We’re excited to announce that we now have rechargeable battery packs and smart chargers for the GoPiGo and BrickPi robots! Rechargeable Battery Pack Smart Charger Buy as a set for $49.99

We have just released an update to DexterOS, version 1.2.0! The TLDR We’ve packed even more fun into DexterOS and you can download it here, or download an update package here.  We’ve added many new functions and improvements for Bloxter and Python. Sensors The biggest difference are the updates we’ve made to the sensors you can use in Bloxter. ...

We’ve launched the GoPiGo3 and our new operating system DexterOS, and now it’s being used by schools all over the world! Our goal was to make a robot that was easy to build, set up, and use in a classroom setting. So far, we’re pleased at the response from educators and students, and look forward to hearing from more...

We’re excited to announce the updated version of DexterOS — 1.1.0, which enables your GoPiGo to interact with the world in a host of new ways! Sensors, sensor, sensors!      We’ve added support in Bloxter for more sensors as well as blocks to control up to  2 servos that you can use to rotate those sensors. The following...

You know what you want… now, prep and work with your PTO/PTA to make it happen. I primarily work with educators at Dexter Industries to help them figure out what they need for their classrooms and assist in getting them started with their robots kits. Outside of my Dexter work though, I’m very involved in my children’s school, having...

This is a time of new beginnings, fresh starts, and a whole lot of chaos. by Lisa Rode, 6th Grade Classroom Teacher in Fairfax County, VA When starting a new school year or initiative, how do you add anything more? If you are not familiar with programming and robotics, adding “just one more thing” can be a bit intimidating,...

With summer in full swing, STEM robotic camps are starting up all around the world!  Students are using their summer to brush up on coding skills and learn robotics.  Many summer STEM camps are using the Raspberry Pi to teach coding skills, and many this year are using the GoPiGo.  We checked in with Club SciKidz, which is running...

What I learned at ISTE 2017 The ISTE conference is a spectacular reminder of why teaching is one of the best professions.  It is incredible to talk to so many educators, administrators, district-level technology coordinators, and others from around the world.  Each one is so passionate about what they teach and learning new things to help their students.  The...