VTech Intros MobiGo Touchscreen Learning Device
Written on Jun 8, 2010 by Charles Jefferies and filed under News, VTech
VTech has launched its MobiGo handheld learning device featuring an interactive touch screen and QWERTY keyboard. Designed for children ages 3 – 8, it features early learning games that help develop skills in math, language, and logic. Parents can plug the MobiGo into their PC or Mac and download progress reports.
The touch screen interface allows kids to tap, flick, pat, and drag & drop. There is also a slide-out QWERTY keyboard.
The MobiGo is durable and is designed to be used on-the-go. It has built-in headphone jacks.
An online store for MobiGo featuring downloadable games and progress reports for parents will launch in July. The standard included cartridge holds seven games; there will be 11 initial licensed MobiGo games, including Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story 3 and Shrek and Disney Princesses:
- Ben 10 Ultimate Alien
- Disney Fairies
- Dora the Explorer
- Mr. Men & Little Miss
- Shrek 4
- Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story 3
- Disney/Pixar’s Cars
- Disney Princesses
- Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
- NASCAR
- Super Hero Squad
The MobiGo is available now in Toys R’ Us stores and will be available nationwide in August at key retailers, www.amazon.com for SRP $59.99.
Have a comment about this article? Leave a comment in the KidsTechReview.com forums.