Reviews for Electronics
These unique Neoprene iPod cases are made from Neoprene (the material that wetsuits are made of) to insulate and protect valuable electronics. From lunch bags to laptop cases, Built NY products are taking off like wildfire. We’re featuring this Electric Pocket which can hold an iPod™ or other MP3 player, cell phone, digital camera, etc. It cleverly ties onto things, much like luggage tags do, to belts, backpacks, handbags, or anything with a belt or loop. All of these products are fleece-lined and stretch to fit a wide range of gadgets.
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You may be saying “cheese” more often, but the look on your grandchild’s face when presented with this gift will be well worth it! Users tell us that this Fisher-Price Kid Tough waterproof digital camera for young kids (in both pink and blue) is indeed, “kid-tough.” It has a binocular-like viewfinder with chunky slip-resistent grips, an easy to find delete button that makes noise when you press it, and a wrist strap to help prevent mishaps. Now for the technical stuff that kids need not worry about. Features include: a 1.6″ color LCD preview screen, a USB cord for computer connection (compatible with Windows 2000/ME/XP/VISTA and Macintosh), built-in autoflash, 8 MB of built-in memory that stores up to 60 pictures (depending on resolution), and 1.3 interpolated Mega Pixels (or 640 x 480 resolution) for 4″ x 6″ prints. Everything your grandchild needs for instant photographic fun is included.
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You may be saying “cheese” more often, but the look on your grandchild’s face when presented with this gift will be well worth it! Users tell us that this Fisher-Price Kid Tough waterproof digital camera for young kids (in both pink and blue) is indeed, “kid-tough.” It has a binocular-like viewfinder with chunky slip-resistent grips, an easy to find delete button that makes noise when you press it, and a wrist strap to help prevent mishaps. Now for the technical stuff that kids need not worry about. Features include: a 1.6″ color LCD preview screen, a USB cord for computer connection (compatible with Windows 2000/ME/XP/VISTA and Macintosh), built-in autoflash, 8 MB of built-in memory that stores up to 60 pictures (depending on resolution), and 1.3 interpolated Mega Pixels (or 640 x 480 resolution) for 4″ x 6″ prints. Everything your grandchild needs for instant photographic fun is included.
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Feel like your young grandchild is ready for a movement game, but afraid you won’t recover (or parents might not either)? Cranium Hullabaloo movement game’s music, sounds and voice instruction are all combined into the game—and the movements aren’t too complicated—making it easier for parents and grandparents to initiate a quick game, or two… or three! This is definitely a crowd pleaser (with preschoolers and young gradeschoolers, and older toddler’s can join in as well. It’s interactive and combines elements of classic games like hopscotch, Simon says, and musical chairs.
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Nintendo Wii is the ultimate gaming system according to our young experts (both boys and girls) in the field — even though it’s not nearly the most expensive. It’s different from the others because it uses a handheld device called the “Wii Remote” that you move around, sometimes a lot, meaning that kids are active and not just moving a few fingers or flicking a wrist. The Wii Remote motivates you to move your whole body! For example, one of the games that comes with the system is tennis (it also includes golf which is completely addictive for us older folks). To swing the tennis racket, you simply swing the cordless Wii Remote and the tennis racket on the screen swings along with you. It’s quite brilliant and unique among game systems. Perfect for the entire family, even young children who love to create avatars (if you don’t know what these are, we suggest that you ask your grandchild). So if you have a gamer in your life that is in need of some new challenges and exercise, this could be it.
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We like this Fisher-Price Bounce & Spin Zebra ride-on toy because it allows toddlers (ages 1-3) to exercise and be active indoors without causing too much “commotion.” By age 1 or a bit older, your grandchild should be able to climb on/off the zebra unassisted, or with a bit of help. Coordination and balance are then developed, as she or he learns to bounce and turn 360 degrees. The handlebar has a rolling ball activity with lights and music to nurture hand-eye coordination, and sounds reward various movements (volume is controllable or the toy can be turned off). The zebra’s wide, sturdy base is stable and supportive, even with energetic bouncing and spinning — and it locks until its passenger is seated properly. Winner of the Toys ‘R Us Hot Toy Award in 2006.
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Pyramat Sound Seat for Video Games$129.99 at Amazon.com |
This Pyramat Sound Seat video gaming rocker has dual 8W speakers and an exclusive ARX subwoofer (this should all mean something to your grandson) that will “rumble through” his body (yikes!). It’s the perfect seat for video gaming and is compatible with PS2, Xbox, GameCube, Nintendo DS and PSP. He can also plug in his iPod or MP3 player, TV, VCR or DVD player. For movies, it delivers multiplex vibes in unbelievable comfort. There’s a headphone jack, too, if noise bothers anyone. And it comes with all needed connectors. Ok, sounds awful to you, but this gift will immediately get your grandson to shout, “you rock!” — also known as an extremely enthusiastic, “thank you!”
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TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator$99.99 at Amazon.com |
OK — this one is a must for any high school or middle school kid if they don’t already have one — plenty do! Trust us. It’s cool to carry around a calculator these days — and it’s even better to excel in (or at very least pass) algebra, geometry and calculus! Kids are not only allowed to have calculators with them in class, they’re required to have them when taking the SAT’s. In addition to doing all the things that calculators do (read, every bell and whistle you can think of) The Texas Instruments TI-83 Plus Graphing Calculator displays graphs and tables on a split screen, allowing you to trace the graph and scroll through table values simultaneously. Don’t ask us how to use it, but you can bet that if you buy it for your grandchild, it will a) be appreciated; b) be mastered; and c) at least raise your grandchild’s confidence in Math; and d) most likely raise grades. And… a + b + c + d = an outstanding gift!
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This gift is for the kid who’s already mastered all of the basics of Lego. There’s a good chance that she or he is also interested in computers and robots, in which case, Lego Mindstorms robot kit is without a doubt, a perfect gift. This is a real robot kit (Lego’s most advanced ever) featuring the new NXT Intelligent Brick — the robot’s brain. Once programmed by its new owner (where the fun begins!), the brick and the robot can do a lot of things many of us will never understand, but can appreciate, nonetheless. The kit comes with a quick-start guide, easy-to-use software (which works on both PC’s and the Mac) and step-by-step building instructions. In the past year, Lego Mindstorms NXT has already been purchased, tested, and wholeheartedly approved by PLENTY of “big boys,” including many dads, who’ve dreamed of building and programming a robot since the days of Lost in Space and The Jetsons. If you know a kid who you suspect has similar dreams, here’s a way to take him “by storm,” and fulfill those dreams with this incredible gift.
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This Goodnight Doll features a recordable chip so you (or mom or dad) can leave a special 10 second message for your grandchild to listen to at bedtime. Press on the left hand to record and on the right hand to listen. Of course, she’ll have fun experimenting with her own messages. And when she presses on the teddy bear’s paw, a little glowing night light turns on in his tummy — another helpful aid! Satin pajamas and a doll-sized blanket are included. Comforting and fun!
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