It's everything you need to dive into Google's world of smart devices, but be warned that the Android App Development Kit drops novices in the deep end.

These days we're spoiled for choice when it comes to starter kits for those looking for their first taste of electronics and programming. The Android Things Starter Kit is more impressive than most – with great hardware and easy access to Google's powerful cloud services – but be prepared for a steep learning curve if you're not already an Android developer.