Ollie (formerly called Sphero 2B) Demo and Overview

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Channel: Children's Technology Review · 2014 · Science & Technology

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Coming Fall 2014, a polycarbonate tube-shaped rolling from the company that makes Sphero (the baseball-sized rolling balls). Customizable tires, hubcaps, and accessories are promised along with "built-in infrared technology for multiplayer games."  2B is much faster than Sphero. Teachers note that Orbotix promises a "fully programmable robot."  Connects to iOS or Android devices via Bluetooth LE, is powered by USB charging.

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