Arduino Opla IoT Kit AKX00026
🧠 What It Is
The OPLÀ IoT Kit by Arduino is a plug‑and‑play IoT learning and prototyping platform that helps you make everyday appliances “smart” — turn them on/off, monitor sensors, log data, and control them remotely via smartphone or web dashboards using Arduino IoT Cloud. It combines a programmable board, sensors, relays, display, and guided projects all in one kit.
📊 Infographic‑Style Summary
ARDUINO OPLÀ IoT KIT | | (AKX00026) |🎯 Purpose | Learn & build IoT connected devices | 🧠 Core Board | Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 (Wi‑Fi IoT) | 🧪 Main Carrier | MKR IoT Carrier (OLED + sensors) ,📟 Display | Round OLED Display | 🔘 Buttons | 5 × Capacitive Touch Buttons |🌡 Sensors | Temp, Humidity, Light, Pressure | 🎯 Motion & Inputs | IMU, PIR Motion, Soil Moisture | 💡 RGB LEDs | 5 × RGB LEDs | 🔁 Relays | 2 × 24 V Relays (control devices) | 💾 Storage | microSD card slot | 🔌 Power | 18650 Li‑ion holder (battery not incl)| | ☁️ Cloud Support | Arduino IoT Cloud + 12 mo Maker Plan | 🧰 Projects Included | 8 Guided IoT builds + 2 intro guides |
🔌 What’s in the Box
Hardware included:
Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 board – the Wi‑Fi connected microcontroller.
MKR IoT Carrier board – with OLED display, touch buttons, built‑in sensors, relays, LEDs, microSD slot, battery holder, and plug‑and‑play sensor ports.
Sensors: Soil moisture sensor and PIR motion sensor.
Cables & enclosure: Plug‑and‑play sensor cables, plastic case, and Micro‑USB cable.
⛔ Note: The 18650 Li‑Ion battery is not included.
🧪 Onboard Electronics & Sensors
✔ OLED Display – shows real‑time info from sensors and UI feedback.
✔ Capacitive touch buttons – interactive UI without mechanical switches.
✔ Environmental sensors: Temperature, humidity, ambient light, pressure.
✔ IMU (motion sensor) – detects orientation and motion.
✔ RGBC & gesture/proximity sensor – spot hand gestures and colored light.
✔ Relays (2 × 24 V) – control external appliances such as lamps or fans.
✔ Five RGB LEDs – configurable lights for notifications and UI.
✔ PIR motion & moisture sensors – plug‑in sensing for security & gardening projects.
🌐 Connectivity & Software
The kit uses the Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 board with integrated Wi‑Fi and hardware security, making it easy to connect to:
✔ Arduino IoT Cloud – create remote dashboards, logs, and automations.
✔ Arduino IoT Remote app – control and monitor devices on your phone.
✔ Arduino IDE – code, customize logic, and upload directly.
The kit also comes with a 12‑month free subscription to the Arduino Create Maker Plan (premium IoT Cloud features).
📚 Ready‑Made Projects
The OPLÀ kit ships with 8 guided IoT projects that help you learn step‑by‑step:
Remote Controlled Lights – change lamp color/modes via mobile.
Personal Weather Station – monitor and view local weather data.
Home Security Alarm – detect motion and trigger alerts.
Solar System Tracker – display planetary data via IoT.
Inventory Control – track goods entering/exiting a location.
Smart Garden – monitor soil moisture and plant conditions.
Thermostat Control – automate heating/cooling systems.
Thinking About You – send IoT messages to cloud devices.
Plus 2 introductory guides teach basic IoT concepts.
🚀 What You Can Build
This kit is versatile for a range of smart, connected projects without soldering:
✔ Smart home automation (lights, thermostat).
✔ Environmental & weather monitors.
✔ Security and motion systems.
✔ Smart gardening and plant care.
✔ Inventory and device tracking.
✔ Custom connected devices with cloud dashboards.
🧠 Why It Matters
The OPLÀ IoT Kit makes IoT development accessible even if you’re just starting out — with visual interfaces (OLED & touch), plug‑and‑play sensors, cloud connectivity, and real projects that turn theory into real products. You get hands‑on experience with sensor data, Wi‑Fi control, dashboards, and automation without heavyweight hardware design.

