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 [...]
Review: VTech V-Motion Active Learning System
Written on Nov 17, 2008 by Brian and filed under Reviews, VTech
V-Motion from VTech is a console gaming system designed for kids age 3-7 years old. The console comes with one wireless controller and one game, along with standard RCA connection cables to connect to your television. There’s also an online component, with VTech’s V.Link USB drive that connects to a PC. The whole system is all about simplicity, from setup to use, which is perfect for children who are ready to interact with a starter gaming system.
WowWee Rovio Gets New iPhone Application
Written on Nov 14, 2008 by Brian and filed under News, WowWee
WowWee’s Rovio sky camera robot is on the edge of what we cover here, and now we’re talking iPhone applications, so we’re pretty well outside the realm of kids tech…this one might be a little more for the kid inside. At any rate, there’s a new Rovio controller application at the Apple App Store which gives Rovio owners more control and functionality.
Review: Cars Tractor Tipping for the Tag Reading System
Written on Nov 13, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News, Reviews
Cars Tractor Tipping for the Tag Reading System recounts the scene from the Cars movie where Lightning and Mater head out for a night of mischief in the fields. The book also includes four learning games with a focus on phonics skills and vocabulary.
Hannah Montana for LeapFrog Didj Released
Written on Nov 12, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News
LeapFrog has released Hannah Montana, a new game for the Didj portable learning gaming system. This is the first Hannah Montana branded learning game in the industry. The game features math, spelling, time management and vocabulary educational elements and is designed for 3rd to 5th graders.
Review: T. Rex’s Mighty Roar for the Tag Reading System
Written on Nov 11, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News, Reviews
As with all Tag books, T. Rex’s Mighty Roar offers a story and learning games. The story in this case is a little short, but it’s fun. We watch baby T. Rex learn that while he will one day be a mighty dinosaur to be feared, that as a youngster he still needs his mother.
LeapFrog Tag Reading System is All-Time Favorite Educational Toy
Written on Nov 11, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News
According to a survey released today by eBay, LeapFrog’s Tag Reading System is the best educational toy ever. Don’t get us wrong, we really like the Tag Reader, it earned an Editor’s Choice award from our site, but best educational toy ever? We’d have to maintain historical perspective and give the nod to number two on the list, Texas Instrument’s Speak & Spell.
Mattel D-REX Interactive Dinosaur Shipping
Written on Nov 10, 2008 by Brian and filed under Mattel, News
D-REX, Mattel’s less popular robot dinosaur, is shipping now for a retail price of $149.99. While a little more expensive than Fisher-Price’s Spike (also a Mattel company), D-REX is being discounted already.
Review: LeapFrog Tag Reading System
Written on Nov 10, 2008 by Brian and filed under LeapFrog, News, Reviews
Sometimes technology can engage new readers in a way paper books don’t. That’s the bet with LeapFrog’s Tag reading system, a wand that kids use to interact with books and other learning aids. The wand includes an optical reader to tell where it is on a page, and a speaker that is used to read the words or story to kids and gives them instructions for educational games.
Toys R Us Trying to Move Spike the Ultra Dinosaur
Written on Nov 6, 2008 by Brian and filed under Fisher Price, News
Spike the Ultra Dinosaur, from Fisher Price, has a lot going for it. The remote controlled dino is already a hit amongst kids and parents who worry about durability have been pleasantly surprised thus far.
Wall-E Ultimate Control Robot Shipping Now
Written on Nov 1, 2008 by Brian and filed under News, Thinkway
There are a bunch of Wall-E branded robot toys, but this one is the “ultimate.” The 16″ tall Wall-E Ultimate Control operates via remote control and features light-up eyes and movie-like expressions and sound effects. This Wall-E is recommended for kids 8-14 and retails for $249.99 and is currently a Toys R Us exclusive.