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.

Dec 3, 2021 · You can power your BBC micro:bit using a USB cable or battery pack. This article describes the types of connectors and batteries you require and how to connect them to the micro:bit.

It is advised that you do not power the micro:bit from USB battery packs. This is because some makes and models of USB battery packs can generate out of range voltages when they are not suitably loaded that could damage your micro:bit (i.e. when a small current is drawn).

The micro:bit Go box contains the micro:bit computer as well as a USB cable to connect to a PC and a AAA battery holder with AAA batteries so you can start creating straight away.

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This is the official, micro:bit-branded, AAA battery pack with a handy ON/OFF switch. This battery pack allows you to power your micro:bit projects without a USB cable, using the battery socket on your micro:bit board - great for those projects that require movement, motion and more!

Why not try powering a micro:bit with coin cell batteries? The MI:power board uses a single CR2032 battery to enable fun mobile projects!

Nov 27, 2020 · If your micro:bit does not appear to power up when connected to a battery, there are a few things you can check: If you have the latest BBC micro:bit, it has a red power LED, that will be lit when on USB and dimly lit on battery.

Official brand micro:bit battery pack. This option includes an on/off switch. The BBC micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together.

Mar 10, 2021 · If you use the battery pack with the micro:bit and want to prolong battery life further there are some tips you can follow: If you have the latest micro:bit version V2, you can use the power off/sleep mode.