Review: VTech’s New V.Reader
Written on Jul 6, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under Featured, VTech
VTech® describes it’s new V.Reader™ as an “animated e-book system.” In my opinion, it’s like a kiddie Kindle and has taken e-readers for kids to a new level. Designed for children 3-7, it’s both easy to use and fun. Add to that the fact that it was a hit with our reviewers, and I think [...]
Wild Planet Announces Woody’s Run-Around Roundup
Written on Jan 12, 2010 by Brian and filed under Disney, Featured, News, Wild Planet
Toy Fair doesn’t start for another month, but Wild Planet it out ahead of the show announcing Woody’s Run-Around Roundup. Run-Around is the second Disney version of this active game platform from Wild Planet.
Review: Ultimate Buzz Lightyear Robot
Written on Dec 18, 2009 by Brian and filed under Disney, Reviews, Thinkway
Ultimate Buzz Lightyear was a summer announcement for Disney and followed in the steps of the Ultimate Wall-E from the year prior. Ultimate Buzz features 7 motors, multiple sensors and over 100 sayings in Tim Allen’s Buzz voice. The sometimes-delusional Buzz can also walk, play games and otherwise be directed by kids via 15-button remote.
Disney Launches The Muppets Animal Drummer for Apple App Store
Written on Dec 16, 2009 by Brian and filed under Disney
Disney Interactive Studios has launched another Apple App Store program, this one centered around Animal of The Muppets fame. Kids get to sit in the drummer’s seat for a game that combines memory and finger dexterity.
Review: Disney Pix Twist
Written on Dec 16, 2009 by RuthJS and filed under Digital Blue, Disney, Reviews
Disney’s Pix Twist digital cameras are designed for kids age 7 and up and come in two styles: Jonas Brothers and Disney Princess. The Pix Twist was part of Disney’s summer announcements of digital cameras and digital video cameras for the tween crowd and features a rotating lens for self portraits, 5 megapixel sensor and the Disney PhotoFriends image overlays.
Review: Disney Mix Lights Digital Music Player
Written on Dec 8, 2009 by Brian and filed under Digital Blue, Disney, Reviews
Disney has expanded on their digital media products for kids with the Mix Lights line of digital media players from Digital Blue. The Mix Lights media players feature internal rechargeable batteries, 2GB of storage, SD card slot and a light show that pulses with the beat of your music. The Mix Lights comes in four designs: Jonas Brothers, Wizards of Waverly Place, Princess Wish and Hannah Montana.
Review: Disney Flix Jr. Video Camera
Written on Dec 5, 2009 by RuthJS and filed under Digital Blue, Disney, Reviews
The Flix Jr. video camera by Disney is a functioning digital video recorder for children ages three and up. Able to record up to 30 minutes of video in two minute increments, the Flix Jr. comes in three varieties: Cars, Toy Story, and Princess. I reviewed the princess version.
Review: Disney Netpal [Asus Eee MK90H Netbook]
Written on Nov 30, 2009 by Brian and filed under Disney, Reviews
Kid’s computing usually comes in a few varieties, but often a kid’s first real computer is a hand-me-down PC from Mom or Dad. While there have been plenty of cheap laptop, desktop and Netbook solutions on the market that can be made to work for kids; Disney has taken an interesting approach, totally customizing an Asus Eee Netbook. Their re-defined Netbook, called the Disney Netpal, offers many enhancements designed for kids that are both cosmetic and designed for Internet safety.
Review: Disney Pix Jr. Digital Camera
Written on Nov 25, 2009 by RuthJS and filed under Digital Blue, Disney, Reviews
Disney’s Pix Jr. digital cameras are designed for ages 3+ and come in four varieties; Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Cars, Toy Story and Princess Pink. The cameras are made by Digital Blue and feature 1.3 megapixel sensors, storage for 500 photos, USB connection, fixed focus and 1.5″ color screen.
Disney Launches Disney.com Application for iPhone/Touch
Written on Oct 28, 2009 by Brian and filed under Disney, News
Disney has a load of Apple applications already and today they’ve added one more. The free application includes several content features around Disney characters, music, video and games. Disney has also committed to regular updates for the application so kids continually get something new to interact with.
Disney Netpal Available Now
Written on Aug 11, 2009 by Brian and filed under Disney
In June, Disney announced they’d be selling a kid’s version of the popular Asus netbook. The Disney Netpal features more than 40 parental control options, an 8.9″ display, WiFi, Windows XP Home, and kid-friendly software featuring Disney characters. Initially due out in July, it looks like they’ll start shipping next week for $349, but they’re available for pre-order now.