• Shipping Details: Ships as 5 cartons
• Dimensions: 15.83" D x 11.85" W x 8.23" H
• Weight: 17.11 lbs

Root® Coding Robots use Bluetooth® Low Energy to connect to the iRobot Coding App. To control the robot, you must download the App and pair your Bluetooth-supported device or browser with the robot.

Battery

• 2600 mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery
  

Sensors

• 32x Color sensors
• 4x Capacitive touch zones
• 2x Front bumpers
• 2x Light-sensing eyes
• 2x Wheel encoders
• 1x Power button
• 1x 3D gyroscope
• 1x 3D accelerometer
• 1x IR cliff sensor
• 1x Battery level monitor

Outputs

• 2x Drive motors
• 4x Large multicolor LEDs
• 1x Piezoelectric speaker
• 1x Marker lift & drop motor
• 1x Eraser lift & drop motor

External Connectors

• 1x Charging cable port
• 2x Charging contacts

Q: What age(s) are the Root® coding robots designed for?
A: The Root® Coding Robots are designed for pre-readers as young as age 6. For any child under the age of 6, adult help is recommended.

Q: What operating systems are the Root® coding robots compatible with?
A: The Root® Coding Robots are compatible with devices running most major, up-to-date operating systems, including Android, Chrome OS, Windows, iOS, and macOS. Users may access the iRobot® Coding App on the App Store or Google Play Store, or through Bluetooth enabled browsers at code.irobot.com.

Q: How do I connect my device with the Root® coding robot?
A: In order to connect to the Root® coding robots using the iRobot Coding App, your device requires Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and a supported browser such as Chrome or Edge. Please ensure your device is running iOS 10 or higher.

Q: Are there activities available for the Root® coding robot?
A: Yes! Please visit our learning library for hours of coding and STEM activities. Premium content modeled after educational standards is also available for purchase.

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