Sphero Bolt – Coding Robot Ball – Beginner to Advanced Programming – Ages 8+ – Learn to Code 3 Ways: Draw, Blocks, Javascript – Programmable Sensors – LED Matrix – Durable and Waterproof Design

Price: $179.00
(as of Oct 09, 2024 20:17:16 UTC – Details)

Product Description

A Striking Way to Learn and Play

BOLT is Sphero’s most advanced coding robotic ball to date, providing even more ways to express inventive ideas and experience the power of programming. BOLT’s 8×8 LED light matrix allows you to program your robot to display characters, vector graphics, sensor data, or play games on the matrix itself. Sphero BOLT can also ‘talk’ to other BOLTs using 360° infrared communication. Dive into storytelling with multiple bots, new games, and advanced movements.

With BOLT, STEAM learning can be easily facilitated at home and guided by parents. Packed with plenty of programmable sensors and a colorful LED light matrix, Sphero BOLT is paving the way for the next generation of coders.

Connect to the Sphero Edu app to program BOLT and discover awesome activities. Plus, it’s fun to take for a spin. Simply drive BOLT and play games with the Sphero Play app. BOLT paves the way for iridescent experiences and shocking amounts of fun while learning. Get started learning STEM at home with Sphero BOLT and our how-to resources guide for parents and remote educators.

Full STEAM Ahead!

LED Matrix

Program the matrix to display characters and vector graphics, or

play games on the matrix itself. We dare you to take your eyes off it.

Drive & Play

Put BOLT’s advanced sensors to work by driving your bot and playing a variety of games through the Sphero Play app.

Program 3 Ways

Using the Sphero Edu app, program your BOLT using draw and drive commands, Scratch blocks, or even JavaScript text programming.

STEM Activities

Foster creativity through discovery and play with BOLT and the Sphero Edu app, all while laying the foundation for computer science.

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Robot Size
About as big as a baseball About as big as a ping pong ball

Support Guides
Downloadable at-home learning guide. Downloadable at-home learning guide.

Material
Clear, durable, waterproof, scratch-resistant. Shell is sealed and does not open. Plastic shell opens for charging and exploring the robot.

Top Speed
2 meter per sec (4.5 mph) 1 meter per sec (2.2 mph)

What’s in the Box?
Sphero BOLT, Inductive charging base with UBS cable Sphero Mini, Micro USB charging cord, 3 mini traffic cones, 6 mini bowling pins

MORE THAN JUST A ROBOT: Sphero BOLT is a programmable robot ball that you can drive and code, providing endless opportunities to be creative and have fun while learning. Advanced yet approachable, you can learn programming, complete hands-on activities, and share your creations with the community. With BOLT, STEAM learning can be easily facilitated at home and guided by parents. Download the BOLT At-Home Learning Guide under product guides and documents.
ADVANCED SENSORS & LED MATRIX: Packed with plenty of programmable sensors including a compass, light sensor, gyroscope, accelerometer, motor encoders, and infrared communications, along with an eye-catching and animated LED matrix, Sphero BOLT is paving the way for the next generation of coders.
PROGRAM IRIDESCENT EXPERIENCES: BOLT provides endless ways to express inventive ideas and experience the power of programming. Powered by the free Sphero Edu app, you can create and customize games and code BOLT by drawing on your screen, using drag and drop coding blocks, or writing JavaScript.
BUILT TO LEARN & PLAY: This educational robot features a durable scratch-proof clear plastic shell, inductive charging for 4+ hours of play, and connects via Bluetooth SMART so you can see your commands and creations come to life. Play educational games or create your own through hands-on play and STEAM activities.
INSPIRING THE CREATORS OF TOMORROW: With our undeniably cool fleet of programmable robots and educational STEAM tools, we’re inspiring a new generation of inventors and changemakers through hands-on applied learning of coding, science, music and the arts.