Get ready for a blast of coding and gaming fun with the KittenBot Meowbit! Crafted by cat - loving engineers at KittenBot, this handheld retro gaming computer lets you code your own games using MakeCode Arcade and MicroPython. It sports a GameBoy - like shape and can connect to micro:bit expansion boards. The 1.8' 160x128 color TFT screen, driven by the familiar ST7735 chipset over SPI, offers a vibrant gaming experience. With 8 buttons (4 - way D - Pad, A and B, menu and reset), a built - in speaker, and an SD card, you have everything you need to create and play games. It also comes with a bunch of sensors, including a light sensor, temperature sensor, and a 6 - DoF gyro + accelerometer. The micro:bit - familiar edge connector allows access to many expansion boards. Note that the Meowbit uses an STM32 chipset, different from micro:bit, and has no wireless or bluetooth. It's an excellent portable platform for Arcade and MicroPython, and can easily work with Arduino or other C platforms. Check out its cool features: STM32F401 Cortex M4 CPU with native USB support, USB program download/charging port with USB drag - n - drop bootloader (UF2), Li - Poly charging circuitry with an indicator LED (battery not included), 160 x 128 TFT color screen, multiple buttons, various sensors, on - off power switch, 2 programmable LEDs, buzzer, SD card slot, headphone 'JACDAC' Multiplayer Connector (not for audio), 2 MB SPI - flash, micro:bit - compatible edge connectors, and a silicone cover.
Using the KittenBot Meowbit is a breeze. First, if you haven't already, get a Li - Poly battery as it's not included. Connect the Meowbit to your computer via the USB port for programming and charging. You can download your code using the USB drag - n - drop bootloader (UF2). Once it's powered on, you can start coding games with MakeCode Arcade or MicroPython. Use the 8 buttons to navigate the interface and control your games. The built - in sensors like the light and temperature sensors can add extra elements to your game designs. When it comes to multiplayer, use the 'JACDAC' connector, but remember it's not for audio. As for maintenance, keep it away from extreme temperatures and moisture. If the screen gets dirty, gently wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. And always make sure to turn it off when not in use to save battery life.
