Programmable Robotics Kit, The Lego Boost, Is Now Available For Preorder

The highly-anticipated programmable robotics kit from Lego is almost here, with the company recently opening preorders.

The Lego Boost is reportedly straightforward, featuring two motors, a color and distance sensor, and comes equipped with the parts required to construct a Lego cat, robot, car, guitar, and more.

Children can utilize a simple Android or iOS app, which utilizes a basic drag-and-drop programming system in order to build whatever their heart desires.

At $159.99, the Lego Boost kit is designed more for young kids to play with than education, which could help spark their interest in more educational kits moving forward.