Can you turn these on and off to conserve batteries...can they be replaced and what is the feel like? Is it bouncy, can kids play w/it like a ball?
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Yes, there is a small button at the base that turns these on/off and cycles through colors. They are a hard plastic that does not bounce well. I bought these for my kids (4&6 years old) broke the first time playing with them. Not for kids...decoration only. I'm still looking for something similar for kids.
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They last pretty long. Make sure you use quality batteries, like Duracell or Energizer. Don't forget to turn them off when not in use. I don't want to attempt to guesstimate how many hours, but we really don't have to change them often. If they start making funny noises, time to change batteries.
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Hi. My son loves it. The battery has held up well. I got it for him in August. It's pretty dangerous So I'm not sure what age you are buying for. My son is 11. His friends and him Have a ball. Had no idea there were two types. Sorry
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Not really. The motor isn't strong enough to shoot them properly if you do. It is designed with enough force so that little ones can use it safely without being struck by the balls and injured. We have had ours for several months and the novelty hasn't worn off for toddlers or adults.
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Hard to say because I only turn them on when I'm taking them out for potty time at our lake house. I can say that one of them got stuck on and I had to remove the battery to turn it off. If you look around online you can find batteries for these pretty cheap. Overall they are not super high quality but do pretty well.
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Yes BUT --- know the battery MUST BE FULLY CHARGED FIRST --- best done with switch OFF. Clearly many have had problems coz of turning it on FIRST --- these batteries aren't meant to be fully discharged (can ruin them, actually). That said ... Out of 2 I own, one Has A Charging Problem with it... And calling customer service is really a bad idea at the moment. There Is GOOD REASON why this toy is selling out all over the place --- it IS a fantastic item, but it ALSO is Electronics, meaning it is Not Perfect, and IS prone to mechanical/electrical failure as are ALL SUCH SOPHISTICATED Devices ! Personally, I LOVE Robots, and have bought all 3 Models (Dalmation Black Spotted White, Female Dalmation Pink Spotted White, & Purple Body Male). I had to buy them all Online --- still waiting for the Purple one. So, I may be prejudiced, a bit. I'm a retired NASA Rocket Scientist almost 70 years old, too... Love good toys and this IS a Great One, just, sadly, mebbe a bit ahead of its time, in that THESE should be Proto-Types of more Evolved Versions, to follow ! We need a USER's Group !
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Yes, until I read your question I forgot it had sounds. I'll also need to look for the lights. My granddaughter is 13 months and has been playing with the balls in it for the past 4 months and still loves it.
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There was very little to do. This toy has been amazing for my 4 year old. It rides over all kinds of stuff and he loves it. The battery stays charged for a good while also. If you have any other questions don't hesitate to ask. Hope this helps.
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Once the batteries die, you have a non-lighting ball. The batteries cannot be removed or replaced. They are inside the rubber ball and there is no compartment to open.
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You know Mary I haven't looked. It came with them and we use it a lot. Haven't had to change it. If its not played with In a few mins it turns itself off.
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You can play with these off or on the tracks. Run with batteries and will go go go!
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Not a good I deal they are ment for road or even dirt roads thats wht my boys ride on at least..I brought 2 last year and have had problems with battery which was replaced right away and the 2nd 1 now just starting to hv electronic(battery problem) I know u didnt ask that but thought I should mention it.. do I recommend yes my 2 boys have a blast on them and they go pretty fact.
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It'd be fine (just blows through batteries so stick up) but they are fine too w/o noise. My son loves these (5yr).
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They do not have sounds or lights. You or your child will have to provide the sounds. On the bright side no batteries required.
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I understand your frustration with this toy, as we have experienced the same issues... I immediately changed the batteries, which helped, but overall it's just a very cheaply made toy. It still works, several months later, but only when stroked lightly with the stick not by hand. I was expecting more, but in the end, my 3 year old likes it well enough the way it is, so we kept it. She actually played with it just today! Hope this helps.
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Absolutely! My 4 year old has had around 100 of these for the last 2 years. He mostly uses them pushing them around. You just have to make sure the switch is in the "off" position.
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The one misgiving I have about this otherwise well-constructed toy is the choice of button-cells to power it. I understand the attraction of small size, but these cells can cost $3 - $5 /each/ to replace, and since you use all the tiles at once, when you do have to change cells you'll probably need to replace all five.$15 - $25 in batteries for a $20 toy is really a bit of a mind- (and pocketbook!) boggler.