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Zero wires. Infinite uses.
The Bean connects your physical devices to the digital world. This is Punch Through Design’s newest addition to the Internet of Things.
Arduino Compatible
Wireless
Cross-Platform
We’ve bundled a microcontroller with our very own Low Energy Bluetooth module to give you a tiny little board that you can program wirelessly from your smartphone or desktop. It runs on a coin cell battery for extended periods of time while in sleep mode —ideal for use as a long-term sensor or data logger.
Built-In Functionality
With an RGB LED, and a 3-axis accelerometer, there are thousands of applications that will not requiring any modifications.
Create a motion alarm to warn you if someone moves your bike. Get wireless notifications for text messages, emails, and Facebook posts. Build an iPhone-controlled Nerf gun turret. The possibilities are endless.
Want to build even more projects?
Order four Beans and get a free Maker Kit -
Filled with sensors, resistors, capacitors, headers, even a Piezo Buzzer!
Prototyping Mobilized
The Bean is programmed wirelessly with Arduino code. Make, build, and invent from any device with Bluetooth 4.0 at any location.
Finished encasing your project? No problem, you can easily connect to the Bean wirelessly and tweak a line of code. Grab a coffee and program! You won’t even need to take the Bean out of your backpack.
Easy App-cessories
Easily use the LightBlue App to interact with your Bean instantly. Scan for all nearby devices and connect without ever having to navigate complicated settings.
Go a step further and write an App on your favorite platform. Making a smart phone accessory has never been this easy.
LightBlue can connect to any Bluetooth LE peripherals, but when connected to Bean it offers a simple interface customized to the Bean’s functions. You can always return to the classic view, if you wanted to view the actual characteristics.
Interacting with hardware is now as close as your favorite smartphone or tablet.
What will you build next?
Checkout these fun example projects for ideas!