Children and technology: the first gadgets and robots
18.11.2016
Translation: machine translated
These products playfully introduce children to modern and futuristic technologies. They learn how to use gadgets and even robots consciously and responsibly.
The world of gadgets
With these gadgets especially for children, the little ones are among the early adopters in the world of technology.
Tablet
Children are often way ahead of adults when it comes to using modern means of communication. Even if the little ones could easily let off steam on their parents' tablet, a children's tablet still has its advantages. This model from Kurio, for example, has a wide range of security settings that parents can define for their children. These range from internet filters and credit usage to time management, which determines how long the tablet can be used per day. At the same time, the tablet is technically comparable to a standard device, so that adults can use the Kurio Tab 2 Motion as a classic Android tablet.
Smart Watch
Almost every major technology manufacturer has at least one smart watch in its range. Nevertheless, wearables are not yet as commonplace as smartphones. However, Kurio already has a functional smart watch that is ideal for children aged 6 and over. It has a high-resolution touch screen with a customisable watch face. Over 20 apps are pre-installed on the Kurio Watch. The watch can play music and videos and even has a built-in camera that can be used to take photos and record short videos. The Bluetooth connection allows pictures and text messages to be sent and games to be played with a teammate.
VR glasses
Virtual reality goggles are also among the latest gadgets for adults and now also for children. VR glasses, an expansion pack and a smartphone are all you need to immerse yourself in virtual reality. The smartphone is simply inserted into the VR goggles and the experiences can be unlocked using the app installed on it and the access cards from the expansion packs. You can move around in space, in the underwater world, around wild animals or dinosaurs and more. You can look at clearly marked points in the 3D environment and start an explanation or another view using the switch on the glasses.
The world of robots
Many children not only like to play with the latest gadgets, but also want to understand the world behind them and find far more futuristic products extremely fascinating.
The world of robots
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Programming a robot
Zowi is a likeable robot that makes technology accessible to children in an entertaining and understandable way. Some functions are already pre-installed: It can walk, dance, avoid obstacles, make sounds and form facial expressions with its mouth. Zowi can communicate with and be controlled via its app using Bluetooth. Various games and activities can be found in the app. The more the children play with the robot, the more functions are unlocked. It therefore adapts to the pace of the children. The robot also has a reprogrammable circuit board so that it can be taught new things. This works with Bitbloq, a simple and intuitive block programming tool. The robot can also be disassembled so that you can see what it looks like on the inside. This keeps the same robot exciting for a long time, even for advanced programmers.
Building a robot
With this experiment box, children aged 8 and over can build their own robot. It contains a Bluetooth module that can be used to connect it to a smartphone or tablet. The robot can then be programmed and controlled in real time using the appropriate app. There are 4 programmable speed levels as well as light and sound effects. The robot has 4 different play modes. This will turn children into robot experts!
All products from the children's multimedia and robotics ranges.
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Header image: The likeable robot "Zowi"
Irene Portmann
Senior Brand Communications Manager
Irene.Portmann@digitecgalaxus.chI love the strategy game “The Settlers of Catan”, the Ravensburger puzzle “Colourful Cupcakes” and the pink fluffy unicorn that sits on my desk (a birthday present from my workmates). Not only do I have a weakness for toys, I also get excited about good food and comedy TV shows.