Toy Fair 2010: Off the Beaten Path, Technology-wise
Written on Mar 2, 2010 by RuthJS and filed under Featured, 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.
LeapFrog Crammer Released – Portable Studying Tool
Written on Oct 7, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News
LeapFrog has released a new portable study aid for kids ages 8-14. The Crammer is a pocket-sized device that allows kids to download questions and flash cards and quiz themselves on the go, all while listening to their favorite music. The Crammer retails for $59.99
WowWee Rovio Goes on Sale Today
Written on Sep 26, 2008 by Brian and filed under News, WowWee
WowWee’s Rovio, which is branded as a mobile webcam, hits stores today for a retail price of $299.99. Rovio is much more than a webcam though. Rovio can be controlled via the web, mobile phone or even gaming console remotes and it returns to base when it needs to charge again, like a Roomba.
VTech V-Motion Learning System Now Available
Written on Sep 3, 2008 by Brian and filed under News, VTech
VTech has announced that the V-Motion Active Learning System is now shipping. V-Motion is a console system that connects to the TV and features learning games designed for kids age 3-7. Similar to consoles aimed at an older audience, kids interact with V-Motion with motion-activated, intuitive wireless controller that is adaptable for right and left-handed play.
Leapster2 and Didj Get Star Wars and Indiana Jones Games
Written on Aug 5, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News
LeapFrog has announced a new partnership with Lucasfilm for enducational games developed for the Leapster2 and Didj platforms. The new Leapster2 game, Star Wars: Jedi Math, and the two new titles for Didj, Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull are available now.
Playskool Dance Cam Announced
Written on Feb 12, 2008 by Brian and filed under News, Playskool
Playskool has announced Dance Cam, which is designed to let preschoolers dance to songs while watching on-screen characters dance along in tandem. The Dance Cam is designed for kids age 3 and up and will ship this fall for $39.99.
Playskool Announces Kota – Animatronic Triceratops
Written on Feb 12, 2008 by admin and filed under News, Playskool
At the Toy Fair in New York today, Playskool formally announced Kota, an animatronic dinosaur designed for kids 3-6 years old. The dino features 11 sensors to interact with your child, runs on six D batteries and will run $300 this fall.