is possible to order nRF51822 preprogrammed?

[Nicola]

Hi all,

I read that the nRF51822 comes as a blank chip from the factory, and this means that we have to program the SoftDevice ourself. I am wondering if this is the only available choice. Is there any way to obtain a certain amount of nRF51822 preprogrammed with the softdevice?

[Jörgen]

Is there any chance you can have bootloader preloaded in future?

[Ole Morten]

This is something that is being considered, but as far as I know, no decisions has been made. It will for sure not happen in the short term, but maybe at some point in the future.