Oregon Scientific Interactive SmartGlobe
Item#: HN-ORS029
Sale Price:
$99.98
41%
Product Summary
Explore the world with your kids without stepping out of your home using this interactive SmartGlobe from Oregon Scientific. It depicts continents, countries, and borders marked by vibrant colors. This globe is accompanied by a Touch 'N Tell pen that allows the user to explore different points on the globe, as well as complete hundreds of tasks for an immersive educational experience. Designed for kids between the ages of six and twelve, this globe can be powered by either AA batteries or a power socket, which means your kids can use it indoors as well as outdoors.
What's Included
SmartGlobe, Smart Pen, USB cable, AC adapter
Description
Take learning to the next level with the Oregon Scientific 9-Inch Diameter Interactive SmartGlobe v2. This educational globe for kids ages 5 and up combines the latest 3D bar-code technology and the most advanced interactive options to provide an unforgettable experience. The included wireless Smart Pen can be used to access content from the globe and the included 29-page interactive book. You can easily keep up with the latest geographical information, current events, election results, and more simply by downloading updates through the Internet (your computer needs Windows 2000 or Windows XP to do this). This globe also features audio files that can be downloaded using the Smart Pen. Downloads are available in nine different languages, including three versions of English.
This globe measures 9.6 inches in diameter with the pewter-colored, gyromatic full meridian. Colorful countries stand out against the vibrant blue oceans. It depicts national borders as well as individual U.S. states, and utilizes a scale of 790 miles per inch. The black base features easy-to-follow controls for playing educational games.
Whether you are just beginning to understand the world around you or have already visited other states and countries, the settings on this globe can be targeted to fit your learning needs. This special-edition globe was designed to combine learning and fun for the entire family. Learn about the world by taking a digital tour to another country with the touch of the smart pen. The 36 learning activities include country capitals, leaders, populations, currency, language, weather, history, national anthems, and more. The multi-player games accommodate up to four players and can make learning a family event.
Please note that in order to use the SmartUpdate function, your computer must have Windows XP or Windows 2000.
Features:
- Compatible with Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 7
- 36 learning activities (30 English games and 6 Mexican Spanish games)
- 3D bar-code technology
- Internet downloads target diverse age groups for age-appropriate learning (ages 5-8, 9-14, and 15 and up)
- USB connection for data updates via the Internet (USB cable included)
- Wireless and compact design
- High-quality, digital sound with built-in speaker (including age-appropriate sound effects for ages 5-8)
- Large internal memory (32MB Flash)
- Operates on 2-AAA batteries for the pen and 4-AA batteries in the base
- Touch N' Tell, Comparison, and Find modes via the wireless stylus pen
- Domestic map included for more comprehensive exposure
- Includes flags from around the world
- Also includes a 29-page book covering world history, indigenous animals, dinosaurs, and more!
About Oregon Scientific
Oregon Scientific, Inc. is one of the world's leading designers and marketers of award-winning, upscale personal electronic products in the consumer electronics and toy industries. Exciting, cutting-edge technology coupled with fluid design is the hallmark of every Oregon Scientific product. The company offers five different families of products, all of which incorporate Oregon Scientific's advanced liquid-crystal display (LCD) technology for use at home, in business, while traveling, and during recreational time.
Recent Awards
- 2007 Winner, Educational Toy of the Year
- 2007 Winner, Great American Toy Test Educational Toy
- 2006 Winner, FamilyFun Magazine's Learning Toys of the Year
- 2006 Winner, National Parenting Center Seal of Approval
- 2006 Winner, iParenting Media Award
Dimensions & Specifications
Ages
5+
Base Finish
Black
Base Material
Plastic
Dimensions
9.6D x 5.35H inches
Features
Interactive
Grade Level
Grades 2 - 3, Grades 4 - 6, Grades 7 - 12
Ocean Color
Blue
Globe Diameter (in.)
9.6
Suggested Age
12 Years and up, 6 to 7 Years, 8 to 11 Years
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 144 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Educational (120)
- Interactive (82)
- Engaging (73)
- Lots of fun (69)
- Durable (57)
Cons
- Flimsy (5)
Best Uses
- Young children (54)
- Entertainment (49)
- Indoor (45)
- Older children (40)
- Travel (22)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Grandparent (40), Education oriented (26), Practical (24), Parent of two or more children (18), Working parent (13)
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes (73), No (13)
Most Liked Positive Review
easy set-up, bad directions
The product was ready use out of the box - came with batteries pre-installed as well as an A/C power adaptor; came with software, USB cable, and good directions for installing software, ...Read complete review
The product was ready use out of the box - came with batteries pre-installed as well as an A/C power adaptor; came with software, USB cable, and good directions for installing software, registering product, downloading updates, also came with 2 years of free updates. The directions and instructions for using the product were not very good at all. There should have been examples and explanations of the the learning activities and game use - especially for games up to four players. It is a true trial and error discovery process to figure out how to use the product and play the games. A little direction would have enabled and allowed us to focus on activities and games of interest versus discovering them half-hazardly. Outside of that the product and it capabilities seem to be above average to exceptional. Downloading the updates is slower than expected or anticipated and some the "facts" are incorrect or at least debatable. However, it is truly a very unique, high quality product that is capable of being an on-going learning tool and game due to its progressive age and learning capabilities as well as ability to update the product to reflect ever changing world events, news, and facts. I hope that the product will continue to prove itself and pass the test of time.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Smart Globe not as smart as I thought
The smart globe is great for kids to learn more about their world. My son really enjoys it. He's too young though to see that much of the information on the globe is out ...Read complete review
The smart globe is great for kids to learn more about their world. My son really enjoys it. He's too young though to see that much of the information on the globe is out dated. I was very disappointed in that. I downloaded what I thought would be current events to the pen/stylist but no new events were ever heard. I had great hopes of learning much with my son and I'm sure we will learn some things but I'll have to check to make sure it's the right information before my son speaks it as truth.
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy For Youngsters
- Educational
- Engaging
- Interactive
- Lots of Fun
Cons
Best Uses
- Entertainment
- Indoor
- Learning
- Older Children
- Young Children
Comments about Oregon Scientific Interactive SmartGlobe:
Wonderfully interactive toy that I purchased for my 8 year old. She loves the fact that everything is at her fingertips from, weather, to hearing songs, etc. The only reason that I didn't rate a 5 is that when trying to find a locale, it doesn't give any hints as to where it is, after time is up. Would be helpful to have a learning lesson on what was missed or not found on globe.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Educational
- Engaging
- Interactive
- Lots of Fun
Cons
Best Uses
- Young Children
Comments about Oregon Scientific Interactive SmartGlobe:
Telephone help number employee was most helpful and was quite knowledgeable about the product.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Educational
- Engaging
- Interactive
- Lots of Fun
Cons
Best Uses
- Indoor
Comments about Oregon Scientific Interactive SmartGlobe:
We are homeschooling our granddaughter and wanted to have a resource that would supplement the other geography resources we are using. The Oregon Scientific Interactive Smart Globe has exceeded our expectations. I would love to know how they make these globes - they are unbelievably smooth and the interactive pen is so easy to use a three year-old can do it. I know this because that's what our granddaughter is. She loves to use it but knows that it is not a toy.
Pros
- Educational
- Engaging
- Interactive
- Lots of Fun
Cons
Best Uses
- Young Children
Comments about Oregon Scientific Interactive SmartGlobe:
I did not set it up as they are gifts for my grandchildren. However, I did take a look at one and they seem to be an awesome product. I have spoken to one person who purchased one as a gift for Christmas and the recipent loves it.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Educational
- Engaging
- Interactive
- Lots of Fun
Cons
Best Uses
- Entertainment
- Indoor
- Older Children
- Special Needs
- Travel
- Young Children
Comments about Oregon Scientific Interactive SmartGlobe:
Bought for a church library. Wonderful addition. Weekday preschool, Sunday School, mission classes, preschool thru adult will make use of this item.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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