An innovative hardware approach helps beginners
have fun with technology and build their first project in
minutes
Today Arduino, the open-source leader famous for making
technology accessible to all, launches the Plug and Make Kit to
help people of all ages take the first step into electronics in a
fun and easy way. Anyone can make their own smart, connected
device and get to know the Internet of Things (IoT)
firsthand.
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The new Plug and Make Kit is Arduino's
new gateway to fun, quick, easy technology. An innovative hardware
technology removes all frictions so even beginners can create their
first connected device in a single session: choosing from a game
controller, a weather station, a smart timer and much more – the
possibilities are endless! (Photo: Business Wire)
Since 2005, Arduino has built a global community of 33+ million
users thanks to products like the iconic Arduino UNO®
microcontroller, Arduino Starter Kit, Arduino Cloud, the hugely
popular Arduino IDE software, and a slew of educational kits for
learners at all levels. Each addition to the ecosystem is meant to
help people connect to their passions, innovate, and play an
active role in technology.
Now, the new Arduino Plug and Make Kit ups the ante and
lowers barriers more than ever, allowing anyone to develop
functional smart devices in a single session. Even beginners and
young inventors can start creating new projects quickly and easily,
and feel the huge sense of accomplishment that comes with
building something with their own hands, learning and having
fun.
“The Plug and Make Kit is Arduino’s new entry point into the
world of IoT and electronics: one that is more accessible, fun and
engaging than ever. No matter their age, background or interests,
everyone can experience that first taste of technology,” comments
Fabio Violante, CEO of Arduino.
Go from idea to fully functional smart device in a single
session
The new Plug and Make Kit experience starts with 7 fun and
useful projects that allow anyone to assemble components in a
snap, without soldering or breadboards, and to control the new
device via intuitive Arduino Cloud dashboards, even from their
smartphone.
- Weather Report: Never forget your umbrella, with a visual
forecast for rain!
- Hourglass: Who needs an egg timer? Customize your own digital
hourglass
- Eco Watch: Make sure your plants thrive in the perfect
temperature and humidity
- Game Controller: Level up with your very own HID (Human
Interface Device) gamepad
- Sonic Synth: Get one step closer to being a rockstar, DJ or
sound engineer!
- Smart Lights: Turn the lights on and off from your couch, via
your smartphone
- Touchless Lamp: Control lights with a simple gesture
After the launch, more projects will be released online to give
users more and more ideas.
It’s just the beginning!
“The components in the Plug and Make Kit can be used to create
endless applications – also swiftly integrating with Arduino’s full
ecosystem of hardware and software tools. In fact, we can expect
Arduino’s vast community to develop and share many original ideas
soon,” concludes Fabio Violante, CEO at Arduino.
The Plug and Make Kit offers the easiest, most fun introduction
to a world of opportunities and wonder, where technology is open to
all. It’s for everyone, because it’s the simplest kit Arduino
has ever made.
Intuitive hardware meets easy Cloud integration
The Plug and Make Kit combines Arduino’s extensive resources and
complete ecosystem with an innovative hardware approach. It
includes:
- Arduino UNO R4 WiFi main board: this maker’s favorite is
a unique combination of simplicity for first-time users and
potential for future implementations. The board is based on Renesas
RA4M1 Arm® Cortex® M4 as main microcontroller and Espressif ESP32
S3 as connectivity device.
- Modulino® sensors and actuators: buzzer, 6-axis IMU,
temperature and humidity sensor, buttons, knob, LED strip and
time-of-flight proximity sensor – that’s 7 nodes for different
functionalities! They simply snap together, with no risk of
mistakes. Several Modulino feature the new STM 32C0 microcontroller
based on Arm® Cortex® M0 architecture.
- The Modulino Base: a whole new physical frame designed
to keep projects looking and feeling neat.
- Online resources to swiftly integrate with the Arduino
ecosystem: a dedicated content platform in multiple languages, free
and easy-to-use programming tools, a smartphone app to monitor and
control IoT devices, and readily available Arduino Cloud templates
to get up and running in minutes.
The technology behind the kit
The kit was developed by choosing the best components for
durability and convenience, teaming up with leaders like Renesas,
Espressif and STMicroelectronics.
“Last year we teamed-up with Arduino for the development of the
new Arduino UNO R4, the quintessential board for rapid prototyping
– upgrading the device to a 32-bit Arm® architecture, opening up a
new range of possibilities. Now we are extremely happy to see our
RA4M1 Microcontroller and Buck Regulator ISL854102FRZ technology
being deployed within Arduino’s Plug and Make Kit to foster the new
generation of innovators, lowering the barriers to entry into
technology,” said Mohammed Dogar, VP and Head of Global Business
Development and Ecosystem at Renesas Electronics.
“We’re proud to support Arduino on its mission to allow anyone
to innovate, whether in harsh industrial environments or in the
comfort of their homes. The intuitive Modulino® nodes incorporate
the high technological standard of our STM32C0 microcontrollers and
our sensors, both MEMS (LSM6DSOX, LPS22HB) and Time-of-Flight
(VL53L4CD): this is the kind of solution that truly puts great
potential into people’s hands, giving them the best tools along
with the freedom to explore,” adds Alessandro Maloberti, Partner
Ecosystem Director, STMicroelectronics.
Where to find the Plug and Make Kit
The Plug and Make Kit can be purchased worldwide from the
Arduino Store, as well as from major distributors including
Digikey, Farnell, Mouser Electronics, Reichelt, the RS Group and
many other official partners.
About Arduino
Arduino is the leading open-source hardware and software company
in the world. Born to provide an easy-to-use platform for anyone
making interactive projects, Arduino has reached a growing
community and adapted to new needs and challenges, branching out
into products for IoT, wearables, 3D printing, and embedded
environments. As of today, the Arduino community includes over 33
million active users.
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