LeapPad and Leapster Explorer owners will soon be able to enjoy episodes of My Little Pony Friendship is Magic, The Adventures of Chuck and Friends and Pound Puppies.
A deal struck with Hasbro means that more downloadable videos will be available through the LeapFrog Connect app centre this month. Each of these downloads will contain two episodes from the chosen animated TV show and will sell for between $5 to $10.
Hasbro is expected to provide more content for LeapFrog Explorer devices. The LeapPad (an iPad-style tablet computer for children) was one of the most popular toys of 2011.
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Agreements signed with HIT Entertainment and Nickelodeon means that video episodes of Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam, SpongeBob SquarePants, Dora the Explorer, Bubble Guppies and Team Umizoomi will be available to download directly to LeapPad or Leapster Explorer.
Three Thomas & Friends and three Fireman Sam videos have been confirmed. Jill Waller, vice president of LeapFrog, stated: “We are very excited to expand our digital learning library with a brand like HIT that shares a similar promise to entertain kids while they learn some of life’s most important lessons…”
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There is still some last minute hope for those wishing to buy a VTech Innotab for Christmas, without paying over the odds. LeapPad is much harder to find from well-known retailers, so snap one up quickly from eBay or Amazon, while there is still a chance.
UPDATE 17th December 2011
The chances of getting one from a well known retailer before Christmas, has now become very remote. So, that leaves eBay and Amazon as the best hope.
I’ve just witnessed a LeapPad auction end at £88 (plus P&P) and an InnoTab auction end at £85 (again extra for delivery). A little eBay tip: if you’re looking for a deal, select “Time: Ending Soonest” on the “Sort by” menu button that appears on the right hand side of the screen above the product list. John.
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At this very moment, John Lewis and The Entertainer have the InnoTab in stock online for home delivery. eBay prices of VTech’s iPad-style tablet computer for children are not too expensive, Please note, that the pink version is exclusive to Argos in Britain, so if you cannot get it at the catalogue store then it maybe worth buying from eBay as soon as possible.
LeapPad prices are higher on auction sites and from third party sellers, however, too many traders have tried to profit on the back of the high demand for this LeapFrog product, so (as I write this) prices are around £100 – £110; and not the double money some of the eBay listers were hoping for.
Good luck in you search for these most want items. I hope your children’s LeapPad and InnoTab Christmas dreams come true.
Where to Buy LeapPad Explorer
Where to Buy VTech InnoTab
You’ll need to act now, and will probably have to pay over-the-odds if you want to buy a LeapPad Explorer as a Christmas present.
It’s worth keeping an eye on the websites of companies, such as, Tesco Direct, Argos and Toys R Us for a chance to secure one of a limited supply of stock at £79.99.
Hamley’s has also been getting some stock but are charging £100 for the LeapPad.
Currently the easiest way to get your hands on this iPad-style tablet computer is through Play.com, Amazon.co.uk and eBay.
Prices will be considerably higher that what shops would have charged and be aware that in many cases a private individual will be responsible for sending the item to you, so check feedback rating, etc. before committing to part with your cash.
Skip The Entertainer, when hunting for a LeapPad, they have not been stocking the tablet computer – but they are a good source of compatible Explorer game software cartridges. Don’t waste your time with Early Learning Centre or Mothercare, searching for this educational learning device at these retailers appears to be futile.
Finally, for those that ask – no the LeapPad has not been recalled for any reason. It’s simply so popular that it is often out of stock in the shops.
Where to Buy LeapPad Explorer
]]>Argos are offering the cheapest price so far in Britain on both LeapFrog’s LeapPad Explorer and VTech’s InnoTab touch-screen tablet computers.
Both of these brand new electronic learning aids have been discounted by 20% (from £79.99) to £63.99. You’ll probably need to buy quickly, as both of these excellent products are bound to sell fast and the deal is only available until 12th October 2011.
There’s more hi-tech learning toys on offer at Argos
VTech Kiddizoom Twist camera has been reduced by 25% (from £49.99) to £37.49.
The award winning VTech First Steps Walker has been reduced from £27.99 to only £21.99.
VTech MobiGo, with both a touch-sensitive screen and a slide-out keyboard has been discounted from £49.99 to £39.99
LeapFrog Text & Learn is now half-price (was £19.99) now only £9.99.
20% Off LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer & VTech InnoTab
was £79.99, now ONLY £63.99
at Argos
Offer ends: 12th October 2011
Leapfrog Alphabet Pal
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£17.99
Description
Alphabet Pal has a silly giggle, flashing antennae and comical walk – he’s sure to tickle your child’s funny bone.Four learning modes teach letter names, letter sounds, colours and music. Press the button on Alphabet Pal’s back for a special musical surprise and pull Alphabet Pal’s string to hear the ABC song.Requires 3 x AA batteries. Age range: From 12 months.
Catalogue ref (SKU): 126312
Leapfrog Alphabet Pal
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£17.99
By our best endeavours, all prices correct at the time of publishing. Please check retailer for latest prices, availability and delivery information.
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Leapfrog Music Movers Alphabet
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£4.99
Description
ABC learning fun takes flight with Alphabet Airlines. Children can have a sky-high adventure learning the alphabet as they sing along to the Alphabet Song. Age range: From 9 months.
Catalogue ref (SKU): 126303
Leapfrog Music Movers Alphabet
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£4.99
By our best endeavours, all prices correct at the time of publishing. Please check retailer for latest prices, availability and delivery information.
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Leapfrog My Own Leaptop
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£19.99
Description
Personalise pretend computer play with My Own Leaptop™ from Leapfrog.Choose and download songs for a custom playlist, explore 6 learning activity stations and personalise emails for your child to enjoy. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrogﾮ Learning Path for customised learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.Internet connection required.Requires 3 x AA batteries. Age range: From 2 years.
Catalogue ref (SKU): 126309
Leapfrog My Own Leaptop
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£19.99
By our best endeavours, all prices correct at the time of publishing. Please check retailer for latest prices, availability and delivery information.
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Leapfrog My Own Leaptop – Pink
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£19.99
Description
Personalise pretend computer play with My Own Leaptop™ from Leapfrog.Choose and download songs for a custom playlist, explore 6 learning activity stations and personalise emails for your child to enjoy. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrogﾮ Learning Path for customised learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.Internet connection required.Requires 3 x AA batteries. Age range: From 2 years.
Catalogue ref (SKU): 126310
Leapfrog My Own Leaptop – Pink
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£19.99
By our best endeavours, all prices correct at the time of publishing. Please check retailer for latest prices, availability and delivery information.
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Leapfrog Scout Scribble and Write
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£19.99
Description
Light the way to early writing with the Leapfrog Scribble and Write. Children trace the lights to get practice drawing simple shapes and pictures, then graduate to learning upper and lower case letters with step-by-step guidance.Fun learning games help reinforce letter recognition and pencil control skills. Best of all, Scribble and Write uses a single retraceable surface for ease of use and portability.Parents can connect to the online LeapFrogﾮ Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.Requires 3 x AA batteries. Age range: From 3 years.
Catalogue ref (SKU): 126307
Leapfrog Scout Scribble and Write
Available to buy from Early Learning Centre
£19.99
By our best endeavours, all prices correct at the time of publishing. Please check retailer for latest prices, availability and delivery information.
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