After much anticipation Amazon announced Kindle Fire, a 7’’ tablet that runs Amazon’s version of Android and costs only $199. This incredible price point, combined with its seamless integration with Amazon movie streaming and the Android app store makes it probably the most credible competitor to iPad so far. What will Kindle Fire mean for families, kids and education? Could Kindle Fire eventually be the ultimate kids educational and gaming platform?
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Apple is working to underscore the learning power of the iPad2 with their latest ad. While many, especially parents, wonder if the iPad is just another pricey tech toy, Apple's latest ad highlights the capabilities of iPad as a learning device.
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by Natalie
Although my 4 month old son can’t quite understand books yet, I know that reading to him is great for his development. Or at least that’s what I tell myself every night when we settle down to rhyme our way through a Dr. Seuss book each night before bed. That’s right; I confess. I’m a grown adult and I still love Dr. Seuss. His playful rhymes carry messages of wisdom far beyond the years of childhood and offer a unique point of view for little hearts, and the young at heart. And that’s just part of why it’s so cool to have Dr. Seuss available on your iPhone, iPad or iTouch! Let’s take a look at some of the best Dr. Seuss apps!
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by Natalie
I remember when we got our first home computer when I was a kid. It made all those clicking and grumbling noises as it booted up, and I thought it was, quite possibly, the coolest thing. Ever. I’m pretty sure if a kid today was given the same machine, he’d think it must have been an artifact from the time of cave men and dinosaurs. Because today, kids have iPads.
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by Darren
Readers of traditional print books have become enamored with the convenience of books apps for their children. These applications make reading fun for kids while being full of educational value for years of learning for kids and parents alike. Our list of best free book apps for kids comes with new titles and classic titles that most of us as parents have known even when we were children. You will love revisiting these classic tales and getting involved in the magic of the new ones.
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by Darren
The iPod has revolutionized the way things are done in today's high speed digital world. In addition to being one of the greatest tools for music lovers ever assembled to download and play their favorite tunes, the iPod is also great for playing your favorite free iPod games for kids. We have hand picked some of the most popular titles at the App Store to give your child hours of playing fun. Browse through our list of games and see why we have chosen these apps for our list of free ipod games for kids.
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Apple's latest and greatest devices always seem magical when they're first released...But performing artist Simon Pierro is taking the magic of the iPad to a whole new level. Did you know that the new iOS 5 operating system will allow users to stream milk and Coke directly through the iPad? Or that the device comes with a lifetime supply of complimentary tennis balls?
Okay...so maybe the iPad isn't that magical yet, but this guy sure makes a convincing presentation. Gather the kids and prepare to be amazed!
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by Darren
There is no doubt that the technology of the iPhone is fun and engaging no matter what age group you fall in. As adults, we enjoy the capabilities the iPhone presents us when we are at work and play. We can create, edit and send documents. We can email, chat, or surf the web while we are engaged in a conversation. But what we like most as adults is the opportunity that we can sit down on a free afternoon after work and play Angry Birds for hours. Forgetting about us for a moment, the iPhone brings a level of excitement for our children as well. This is especially true when we engage them in educational games and applications to enhance their learning while having fun simultaneously. Here are our reviews for free educational apps for kids on the iPhone.
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When the iPad tablet emerged, we all had a sense that this little marvel would change the way we do a lot of things. The way we access the web, the way we read, and the way our children learn are a few of the positive events that have occurred since the iPad's arrival. Demand continues to rise as kids are as equally enthused as parents about the device. iPad games for kids are constantly being searched for as these games enable our children to learn at a higher and more fun-filled level. Learning doesn't have to be boring. Here is our list of iPad games for kids that can make your child's learning environment more exciting.
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May 20, 2011 5:02:00 AM
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We know that our children may not handle our iPads in the same manner in which we would. Making your iPad kid proof using a good iPad kids case or cover is the smart way to go. We discovered a protective foam encasement called The Big Grips Frame that will give you the kind of protection you are looking for, making it a perfect iPad accessory. Read on!
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The Apple App Store is full of iPad apps that can entertain and educate our special kids with Autism, learning disorders, help them improve improve social skills. Here's our best iPad apps for kids with special needs.
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With new apps constantly in development for the iPad, and the recent release of the iPad 2, we’re taking some time to review some of the best iPad kids apps. From learning to laughing, there’s plenty of iPad apps to keep the whole family entertained and engaged with everybody’s favorite tablet.
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Much waited iPad 2 announcement is here! The updated iPad will be available to anxious American consumers on March 11th and boasts a host of new features and faster processing. The rest of the new iPad2 features are given below:
What’s different about the iPad 2?
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Many great app previews gets submitted to the iPhoneAndKids site. These apps has video previews that you can just check out before you decide to purchase. We went through the apps submitted in the last two months and picked 10 apps to feature. If you are a developer, make sure to submit your new app with a video clip.
Below are our picks, take a peek at what’s available and try them out for yourself! There are some other great applications available at iPhoneAndKids forum, so make sure to check them out also.
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Dec 2, 2010 3:38:00 AM
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iPad is quickly gaining recognition as a premier piece of educational equipment. Schools are using the tools to teach, while parents are able to enlist the services of the iPad for homework assistance and basic learning for young tots. An ever-expanding market of apps designed exclusively for operation with the iPad offer educational opportunities in every subject imaginable, and this week we’ll take a look at five of the highest rated iPad educational apps.
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