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LeapFrog: LeapPad
Jim Marggraff developed the LeapPad in July of 1998. It was a device with a large lap desk, book inserts, and a pen. By dragging the pen along the words, the device would read them aloud; a major reading aid for children at the time. -
IDog
Sega Toys produced the i-Dog (also known as the e-Dog) which was a robot dog toy that received input from an outside music source. The toy would dance and light up to the rhythm of the music. Was a fun toy that enhanced the music listening experience. -
iRiver iFP-180T (MP3 Player)
The company iRiver created a series of small memory digital audio players powered by AA batteries. The device could hold 128 MB of audio and had access to FM radio. Gave access to music from places that weren't home or the car and held approximately 65 songs. -
Wii
Nintendo created and manufactured the Wii, a video game console made for home. The powerhouses behind the concept were Shigeru Miyamoto and Genyo Takeda under a codename Revolution. The Wii allowed gameplay with the use of a sensor, wireless remote, and a nunchuk that could be plugged into the remote for more advanced gameplay. The Wii introduced a new kind of gameplay and was entertaining for people of all ages. -
iPod Shuffle 2nd Generation
The iPod shuffle was created and updated by Apple and Steve Jobs. Held significantly more songs than the original MP3 players, had the storage space for approximately 500 songs on the 2GB version. For both the 1GB and 2GB Apple estimated a 12 hour battery life for them. Was a very small and mobile device that made listening on the go even easier than before. -
Kindle
Amazon produced the Kindle with the help of the inventor Zehr (an 18 year hardware developer for amazon). In 2009 Kindle's were making waves as the device gave access to every book that was ever written within around 60 seconds or less. You had to still buy the books, amazon gift cards, or a subscription in order to read but the device was still very useful. -
iPod Touch (4th Generation)
A multitouch device created by Apple and founder Steve Jobs. Was a touch screen device that allowed you to download software such as games and learning apps. This one was lighter than iPhone of the time and also was the first of the iPods with both front and back cameras. -
IPhone 8
The iPhone 8 was the final Apple phone to have the home button and touch ID. Wireless charging, a faster processor, and better cameras/displays were some of the boasts Apple made before the release. Made life significantly easier in terms of communication with family and work, over my iPod. -
ROG (Republic of Gamers) Laptop
A laptop made by Asus (parent company for ROG) good for both business and play. Made for "serious gaming and multitasking on Windows 10 Pro," according to the company site. Extra space for a third SSD which means storage can be upgraded to hold your complete gaming collection wherever you go. -
IPhone 13
The iPhone 13 was developed by Apple. The company boasted "a leap in battery life," and "all-new photo and video capabilities." The phone was offered in two different sizes, but I had the regular, no need for such a large screen. -
iPhone 14
The iPhone 14 by Apple boasts true tone, wide color, haptic touch, HDR display, and fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating. The touch screen has a ceramic shield and the back has a glass and aluminum design. Runs significantly faster and the battery lasts much longer in my experience with it so far.