?Although they can be a bit expensive, the latest generation of new high-tech toys specifically designed for young kids keeps getting better all the time.
The technical revolution that has swept the world in the last decade has resulted in the rapid development of hundreds of new gadgets and gizmos that many people now consider indispensable even though they never had things like smart phones and 3D televisions in the past. The parade of new high-tech products has reached into nearly every corner of our lives so completely that many people simply take it for granted that more new stuff that is even better than yesterday’s new stuff will always be coming into our lives. Although adults are pretty vocal when it comes to identifying what they want, a lot of the new technological stuff has by-passed the youngest generation of kids today as they have to rely on their parents to buy them the things they might want. Older children may now have cell phones, Facebook pages and their own televisions, but many kids in the primary grades do not.
One thing that all young children seem to want is new toys, and now there is some good news for the kids who want better new toys these days as the flow of technology has finally trickled down into the toy market. More new high-tech toys aimed specifically at young children are appearing every day. High-tech can also mean high-cost though, as the newest gadgets designed for kids are not exactly cheap, but they are very modern and different than anything kids in previous generations ever had. If their parents can handle to higher price tags of today’s newest tech toys, the kids will certainly not mind at all. Here’s a look at a few of the newest tech toys that are specifically designed for the younger generation today.
Apple iPod Touch 8GB - $199
Many young kids today are familiar with computers and smart phones because their parents and older siblings have them, however spending $600 for an iPad for an eight year old may not be a wise investment considering the way kids handle things. A better solution is now available in the form of the Apple iPod Touch that cost less than half of what the real thing costs. The iPod Touch lets kids download music, play thousands of games available from the App Store and shoot their own HD videos.
Star Wars Force FX Lightsaber - $100
For kids who are fans of the Star Wars movies, characters and products, the Star Wars Force FX Lightsaber replica is sure to please. This high-tech toy designed by Lucas Film comes in several versions and is equipped with a glowing blade, and authentic power-up and power-down sound effects.
Fisher Price Kid-Tough See Yourself Camera - $70
For the aspiring photographer still in elementary school, the Fisher Price Kid-Tough See Yourself Camera is a digital camera made just for kids. With child-friendly controls, the See Yourself Camera has a real rotating lens and allows kids to easily take pictures of anything they want. The camera also features 4x digital zoom, built-in special effects, 256MB of storage, and an SD card slot to expand the number of photos that can be taken.
Air Swimmer Remote Control Flying Fish - $30
Air Swimmer offers both a shark and a clownfish (think Nemo) version of its fantastic flying fish that measure five feet in length and are filled with helium to keep them buoyant in the air. Kids can control the flying seafood from up to 40 feet away with an easy-to-operate infrared remote control and the list of fun possibilities is endless.
LeapPad tablet Super Bundle - $160
Much like an iPad for kids aged four through nine, the LeapPad has more than 100 apps available including games and software that can help young children study basic reading, math, science and social studies. The LeapPad also includes a built-in camera that shoots photos and videos, and the waterproof device is rugged enough to withstand the rigors of the backyard as well.
