The second generation BBC has been upgraded with a built-in speaker and microphone. This upgrade allows the BBC micro:bit V2 to have the same great features with the added ability to be creative with sound and touch in the classroom.The changes at a glance:- Built-in speaker- MEMs microphone with LED indicator- New Nordic Semiconductor nRF52833 processor- Larger flash memory with 512kB and 128kB RAM- Touch sensitive logo- Built-in sleep/off mode, ie.i.e. the board can be powered down with batteries connected- Discrete regulator that can supply up to 200mA of current to external accessoriesWhat is the BBC micro:bit?The BBC micro:bit is a single board computer originally designed for school purposes only. Due to high demand, the hobbyist computer is now available on the open market. The mini computer with a size of 4 x 5 cm is aimed at beginners as well as experienced hobbyists alike.The board is already equipped with a 5x5 LED matrix for output as well as a magnetometer and a 3-axis accelerometer. It also has Bluetooth®, two programmable buttons and 20 input/output pins, which means you can get started with your first projects without having to buy any additional electronics. On the micro:bit's own website you will find support in the form of tutorials and exercises.Beginners and professionals alike will enjoy the BBC micro:bit. Four programming interfaces are available for the tinkering computer: Code Kingdoms JavaScript, Microsoft Blocks, Microsoft Touch Develop and MicroPython. With these, programming can be done graphically or via text editor. In addition to programming on the PC via USB connection, programming via smartphone or tablet is also practical.