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LeapFrog Clickstart My First Computer
- Turns television into a learning computer and teaches how to use mouse and keyboard and to navigate screens
- Miniature mouse for little fingers to point and click; colored buttons to help learn keystrokes
- Four learning games teach phonics, letters, animal facts, counting, and computer skills
- Includes wireless keyboard, plug and play console, mouse and mouse pad
Product Description
LeapFrog’s ClickStart My First Computer is the first preschool learning system featuring a desktop experience that looks and works like a grownup PC. The ClickStart platform turns any TV into a child’s first computer, simultaneously introducing core preschool skills and basic computer functionality. A friendly green puppy named Scout accompanies little ones on their learning journeys, appearing on the wireless keyboard with automatic shut-off as well as in onscreen … More >>
LeapFrog Clickstart My First Computer
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December 15th, 2009 on 11:09 pm
We got this as a present but we have not even opened it. It seems to me that sitting our young son in front of the TV to play games, even if they’re “educational” doesn’t seem right to me. I know it’s easier parenting for us to have him staring catatonically in front of the TV for an hour, but I don’t want to teach him at age 3 to become obsessed with the computer games and TV. Just my opinion.
Rating: 3 / 5
December 16th, 2009 on 1:09 am
I recently bought this for a xmas gift at the price of $45 – normally priced at $60. Only a week or 2 later, Target had this same gift on sale for $40 plus you could use their toybook coupon of $10 making the final price $30. Needless to say I was disappointed that I jumped on this deal too soon to only realize I could have gotten a better deal elsewhere. Oh well, you win some, you lose some.
Shipping was fast and the product looks great – just wish I could have saved myself the extra $15.
Rating: 4 / 5
December 16th, 2009 on 3:12 am
The keyboard doesn’t turn off. The light under the mouse is always on, leading to a quick drain of the batteries. It never goes in “sleep mode” either. I would understand if an A/C adaptor was sold for the keyboard and not only the console, as this would be a wise way for Leapfrog to make money. Unfortunately, there is no adaptor, so you must by four AA batteries every week, or try to explain to your three-year old that she needs to play with something else.
Anyone who writes a positive review without mentioning this obvious failure in the product’s design is a fake.
Rating: 1 / 5
December 16th, 2009 on 4:56 am
My daughter is almost three and has been very interested in using our computers so this seemed like a good toy for her. The concept is great and even within the first hour her mouse skills improved dramatically. The games were entertaining but there isn’t much substance to them. On that basis alone, this gets decent marks for fun and educational value.
Unfortunately, there are some major cons. Battery life, as indicated by many other reviewers. The mouse is not particularly well designed, the cord is somewhat stiff and the pad does not allow a full range of motion. Another issue with the hardware is that the keyboard sets up interference with my remotes, I can’t access the TV when it is on. The keyboard itself uses cheap clicky keys which while providing some tactile feedback raise concerns about stress injuries. Overall, the technology level is very low in almost every aspect and it feels like its cutting too many corners, especially in the game design. Its enough to keep a three year old entertained the first time they use it but I can’t imagine that this is the kind of toy a six year old would go back to.
Rating: 3 / 5
December 16th, 2009 on 6:49 am
I am unable to give a review on the toy educational value because my son haven’t had the chance to use it. But I will rate the delivery condition of the item with a 5 star because it came in excellent condition. Also the product came in a timely manner. It is very sturdy and well build.
Rating: 5 / 5