# PictoBlox 10.0 adds support for Arduino UNO R4 and Alvik robot

> **Key takeaway:** STEMpedia's PictoBlox platform now supports Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, UNO R4 Minima, and the Alvik robot for block-based and Python coding.

**Published:** 2026-10-22T12:24:35+00:00 
**Source:** Arduino Official Blog 
**Category:** open-hardware 
**Canonical URL:** https://fosswire.org/news/pictoblox-100-adds-support-for-arduino-uno-r4-and-alvik-robo.html 

## Summary
STEMpedia and Arduino have announced a collaboration to bring PictoBlox 10.0 compatibility to several hardware platforms. The update enables block-based and Python programming for the Arduino UNO R4 WiFi, UNO R4 Minima, and the Alvik robot. The platform aims to simplify learning AI, machine learning, and IoT by removing syntax barriers for beginners.

## PictoBlox 10.0 capabilities
- Supports **block-based visual programming** and **Python**.
- Compatible with **Arduino UNO R4 WiFi**, **UNO R4 Minima**, and **Alvik robot**.
- Enables experimentation with **AI**, **machine learning**, **tinyML**, and **IoT**.
- Allows control of sensors (e.g., IR sensors) and actuators (e.g., LEDs, servo motors).
- Supports wireless project control via the **Dabble** Bluetooth app.

## Why it matters
This integration lowers the entry barrier for students and educators to work with modern Arduino hardware using visual programming tools.