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| iDollhouse Product Review |
In this modern day and age, it goes without saying that technology should also play a large role in the development of children's toys. Just take a look at the number of new toys coming out in the market: many of them can now be operated through the use of devices such as smart phones, tablets and other similar gadgets. iDollhouse is one of these toys.
Features of the iDollhouse
Basically, iDollhouse is an interactive dollhouse that runs on an application that could only be used with an iPhone or an iPad.How does iDollhouse work?
Just like a real dollhouse, children can play around with dolls in the iDollhouse, along with other added features that cannot be found in conventional dollhouses.First of all, the dollhouse can be customized according to the child's preferences. Choose among the many settings and options available to decorate and redecorate the rooms in the dollhouse. To add that homey feel, kids can scan their own family photos and set them up at the dollhouse's dining room or living room.
Instead of physical dolls, the characters in this toy are virtual dolls that can actually do more than the actual dolls ever could. They can be made to fully make use of all the "amenities" in the dollhouse. There is a backyard, complete with a sandbox, a slide or even a seesaw where they could play in. They could even be made to prepare meals in the well-appointed kitchen and serve them afterwards in the dining room.
Part of the joy of playing with dollhouses is playing dress up. Little girls will definitely have a blast dressing up the virtual dolls, choosing dresses and doing their hair. Here is another sweet inclusion in this toy: the kids can have the QR codes of physical dolls scanned and imported into the app, so they can play with their dolls of choice.
An AppVentures iPad/iPhone Play Case for the tablet or smart phone can also be purchased separately. This protective case resembles the façade of the dollhouse.
Dollhouse is aimed for children 4 years and up, who also happen to be adept at using smart phones or tablets.
Price of the iDollhouse
You can buy the iDollhouse app from iTunes or the Apple Store for only $0.99, but you can also get it for free if you buy the AppVentures iPad/iPhone Play Case. The Play Case costs a total of $29.98, which is already inclusive of $9.99 for shipping and handling. Both the app and the Play Case come without any warranty or guarantee.Positive Points of the iDollhouse
Customization is something that greatly improves the enjoyment of any toy or game, and that's only one of the many good things offered by iDollhouse. Thanks to the scanning feature, children can build their own virtual family.Compatibility has been a huge problem for other smartphone- or tablet-based toys. That's not an issue with iDollhouse. With the exception of the iPhone 3G and 3GS, the iDollhouse app runs on all Apple smart phones and tablets. Soon, it will also be available on Android, so more users can enjoy this game.
The addition of the AppVentures iPad/iPhone Play Case is another positive point for iDollhouse. It is available in many sizes, so there won't be a problem looking for something to fit tablets and smart phones.
Negative Points of the iDollhouse
The Play Case notwithstanding, parents should still teach their children on how to handle the tablets, which are still vulnerable to scratches. In addition, early assessments of the product show that battery life could have been longer. This is not a dig against the battery itself; it's just that children are likely to get too caught up with playing that it could drain too quickly.Another thing some customers balk about is the cost of the Play Case. Although the price, which is $19.99, is reasonable enough, the shipping and handling cost of $9.99 is quite the opposite.
More Customer Reviews for iDollhouse
Space efficiency is a huge factor among many parents when it comes to the toys they buy for their kids. Fortunately, since iDollhouse can be played on an electronic gadget, it won't take up too much space the way actual dollhouses do.Your Money's Worth
So is the price reasonable, and will you get your money's worth? Compared to other apps, iDollhouse – at $0.99 – is relatively cheaper. Since the Play Case is sold separately, it's up to the parents if they want to purchase it or not.Where To Buy iDollhouse
The iDollhouse app is now available at the Apple Store at the moment, but plans are underway to include it at the Google Store, website, and other online retailers. Meanwhile you can go to AppVenture's site to purchase the Play Case.
