Turn a SMARTPHONE into a programmable ROBOT for kids!

Learn how to turn a smartphone into a programmable robot using simple electronics and paper. You will find all templates, the sample video and further instructions here: https://www.voltpaperscissors.com/diy...

I invented this robot as a cheap and simple DIY alternative to expensive robotic toys and to inspire a maker mindset within kids. The goal was to use only simple electronics, conductive tape, cardboard, and a smartphone as the robot's brain. There are no tools required! The robot can be programmed with MIT App Inventor or any other programming language.
This DIY project is not only fun for kids :-)

To make my easy robot, you will find all instructions here: https://www.voltpaperscissors.com/eas...
The basics video about conductive tape and paper circuits:
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Timecodes:
0:00 Intro
01:18 Why a smartphone robot is awesome
03:15 How the robot works
05:28 How to build a smartphone robot
08:50 Testing the smartphone robot
12:21 Two more tips
13:05 Teaser: Programming with MIT App Inventor