Still Loving our LeapPad2

So last month I reviewed the new LeapPad2 and my boys still love it.  Just the other day I downloaded a Rescue Bots video, Globe Game and Cooking Game, which I absolutely love that they have an app store.  Oh and since we have two LeapPads (one old and one new) they can both have the new apps I purchase on each device!

Here is a quick re-cap of my LeapPad2 Review:

Some of my favorite features of the original LeapPad:

  • Games compatible with Leapster Explorer and LeapPad (we have both so its nice not to buy different games)
  • Ability to download games through an App store at reasonable prices
  • Built-in Camera and video recorder
  • Good size for kids to play and hold in their hands
  • Stylus included and can be attached with string

The new LeapPad 2 has all the above features and then some!

Main differences between LeapPad 2 and LeapPad:

  • Camera in Front and Back of LeapPad 2 (only 1 camera on back of LeapPad)
  • Bigger Memory Size (4 GB compared to 2 GB)
  • Recharger available
  • Up to 9 hrs. of battery life (compared to only up to 8 hrs.)
  • Bigger Processor (550 Mhz vs. 393 Mhz.)
Overall, we love the LeapPad 2. It has everything I’d want in a tablet for my preschooler and it will grow with my child. The recommend ages are 3-9 years old and my sons are 4 and 5, with no inkling that they are letting it go. Now I will say I have a friend who her son thought it was too babyish compared to the Nintendo DS his older siblings had, but while it may seem babyish it is more than appropriate for kids. The games and books grow with your child and become more challenging as they continue on. The games are in-line with their ages and you don’t have to worry about in-appropriate content or them doing something you don’t want them to. Oh and once you hook up the LeapPad 2 to the computer you can check your child’s play and learning progress, redeem rewards (print certificates or downloads), and create a personalized learning experience by customizing their name and favorites.

BUY IT:  Look for the LeapPad2 at your local retailer this month for a suggested retail of $99.99!

WIN IT:  (1) US winner will receive a LeapPad2 and the game “Phineas & Ferb” ($125 value)

 

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  1. jenny says:

    I like the educational games and content for the LeapPad2. My son would love it

  2. Anna-Leigh says:

    A longer battery life is definitely a big bonus!

  3. mechele johnson says:

    I love that it has a camera! My son would love that!

  4. Jennifer Clay says:

    I like the built in camera!

  5. Carrie says:

    I like the double camera feature

  6. carole says:

    like the built in cameras

  7. Leslie L. Stanziani says:

    i love the learning games and the camera.I home school my kids and this would be great for the youngest(he is 5).He is also loves taking pictures but makes me nervous using my husband’s nikon.

  8. Becky R says:

    I love that there is a nice choice of apps.

  9. JoAnn F. says:

    Built-in Camera and video recorder!!!
    jofo120 at yahoo dot com

  10. kathy pease says:

    i like the Built-in Camera and video recorder

  11. Rosey says:

    The look of it is most appealing to me because little one will feel like he’s keeping up with dad. In addition to that, I like the built-in camera/video recorder.

  12. Gilbert S says:

    The DLC

  13. Niko O. says:

    I’m excited that it has a greater battery life!

  14. vikki Billings says:

    I like the camera/video recorder!

  15. kirstie says:

    the camera for my toddler to take pictures.

  16. carol lewis says:

    You can use it with the old games!

  17. Victoria R. says:

    This is already on our Christmas list! I love that it has 2 cameras!

  18. Sarah Harding says:

    i like the camera

  19. Lisa L says:

    The bigger memory size is awesome!

  20. Richard Hicks says:

    like that it has camera built in and the kids can take their own pics

    ardy22 at earthlink dot net

  21. trixx says:

    I love that it has a camera in the front & back!

  22. Angela says:

    The Built-in Camera

  23. Kim Reid says:

    The built-in camera is great, Thanks!

  24. Sam Herrmann says:

    I like that there is a camera on the front and the back. Much easier for younger children!

  25. Sarah Yurga says:

    I like that there is no chance of inappropriate content

  26. Ellie W. says:

    I love the apps! Seriously awesome!

  27. It has 2 built in cameras

  28. Pam says:

    I like the camera feature.

  29. colleen t says:

    i like the fact that its rechargeable

  30. amberlyn johnson says:

    Built-in Camera is great

  31. meme says:

    with my kids the battery lire for sure

  32. Stephanie Linza says:

    The battery life would be fantastic for our twice yearly 16 hour car trips!

  33. Terri Johnson says:

    apps, battery life, built in camera – it’s all great!

  34. DanV says:

    I like the camera

  35. Dana A says:

    I love the apps and camera.

  36. Laurie says:

    I like that they can use their finger and that it has a lot of available apps.

  37. sheryl cullum says:

    The longer battery life

  38. HollyO says:

    I like the long battery life. We have a couple of road trips in our future and this would be great. Battery life is good too. Should keep her from wearing down my phone!

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