
"It was one of the hottest and hardest-to-find kids' products last holiday season, and it received significant praise from parents, educators and the industry. "We were surprised by the incredible consumer demand for the LeapPad from the day it launched," said John Barbour, chief executive officer at LeapFrog. LeapFrog introduces LeapPad2, the next generation of its magical tablet that delivers education filled with entertainment and fun creative exploration for kids. Within a year of launch, LeapPad has received more than 20 accolades, including three prestigious awards from the Toy Industry Association (Educational Toy of the Year, Preschool Toy of the Year, and the ultimate recognition – Toy of the Year). The #1 Kid's Learning Tablet Just Got Better (NYSE:LF), the leader in educational entertainment, today announced two revolutionary new platforms: LeapPad2, the next generation of the #1 kid's learning tablet LeapPad™, and LeapsterGS, the ultimate learning video game system. J/PRNewswire/ - LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.

LeapFrog Announces LeapPad 2™ And Leapster GS™, The Next Generation of Breakthrough Educational Entertainment Platforms for KidsĮMERYVILLE, Calif. Sold already? Folks in the US, UK, Canada and Ireland can grab theirs on July 18th, while most other nations will have to wait until August. The Leapster GS ($69.99) is a revised Leapster Explorer, offering a thinner design, larger screen, built-in motion sensor, 2GB of memory and a camera / video recorder. Buyers of the $99.99 device will also see a gratis music player (with five learning songs, no less), a Cartoon Director creativity app, an Art Studio creativity app and the Pet Pad writing app. Boasting higher resolution front and rear cameras / video recorders, twice the memory (4GB) compared to the original and an even more durable frame, the LeapPad 2 also touts a zippier LF 2000 processor, improved battery life and compatibility with an optional internal battery system and recharger pack.


The name in educational slates has just revealed a pair of refreshed gizmos, the LeapPad 2 and Leapster GS. Got a youngster who ain't keen on waiting for his or her Surface of choice to ship? There's a LeapFrog for that.
