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Ignite curiosity and unlock the microscopic world with the uHandy Starter Kit Smartphone or Tablet Microscope, the perfect STEM/STEAM educational tool designed for learners of all ages. This portable and versatile starter kit transforms any compatible smartphone or tablet into a powerful microscope, bringing science to life outside the traditional classroom.

uHandy Starter Kit Smartphone Tablet Microscope – 10–60× Optical & Up to 300× App Magnification STEM/STEAM Education Kit for Kids & Students

Model: uhandy-lite-kit
Web Code: 19646789
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What's included:

  • 1 Lo-Mag Lens1 Ring Light1 Lo-Mag Extension Stage3 Sample Cap (Mini Petri Dish)Ziplock BagCarrying PouchField JournalSampling Sticker (Flat + Bubble) + Sample Hub

uHandy Starter Kit Smartphone Microscope – 10–60× Optical & Up to 300× App Magnification STEM/STEAM Education Kit for Kids & Students

Ignite curiosity and unlock the microscopic world with the uHandy Starter Kit Smartphone Microscope, the perfect STEM/STEAM educational tool designed for learners of all ages. This portable and versatile starter kit transforms any compatible smartphone or tablet into a powerful microscope, bringing science to life outside the traditional classroom. With direct optical magnification from 10× to 60× and digital app-assisted magnification up to 300×, users can explore intricate details unseen by the naked eye. The high-precision Lo-Mag lens delivers crisp imaging down to 3.6 micrometers, making it ideal for observing tiny specimens, natural samples, and everyday microstructures with clarity and precision.

Perfect for at-home education, homeschooling, and classroom labs, the uHandy Starter Kit encourages hands-on learning, scientific exploration, and discovery. Whether you’re studying biology, ecology, or material science, this lightweight and intuitive microscope provides an engaging and visual learning experience—without the need for bulky traditional microscopes. Tailored for beginners and young scientists, the kit includes an array of tools and accessories to make sample preparation and observation fun and educational. Users can easily attach the microscope lens to their smartphone’s camera with a silicone clamp and use their favorite microscope app to zoom and capture images or video of samples.

From aquatic microorganisms to leaf structures and insect parts, the uHandy Starter Kit opens endless opportunities to explore living things and the hidden microcosm all around us. It’s a wonderful educational gift for birthdays, holidays, or science fair preparation, and an inspiring way to cultivate curiosity and scientific thinking in kids, students, and educators alike. With comprehensive components included, the kit supports a wide range of imaging and sampling tasks, bringing portable microscopy right to your fingertips.

Key Features:

- Smartphone Microscope Integration – Easily attaches to most iOS and Android devices to turn your phone/tablet into a powerful microscope.

- Dual Magnification Capability – Direct optical magnification (10×–60×) plus app-assisted digital zoom up to 300× for deeper viewing.

- High-Resolution Imaging – Captures clear microscopic images with a resolution of up to 3.6 micrometers.

- Complete STEM Education Kit – Includes Lo-Mag lens, ring light, extension stage, sampling tools, Petri dishes, stickers, and field journal.

- Portable, Lightweight & Easy to Use – Ideal for classroom experiments, homeschool lessons, field exploration, and science projects.

- Perfect Gift for Curious Minds – An ideal educational gift for kids, students, and budding scientists to explore the unseen microscopic world and spark a lifelong love of science.

Specifications:

- Optical Lens Type: High-precision Lo-Mag plastic lens.

- Direct Magnification: ~10×–60× optical power.

- App Magnification: Up to ~300× digital zoom.

- Resolution: ~3.6 micrometers.

- Field of View: ~5 mm diameter.

- Compatibility: Works with iOS & Android devices.

- Included Accessories: Lo-Mag lens, ring light, extension stage, 3 mini petri sample caps, sampling stickers (flat & bubble), ziplock bag, carrying pouch, dropper(s), tweezers, centrifuge tubes, Petri dishes, sample hubs, and Field Journal.

- Dimensions (Approx.): Lo-Mag Lens: 70×30×28mm / Ring Light: 49×32×7mm / Full Kit: 252×190×40mm.

- Weight: ~600g total kit.

Product Condition
Brand New
Recommended Ages
8 Years And Up
Skill Level
Beginner
Model Type
Other
Material
Plastic
Required For Assembly
Yes
Development Type
Creativity
Development Type 2
Cognitive

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