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littleBits

Logo: http://littlebits.cc, Non-free logo, via Wikipedia3

American electronics company

littleBits is a New York City-based startup that makes an open source library of modular electronics (open-source electronics), which snap together with small magnets for prototyping and learning. The company's goal is to democratize hardware the way software and printing have been democratized.2 It was founded by Ayah Bdeir.1 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Sep 2011Founded1
  • HeadquartersNew York metropolitan area1
  • Websitelittlebits.cc
  • Legal formcompany1
LittleBits Synth Kit
Photo: Ayah Bdeir, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons4

littleBits is a New York City-based startup that makes an open source library of modular electronics (open-source electronics), which snap together with small magnets for prototyping and learning. The company's goal is to democratize hardware the way software and printing have been democratized.2

The story

Founded by Ayah Bdeir on Sep 2011.1

Leadership

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Timeline

  1. Sep 2011Founded Founded1

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