Over time, the LeapPad 2 and Leapster GS will learn and track the user's progress and bring the education level to different games so that there is never a dull moment or a steep learning curve. LeapFrog is very focused on putting out content that match latest research on child development and learning and there is a strong commitment on tailoring education to the individual kid. The coolest thing about the LeapFrog is the content that's available for the hardware. When we played the games where we had to shake the Leapster, we really felt that the device was heavier than expected for something designed for children as young as 3 years old, but at the same time we were not at all concerned about dropping it and shattering it into pieces because of its sturdy design. We played an augmented reality game with the Leapster GS that used the back facing camera to capture live video of our environment, which the characters in the game interacted with. Younger users can click on different objects on the screen and learn how to explore a touch screen environment to trigger action events. We played an Olivia the Pig game that was aimed towards younger users of the LeapPad 2, and was intended to teach kids routine, pattern and exploration of interactive elements by living a day as Olivia. We played different games that allowed us to take pictures, insert them into the game and design our own characters. The graphics were impressive for an educational toy at this price point. This device is designed for kids 3-9 years old.ĭuring our hands-on with the LeapPad 2, we were impressed by the speedy touch feedback powered by the new processor. The internal storage has been bumped up to 2 GB from 4 GB, which is enough for up to 40 LeapFrog video packs.

There are now even more games that use the cameras for photo manipulation and even augmented reality games. There is now a front-facing camera in addition to the camera on the back - both received an upgrade from 0.3 megapixels to 2.0 megapixels. The new screen also uses less power than the previous LeapPad, resulting in an hour increase in battery life. The LeapPad 2 now has a new screen and processor that generates faster touch feedback and better graphics. LeapFrog has taken the feedback from parents and their kids and really brought their content and hardware to the next level.

The LeapFrog LeapPad (right) and Leapster (left) were first introduced in 2011 and received numerous toy awards and praise from parents and educators.

Leapfrog leappad 2 games target