat that has to be involved.

This Raspberry Pi Remote-Control Robot Keeps Itself Upright

By Ash Hill published 13 April 20

This Raspberry Pi robot is remote controllable and designed to keep itself in an upright position.

UBTech's Lifelike Walker Robot Takes Big Step Forward, Can Now Draw and Do Yoga

By Avram Piltch published 10 January 20

The 4.8-foot tall robot has greatly-improved balance and fine motor skills

Raspberry Pi-Powered Reachy Robot Can Grab Almost Anything, Including Your Heart

By Avram Piltch last updated 8 June 20

Up for pre-order now, the open-source robot can pick up and move objects and even display emotions.

Intel Announces RealSense L515 with ‘World’s Smallest’ LiDAR Camera

By Arne Verheyde published 11 December 19

Intel claims it is the world's smallest and most power efficient high-resolution lidar camera.

Best STEM Toys / Kids Robots 2019: Great Gifts

By Avram Piltch published 29 November 19

Give a gift that keeps on giving by teaching children valuable coding or electronics-building skills.

Kano: Star Wars The Force Coding Kit Review

By Scharon Harding published 26 November 19

A different kind of Jedi mind trick.

How to Buy STEM Toys for Your Kids

By Avram Piltch last updated 22 November 19

From robots to circuit sets, there are many toys available for boosting your kids STEM skills. Here's what to consider when choosing a STEM kit.

DIY Dragon Robot Flies in to Teach Kids Code

By Scharon Harding last updated 11 November 19

The dragon-shaped FireBot and gaming ChampBot are two new STEM robot toys priced at $129.99 that comes with a iOS or Android app for teaching block coding.

Sphero Launches Pair of Kid-Friendly Robot Kits

By Avram Piltch published 6 September 19

The popular STEM toy company announced two new products: the Sphero Mini Activity Kit and Sphero Mini Soccer.

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