The ‘Consumer Electronics Show’ held in second week of January 2012, has turned out to be a huge success. To everybody’s surprise, the exhibition showcased immense collection of gadgets for the kids. Parents were quite happy to grab glimpses of the most innovative and advanced gadgets at the stalls. Few of those gadgets are based on providing a better education through visual training methods, while others are designed to provide fun and entertainment through interesting games and animations. Some of the unparalleled gadgets launched for the kids are mentioned below.
1. Hello Kitty tablet for kids
The Sakar International Electronics manufacturer has showcased a modern Hello Kitty tablet at the CES 2012. The tablet has a 7 inch touch screen with a resolution size of 800 X 400 pixels. It runs on Android Gingerbread version 2.3. Like other devices, Hello Kitty also possesses two cameras. Apart from the volume controls, this tablet has only one button which could be used for switching back to the previous screen. The device could be connected to a personal computer or any other external device via a mini-USB port. To everybody’s surprise, this tablet features a HDMI port that makes the device compatible with LCD and LED monitors.
Price: $200.
2. Kid-Tough portable DVR
Fisher price has unveiled a sturdy gadget that could record programs from your television. The recorded programs could be viewed later through the 3.5 inch screen. This device has external speakers to play audio tracks in stereo format. Headphones can also be plugged in with this device. It has a capacity to record 2 hours of video contents with the default storage space. However, the capacity of its recording time is expandable, as it uses micro-SD memory cards. Parents can entertain their kids, as well as keep them away from the expensive electronic items through this device.
Price: $150.
3. Nintendo Wii U
The highly renowned video game manufacturer, Nintendo, has unveiled its most advanced video game console, Wii U. The highlight of this console is its controller which possess a 6.2 inches touchscreen of the aspect ratio 16:9. Users can play their games from the controller’s display screen without depending on the LED or LCD monitor screens. The controller has advanced motion sensor controls which deliver a realistic gaming experience. One can also browse internet, stream online videos, make video calls, stay fit with health updates, aim your target on the screen, and a lot more.
Price: Not applicable.
4. Games for kids v1.0.1 (iOS)
‘Game for kids’ is a pack of six child-friendly games that are compatible with iPod, iPad and iPhone. Wombi is exceptionally famous for producing easy games for the young kids with simple user interfaces. These games are destined to improve their thinking skills through witty puzzles, visual patterns, word associations, etc. They also have child-friendly voices for narration and funny background sounds.
Price: $0.99
5. Pedometer for kids
GeoPalz have launched a few designs of pedometer for the kids. Literally, this device will help the parents to track their child’s physical activity. To mention, these pedometers have Android application that will require the kids to meet specific conditions to unlock certain features in their parent’s mobile phone. Thus this device motivates kids to do their regular physical exercises. These pedometers could be clipped to the kids’ shoes or any other sports equipment. The manufacturer’s online reward system could fetch surprising gifts for the kids according to their performances.
Price: $25
6. Fuhu’s kid-friendly Nabi tablet
Fuhu’s Nabi tablet is based on the Android platform version 2.2. The device has a 7 inches display screen with wi-fi facility as well. The device includes rich educational content along with games, movies and music. Kids can use this tablet to read e-books, sketch cartoons and learn maths too.
Price: $199
7. Crayola and Griffin team up again with iOS Apps and Accessories
Crayola and Griffin have partnered together to launch their latest application and accessories at the CES, 2012. Crayola Lights, camera, color HD application allow the kids to convert a picture into a coloring page. They can color the pictures with digital brushes, pencils, markers and crayons. This universal application is compatible with iPhone and iPad. ‘Crayola color clickers’ is a protective case with attractive stripe designs.
Price: Color clickers case- $29.99, Crayola application- $1.99.
