Any iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch that runs iOS 12 or newer is compatible with the iOS Sphero Edu app. Any MacBook, iMac, Mac Pro, or Mac mini that runs macOS 10.12 (Sierra) or newer is compatible with the macOS Sphero Edu app.

How do I connect my iPad to my Sphero?

1. Remove Sphero from the Induction Charger.
2. Shake Sphero awake. ...
3. Access iOS Bluetooth settings. ...
4. Wait for the device to detect Sphero. ...
5. When your Sphero is detected, select it for pairing. ...
6. Once your Sphero is paired and glowing white, connect to it with one of the supported Sphero apps.

What app do you use for a Sphero Mini?

Use Sphero Mini toy robot as a game controller for arcade-style games in the Sphero Play app. Perfect for playing on the go or with limited space. Choose from 3 different games - shoot through space, speed through a tunnel, or smash a polygon of bricks.

What can you do with a Sphero Mini?

PLAY GAMES: Use Sphero Mini as a game controller for arcade-style games in the Sphero Play app. Perfect for playing on the go or with limited space. Choose from 3 different games - shoot through space, speed through a tunnel, or smash a polygon of bricks. With 1 hour of play time, Sphero Mini is the next big thing.

What is the difference between sphero and Sphero Mini?

Sphero Mini is new for 2017, it's a smaller version of Sphero with some cost reductions to make it more affordable. Sphero is still programmable with Sphero EDU (support for Swift Playgrounds has not been announced at time of writing.) Sphero Mini has a shell that opens so that you can plug the device in for charging.

Sphero Mini - Getting Started

Can Sphero Mini go in water?

Is Sphero Mini waterproof? Sphero is not waterproof with or without its shell. We wouldn't recommend taking your bot for a swim.

Does sphero Mini have sound?

Add Sounds

Add a Sound block, making it the first block inside the loop. ... You can choose a completely random sound by selecting Random, or choose a category of sounds. The sound will come out of your iPad.

Can you program sphero mini?

Beginner learners can drive and play STEM-inspired games with the Sphero Play App, and more experienced learners can advance to programming the Mini with Block Based Coding or Javascript in the Sphero Edu App.

How do you charge a sphero mini?

How to charge: Sphero Mini charges via a Micro USB charging cable. A cable is provided in the packaging, simply remove Sphero Mini's shell, locate the small micro USB charging port, and plug Sphero Mini into a power source. Sphero Mini has two different power modes, Power Off and Standby.

Why wont my Sphero connect?

To resolve this issue, make sure that all Bluetooth devices you could use to connect to Sphero (smartphones, tablets, iPods, etc.) within 50 feet are turned off or have Bluetooth turned off. Place Sphero in the charger and hit the button on the side of the charger, this should hard reset Sphero.

How do I reset my sphero mini?

Extra Sphero Mini Tips

To reset the Mini, plug it in to a power source, wait a few seconds, and then unplug it. In order to put the robot in standby mode, close the app and let it sit until its lights go off.

Do spheros work on Chromebooks?

As of today, all Sphero robots are now compatible with the Sphero Edu app on Chromebooks running the latest versions of Chrome OS.

Does sphero mini work on carpet?

The Sphero Mini does much better on laminate flooring, but will still run fine on most short pile carpets – although it might not be quite as nippy (this might be for the best). ... Tucked away in the Sphero Mini app are some basic arcade games that let you use the Sphero Mini as a controller.

Can you code Sphero from computer?

Sphero can be programmed in about 14 different languages including Ruby, Python, JavaScript, and C#. There is an official Windows 8.1 SDK here and the community has also created a SDK.

Does Sphero use scratch?

The entire line of Sphero robots can incorporate Scratch programming in one way or another. The block coding option found within the Sphero Edu app is based off of Scratch. ... Block coding, however, is what most students use since it offers an easy enough starting point.

Why does my Sphero mini keep disconnecting?

The app may disconnect from the robot if the battery level is too low. You'll know your robot has a critical battery if it has LEDs that are flashing red. Time to charge! Resetting Bluetooth: There's a lot of code that goes into making an awesome Bluetooth connection happen.

How do you know when Sphero Mini is fully charged?

While Sphero is charging, the blue light on the front of the cradle will flash slowly, and once Sphero is charged the light will glow a solid blue. Charging usually takes between 30 minutes to 2 hours, depending on how depleted the battery is.

How long does sphero mini battery last?

The Mini only differs from the original Sphero in that it isn't as rugged, so you can't put it in water or really use it on concrete or dirt. It also has a shorter battery life of 45 minutes to an hour, as opposed to the original Sphero, which lasted more than an hour. (The Mini charges over microUSB.)

Which Sphero is waterproof?

Is Sphero SPRK+ Waterproof? SPRK+ is also waterproof so be sure to pack one along with your towel. Like BOLT, SPRK+ has a hard shell that makes it waterproof and shockproof. It also features inductive charging, so there are no nooks or crannies for substances to get stuck in, so SPRK+ is ready to roll on any surface.

What Sphero should I buy?

If you are not worried about waterproofing, paintable, or excessively durability, the Sphero Mini may be your best option. Similar to the Sprk+, the Mini interacts with the coded programs in the same way it's big brother does. The main benefit is that you can afford almost 3 Mini's for the cost of 1 Sprk+.

Does Sphero have a camera?

The Sphero itself doesn't house a camera, but the "Sphero Cam" app lets you shoot a video using your phone's camera while you drive it.