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 [...]
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 criteria, [...]
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.
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.
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.
LeapFrog [...]
Mattel Announces “Loopz” Memory Game
Written on Apr 21, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under Mattel, News
Loopz™ is Mattel’s new take on electronic memory games. Remember Simon? Now, imagine Simon from the future, flipped on his side, and capable of playing seven different games.
Loopz™ challenges players to remember a pattern of lights and sounds or follow the leader by putting their hands through four semi-circular rings, or “loopz.” Players can compete [...]
PeeWee PC Announces Shipment of PeeWee Kit
Written on Apr 13, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under News, PeeWee, PeeWee PC
Rather than spending money on a “computer-like” toy for your preschool or elementary school student that the child will just outgrow, PeeWee has created software that transforms any computer into an age-appropriate device for children.
Parent-Focused
Designed specifically for low-cost notebook computers, the PeeWee Kit software saves parents the time spent downloading child-specific programs, setting access controls, [...]
Fisher-Price Announces New Pre-K iPod Games
Written on Mar 29, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under News
Fisher-Price™ has announced three new iPhone apps, the first of their kind, geared toward, yes, you guessed it, preschoolers.
Let’s face it, cell phones are the new car keys, and many parents allow their 2-5 year olds to play with their phones while waiting at the doctor’s office or while grocery shopping. Knowing this, Fisher-Price™ has [...]
Fisher-Price Announces Photo Sharing on Facebook
Written on Mar 26, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under Fisher Price, News
Fisher-Price has announced “Moments to Share,” a new Facebook tool that allows parents to create a dynamic timeline capturing milestones in the lives of their children and families. Parents can upload photos and videos to “Moments to Share” much like they already to do Facebook. Then, they can add dates, locations, captions and stories about [...]
Toy Fair 2010: Off the Beaten Path, Technology-wise
Written on Mar 2, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under News
One of the really cool things about Toy Fair is that along side the big toy manufacturing conglomerates like Mattel, Fisher Price, Hasbro, VTech, and Lego, you also get to see small mom and pop shops, toys that are waiting to be picked up for manufacturing, and items sold overseas looking for a market share in the US. Here’s where I found some of the coolest items.
Toy Fair 2010: Hot Tech Toy Trends
Written on Feb 19, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under News
Toy fair is every kid’s dream: acres of every kind of toy imaginable surrounded by product specialists anxious for you to stop at their booth and try their offerings. Oh yeah, and did I mention that almost every booth had free candy? Too bad for the little guys that you have to be over 18 to even enter the show. Fortunately, I met the age requirement and got to play with a whole host of new toys and new takes on old toys. Here are some highlights of what I saw.