VTech MobiGo

© 2010 VTech Electronics North America
$60, Smart Toy, mobigo
Teaches: early learning, math, reading, logic
CTR Rating: 92.5%
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Note: See the MobiGo 2. VTech's completely re-engineered MobiGo is an important new addition to the handheld learning category. Compared to Leapster Explorer, the other major edu-gaming system, MobiGo is not nearly as customizable or deep in content, serving more as a plug-and-play device with 2 GB of memory and the ability to track progress for just one child at a time. Plus there is no backward compatibility with the age-old V.Smile cartridges, a break from the past for V.Tech. Fortunately, the included Touch & Learn game cartridge offers six fun games. There's also a hidden surprise -- a clear 320x240 touch screen that slides up to reveal a QWERTY keyboard, so children can push buttons and touch the screen. Powered by four AA batteries or AC power (neither included) there are also ports for earphones and a USB connector for saving progress online. Additional $20 cartridges feature characters from Toy Story, Dora, Mickey Mouse and Shrek.