Microscope with Smartphone Adapter - Thames & Kosmos

Thames & Kosmos Student Microscope: Take a Closer Look, Then Share Your Discoveries

Discover details you cannot see with the naked eye, then capture them with your smartphone. This Thames & Kosmos student microscope offers 60x, 150x and 600x magnification, a battery-powered LED light and a universal smartphone adapter for taking photos and videos through your phone's camera. Start with the three prepared slides, then use the included tools to collect and prepare specimens of your own.

What's Inside

The student microscope comes with an instruction manual and a 45-piece accessory set containing:

• 1 universal smartphone adapter.
• 3 prepared slides.
• 8 blank slides.
• 16 cover slips.
• 8 slide labels.
• 3 specimen vials.
• 1 Petri dish.
• 1 test tube.
• 1 pair of tweezers.
• 1 pipette.
• 1 stirring rod.
• 1 spatula.

Why Kids (and Parents) Love It

• A starting point for new explorers: three prepared slides let learners practise using the microscope before preparing their own specimens.
• More than one view: switch between three magnification levels to explore specimens at different scales.
• Discoveries worth sharing: the smartphone adapter lets you use your phone's camera to record photos and videos of what you observe.
• Hands-on specimen preparation: blank slides, cover slips and collecting tools give curious learners a next step beyond viewing prepared samples.
• Guidance as you go: the manual explains how to use the microscope and its tools.
• Light where it is needed: long-lasting, battery-powered LED illumination lights your specimens for observation.

Good to Know Before You Buy

• The microscope has durable plastic construction and is designed for student exploration.
• The adapter is described as compatible with almost any smartphone, rather than every phone. A smartphone is needed to capture photos and videos, but not for viewing through the eyepiece.
• The prepared slides and smartphone adapter are part of the 45 accessories, not additional to them.
• The LED light is battery-powered. Check the packaging or manual for battery type, quantity and whether batteries are supplied.
• Follow the manual and packaging warnings when handling slides, cover slips and specimen-preparation tools. Check the packaging for recommended age and supervision guidance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What magnification does this microscope offer?

It offers total magnification of 60x, 150x and 600x. These are produced by combining the 15x eyepiece with the 4x, 10x and 40x objective lenses respectively.

Can we take photos and videos with a smartphone?

Yes. The included universal adapter lets you use your smartphone camera to capture photos and videos of your discoveries. The adaptable design is described as compatible with almost any smartphone; compatibility with every model is not guaranteed.

Do we need a smartphone to use the microscope?

No. You can observe specimens directly through the 15x eyepiece. The smartphone adapter is there for recording and sharing what you find.

Are there slides ready to view?

Yes, three prepared slides are included. There are also eight blank slides, 16 cover slips and tools for collecting and preparing your own specimens.

Does the microscope need batteries?

The LED illumination is battery-powered. Refer to the packaging or instruction manual for the required battery type and quantity, and to confirm whether batteries are included.

Is there help with learning to use it?

Yes. The included manual gives detailed guidance on using the microscope and its tools, so you can begin with prepared slides before moving on to specimen preparation.

Who makes it, and would it suit a science gift?

The microscope is from Thames & Kosmos. It is an option for a curious learner interested in microscopy, specimen preparation and photographing discoveries. Check the manufacturer's recommended age on the packaging before choosing it for a child.

Product Details

• Brand: Thames & Kosmos.
• Product: Student microscope with universal smartphone adapter.
• Total magnification: 60x, 150x and 600x.
• Eyepiece: 15x.
• Objective lenses: 4x, 10x and 40x.
• Construction: Durable plastic.
• Illumination: Long-lasting, battery-powered LED.
• Accessories: 45 pieces, including the smartphone adapter and prepared slides.
• Instructions: Detailed manual included.
• Smartphone compatibility: Adapter designed for almost any smartphone.