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Apps and Software

uKit EDU app

For UKIT Beginner and UKIT Intermediate

Developed by the robotics experts at UBTECH, the uKit EDU app makes it easy for educators and students to build, program, and bring to life every UKIT Beginner and UKIT Intermediate project.


  • Quick access to all pre-designed models referenced in the UKIT lesson plans and more
  • Advanced 3D, 360-degree modeling system to support students through each build
  • Block-based programming with text-based preview in Python
  • Pose-Record-Play tool to help novice coders easily program motors
  • Flexible functionality so students can imagine, design, and save their own robotics projects
  • Compatible with iOS, Android, and most Chromebook devices (See FAQ for full system requirements)

uCode

Software you can use alone or pair with uKit Explore/Advanced

uCode is the web programming environment that takes machine learning to the next level. Students of all levels can program using block-based coding and dual text-based programming. uCode not only programs UKIT robots but goes above and beyond, allowing students to create digital games and animations, drive 3D simulations, and utilize real-time AI programming.


In order to connect the UKIT Advanced board within uCode, users must install and open the uCode Connection Assistant (PC or Mac) within uCode (they will be prompted when trying to connect).

uCode Connection Assistant for Windows

Release date: 2023-06-09 Version number: V4.2.2-9
The hardware connection assistant on the uCode webpage allows uCode to connect and control hardware devices in the physical world.

uCode Connection Assistant for macOS

Release date: 2023-06-09 Version number: V4.2.2-9
The hardware connection assistant on the uCode webpage allows uCode to connect and control hardware devices in the physical world.

uCode Extension for Chromebooks

Release date: 2021-10-12 Version number: V4.0.0-6
The hardware connection assistant on the uCode webpage allows uCode to connect and control hardware devices in the physical world.

  • 3D, 360-degree modeling system supports students through each build (38 total builds total)
  • AI-integrated blocks and machine model training environment enables students to incorporate AI functionality into projects
  • Virtual stage mode allows students to create games, animations, and virtual programs that also connect with uKit hardware
  • Upload mode supports to support dual programming with block-based and text-based (C/C++) programming ability (connects with Arduino IDE)
  • 3D simulation lab with virtual drive programming environments for programming virtual robots without external hardware
  • Optimized for Google Chrome and best runs within the Chrome browser

Arduino IDE

For uKit Explore/Advanced

The uKit Explore programming board is also fully compatible with the Arduino programming environment. The Arduino IDE is an open-source platform that allows users to write programs and upload to multiple microcontrollers.

Yanshee app

For Yanshee

Yanshee supports multiple languages, including Java, C, C++, Blockly, Perl, and Python, and its iOS and Android app offers a gamelike environment that lets students program the robot to sense its environment and gather data. Yanshee comes equipped with intelligent voice and visual recognition and built-in fall management system.

  • Runs on an open-source platform
  • Supports multiple programming languages – Java, C/C++, block-based, Perl, Python
  • Fully extensible using the Raspberry Pi platform
  • Yanshee website

JIMU Robot app

For all JIMU Robot kits

The JIMU Robot app makes it easy to build, program, and bring to life every JIMU Robot kit creation. The JIMU Robot system supports students to expand their robotics and STEM learning.

  • Quick access to all pre-built models included with each kit
  • Advanced 3D, 360-degree modeling system to support students through each build
  • Simple Blockly-based, drag-and-drop programming
  • Pose-Record-Play tool to help students easily program motors, lights, and sensors
  • Flexible functionality so students imagine and design their own models
  • Compatible with iOS, Android, and most Chromebook devices (See FAQ for full system requirements)
  • To install the JIMU app on Android devices click here to access a direct download file.