Review: Ultimate FX LightSaber by Hasbro
Written on Oct 18, 2011 by RuthJS and filed under Brands, Featured, Hasbro, News
“An elegant weapon for a more civilized age,” is how Ben Kenobi describes a lightsaber in “A New Hope.” The Ultimate FX Lightsaber, new from Hasbro, is hands down closer to that description than any other toy lightsaber we’ve played with. And, agreed with us, our testers did. Overview Hasbro’s Ultimate FX Lightsaber is well-designed [...]
LeapFrog Announces LeapPad Explorer [Toy Fair 2011]
Written on Feb 15, 2011 by RuthJS and filed under LeapFrog
Hot on the heals of the rush of tablet devices geared toward adults, LeapFrog announced the new LeapPad Explorer™: a learning and entertainment tablet for kids. Available in summer 2011, the LeapPad is designed for children ages 4 and up, combining serious technology in a durable package. According to LeapFrog, the LeapPad incorporates the following: [...]
LeapFrog’s New Online Learning World
Written on Jun 25, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under LeapFrog, News
LeapFrog announced it’s new online learning world: LeapWorld. “We asked parents what they look for in online experiences for their children,” said Craig Hendrickson, senior vice president and chief product officer, “and parents said safety, fun, and education. In response, we are excited to launch LeapWorld, an online space that not only addresses these three [...]
LeapFrog Intros Explorer Handheld Learning Device
Written on Jun 9, 2010 by Charles Jefferies and filed under LeapFrog, News
LeapFrog Enterprises announced its Leapster Explorer Learning Experience device. Designed for kids ages four to nine, it features a high-resolution touch screen display, downloadable applications, a click-in camera accessory, and Flash and 3D graphics.
LeapFrog Introducing New Device
Written on May 15, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under LeapFrog, News
Leapfrog is poised to announce it’s new Leapster Explorer in early June. Retailing at $69.99, the Linux-based touchscreen computer is an e-book reader and a gaming console. Kids will be able to connect to LeapWorld, download apps, create animations and play games, among other things. Parents can monitor children’s activity using Leapfrog’s Learning Path software. [...]
Review: LeapFrog Click n’ Create Digital Camera
Written on Dec 22, 2009 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, Sakar
Sakar has brought to market the LeapFrog digital camera that we first saw at CES earlier this year. The Click n’ Create features a 2.1 megapixel sensor, 1.5″ display and runs on three AAA batteries.
Review: LeapFrog Zippity
Written on Oct 26, 2009 by RuthJS and filed under LeapFrog, Reviews
The Zippity Learning System was developed out of a partnership between LeapFrog and Disney. Considering the fact that LeapFrog is one of the best companies at producing educational technology for young children, and that Disney is such a popular content brand, it’s no surprise that this system is a hit with kids.
LeapFrog Rolls FlashQuiz for Apple App Store
Written on Aug 31, 2009 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog
LeapFrog has launched a second application for the Apple App Store, FlashQuiz. The mobile flashcard and quiz game gives kids in third- through eighth grade study tools to prepare for tests and other classroom activities. FlashQuiz matches school’s curriculum to provide appropriate and challenging games in math, science and social studies.
Review: LeapFrog Tag Junior
Written on Jul 29, 2009 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, Reviews
Perhaps the most popular electronic reading aid for older kids is the LeapFrog Tag Reading System. LeapFroghas used that same technology to reach an entirely new, and younger, audience with the Tag Junior. Kids who are just starting out with animal sounds, colors and other basics can wave the frog-ish Tag Junior over specially inked pages for a fun and interactive learning experience.
Review: LeapFrog Text and Learn
Written on Jul 10, 2009 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, Reviews
By now most families have at least one parent with a smartphone or other small computing device that gets regularly carried around. LeapFrog has designed the Text and Learn to appeal to young kids who want to emulate their parent’s behavior. While parents may be engaged in more advanced activities, the Text and Learn gives those 3 and older a way to learn more about letters on a device similar to their parent’s.
Review: Neopets Learning Game for LeapFrog Didj
Written on Jul 8, 2009 by Thomas S. and filed under LeapFrog, Reviews
Explore the land of Neopia while healing cursed faeries and learning language arts skills. The Neopets learning game for the LeapFrog Didj teaches and enforces contextual spelling, possessive nouns, parts of speech, and subject-verb agreement for 7-10 year olds. It’s a low-pressure game where your child explores the game world, collects items, completes quests, and gathers petpets by playing educational games with them.