VTech Expands Kidi Line of Electronics

VTech‘s Kidi line of kid-friendly electronics is expanding this fall with the debut of three new products: Kidi Star Dance, KidiGo Walkie Talkies, and Kidizoom Pixi. The new offerings join an extensive line of age-appropriate electronics, including cameras, smart devices, and wearables.

With Kidi Star Dance, kids wear motion-activated bands and learn 20 dance moves step-by-step by following the animated dance instructor on the device. Included music lets kids dance along with color-changing lights that flash to the beat of the songs. Includes four motion games and a freestyle option that lets kids create their own music by movement with 14 different sound effects.

“Kidi Star Dance is perfect for kids who love dancing! The interactive games and dance challenges are fun for kids to play on their own or with friends,” says Andy Keimach, president, VTech Electronics North America. “We’ve had a lot of success with our popular Kidi line and these new additions give kids even more fun, age-appropriate tech toys.”

The KidiGo Walkie Talkies feature a secure digital connection over a 500-foot range and include a backlit LCD screen on which kids can send preset animated messages between units and play real-time, two-player games. The Kidizoom Pixi is a compact camera with a flip-top lid. It also includes photo filters and effects for customizable looks.

All three products are available now at major retailers in the U.S.

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