2012 was a banner year for new
inventions in the toy industry. The variety of toys to choose from has never
been bigger than it is right now. Here are a few of the new toys introduced in
2012:
Vtech Switch & Go Dinos
This toy can transform from a vehicle to a dinosaur and back again in a few easy steps. This particular line contains seven toys. Since this is a Vtech toy, that is not all that they do. Each toy includes an LCD screen that shows educational dinosaur facts, vehicle and dinosaur sound effects and customized animation. It is made for ages 3 to 8.
Barbie Photo Fashion Doll
Barbie has always been a natural in front of the camera. However, now she has actually become the camera. Since most cell phones now contain a digital camera, it was only a matter of time before a Barbie doll had a digital camera built inside like this one does. Children can snap photos that are displayed on Barbie’s T-shirt. The doll also contains preloaded graphics that allow the child to change Barbie’s look. When there is no space left on the camera, the photos can be transferred to a computer hard drive. There is a website associated with the doll that allows kids to custom make their photos with various Barbie backgrounds. This doll is made for ages 6 and up.
Sbyke S-16
Do you have a young child that wants to join the bigger kids that are riding scooters? The Sbyke S-16 can help your child keep up with the bigger kids and train for riding a real scooter at the same time. The large wheel helps to keep the bike steady, while the wide deck will allow your child to keep their feet side by side. It includes a hand brake and rear steering. The fact that it is constructed out of lightweight materials makes it easy to lift and put in your trunk for transportation. It is made for children up to age 8.
Crayola Digital Light Designer
Old-school “coloring” will never be the same after this imaginative offering from Crayola. It uses a digital light stylus that is on a 360-degree dome. This allows children to draw using colored LED lights. They can choose to draw freehand, create animation or choose from the available activities and games. Up to 50 of the child’s creations can be stored for later playback. It is designed for children 6 and up.
K’NEX Atomic Coaster
The latest in a line of new inventions from K’NEX is a four foot tall roller coaster. It features two cars that roar to the finish along a brightly colored track that is 37 feet long. A mechanical pulley raises both cars to the beginning of the track. Children will enjoy building the roller coaster step by step. The coaster is designed for ages 9 and up.
This is just a small handful on the new inventions for toys in 2012. There are many more on the horizon. The toy industry is a competitive market. This competition between toy manufacturers can only benefit the consumer. Companies will continue to keep churning out inventive toys to educate and entertain children everywhere.
Vtech Switch & Go Dinos
This toy can transform from a vehicle to a dinosaur and back again in a few easy steps. This particular line contains seven toys. Since this is a Vtech toy, that is not all that they do. Each toy includes an LCD screen that shows educational dinosaur facts, vehicle and dinosaur sound effects and customized animation. It is made for ages 3 to 8.
Barbie Photo Fashion Doll
Barbie has always been a natural in front of the camera. However, now she has actually become the camera. Since most cell phones now contain a digital camera, it was only a matter of time before a Barbie doll had a digital camera built inside like this one does. Children can snap photos that are displayed on Barbie’s T-shirt. The doll also contains preloaded graphics that allow the child to change Barbie’s look. When there is no space left on the camera, the photos can be transferred to a computer hard drive. There is a website associated with the doll that allows kids to custom make their photos with various Barbie backgrounds. This doll is made for ages 6 and up.
Sbyke S-16
Do you have a young child that wants to join the bigger kids that are riding scooters? The Sbyke S-16 can help your child keep up with the bigger kids and train for riding a real scooter at the same time. The large wheel helps to keep the bike steady, while the wide deck will allow your child to keep their feet side by side. It includes a hand brake and rear steering. The fact that it is constructed out of lightweight materials makes it easy to lift and put in your trunk for transportation. It is made for children up to age 8.
Crayola Digital Light Designer
Old-school “coloring” will never be the same after this imaginative offering from Crayola. It uses a digital light stylus that is on a 360-degree dome. This allows children to draw using colored LED lights. They can choose to draw freehand, create animation or choose from the available activities and games. Up to 50 of the child’s creations can be stored for later playback. It is designed for children 6 and up.
K’NEX Atomic Coaster
The latest in a line of new inventions from K’NEX is a four foot tall roller coaster. It features two cars that roar to the finish along a brightly colored track that is 37 feet long. A mechanical pulley raises both cars to the beginning of the track. Children will enjoy building the roller coaster step by step. The coaster is designed for ages 9 and up.
This is just a small handful on the new inventions for toys in 2012. There are many more on the horizon. The toy industry is a competitive market. This competition between toy manufacturers can only benefit the consumer. Companies will continue to keep churning out inventive toys to educate and entertain children everywhere.
