Is the wi-fi content free, or do you have to pay for anything? We had sticker shock with our LeapPad 1 when we realized how expensive apps were.
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I'm not sure if there are upgrades on the leapfrog store, but we are using is straight out of the box with just a few extra apps and it seems to do well. The wifi video section is great
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You can find a couple of free downloads, but just a couple. Yes, the downloads cost a lot in my opinion too.
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The benefit of the wifi is that you can upgrade it without computer. The biggest benefit, for me, anyway, was that I was able to download ALL of the games and apps I had purchased for other LeapPads, so the apps were finally shared instead of one app=one machine.I don't remember anything being free except the promised choice of one app to start out with.
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I just bought the ultra for my 4 year olds bday. I was also concerned about what you will get with the wifi. I must say I LOVE it!!! He has a 7, 9 , and 11 year old older siblings. They all wanted to check out the Leapsearch. It has pictures, short videoes, that are like stories with the words on the bottom as they talk, but the best part is that a 4 year old can search on it and look for "cool" things all on there own. You don't type in words to search the clips are all categories for example: football, toys, basketball, dinosaurs, animals, etc. There are cartoon type things and real life type things 9trick sport plays, kids cupstacking, educational dinosaur clips, kids telling jokes, etc.etc.etc.) My 4 year old was able to find a star wars lego clip that he LOVES all on his wn. My older kids have ipod touches and he always wanted them to search for things for him to see. I can't beleive how well they made the search and that everything he touches on is appropriate. I HATE it when my older kids find inappropriate clips on utube. My 11 year old was very impreeseed and happy that he doesn't have to give up his ipod and search for his brother anymore:) I downloaded the 1 free game which was nice. I didn't buy any cartridges or apps. There is plenty to do on it without adding anything. I am sure I will get him some game cartridges for Christmas, but I think what is included, at least for me, is better than the games!!!! I do think the load on the apps are a little slow, but it doesn't seem slow on the wifif clips, at least to us.
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There are some videos on the "web access" that are free, but all games are extra, and some of them really are expensive. However, they make great Christmas gifts/birthday gifts AND you can find the LeapFrog Explorer game cartridges (which fit the LeapPad Ultra) at garage sales and on craigslist! HTH!
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The content is the same cost as what you paid for LeapPad 1, but the great thing is that anything you already bought for LeapPad 1 will download automatically to your LeapPad Ultra. You don't have to buy it again.
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Hi Tama, with the WiFi you can watch videos etc which are free. Most apps cost the same as other leap pads. They have some paid videos and books which I have not tried but my son is happy with the preinstalled apps and the 5 I bought. Only one of them is $24, rest are cheaper.I however keep the WiFi switched off most times to improve the responsiveness. I also find the leap pad Screen a little small for the videos as it does not pan the entire screen. Also the tab is very heavy to hold and watch. I probably need some kind of stand for it.Overall I like the ultra but I have not tried the previous versions so can't compare.Hope this helps. :) Hi Tama, with the WiFi you can watch videos etc which are free. Most apps cost the same as other leap pads. They have some paid videos and books which I have not tried but my son is happy with the preinstalled apps and the 5 I bought. Only one of them is $24, rest are cheaper.I however keep the WiFi switched off most times to improve the responsiveness. I also find the leap pad Screen a little small for the videos as it does not pan the entire screen. Also the tab is very heavy to hold and watch. I probably need some kind of stand for it.Overall I like... » Read More Hi Tama, with the WiFi you can watch videos etc which are free. Most apps cost the same as other leap pads. They have some paid videos and books which I have not tried but my son is happy with the preinstalled apps and the 5 I bought. Only one of them is $24, rest are cheaper.I however keep the WiFi switched off most times to improve the responsiveness. I also find the leap pad Screen a little small for the videos as it does not pan the entire screen. Also the tab is very heavy to hold and watch. I probably need some kind of stand for it.Overall I like the ultra but I have not tried the previous versions so can't compare.Hope this helps. :) « Show Less
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My son has the Leadpad and I know that you can buy a download card on Amazon for $15 and get $20 worth of downloads. You can also find $5.00 games to download.
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Sticker shock is only relative to "free" apps on iPads. Those apps are worthless. Leapfrog apps are well designed by educators and researchers and fit into a holistic curriculum that crosses devices. They are worth every penny. They're far superior to the rest of what's out there. Check in with LeapFrog after the holidays and take advantage of the frequent app sales. You'll only need half a dozen or so beyond what's included.
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There is, you have to download it (for free) from the leapfrog connect software.
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I haven't used it personally, but its for my 4 year old granddaughter, apparently she can go to the a web site from the leappad and pick her apps, and with mom's help can enter the card information and buy what they want. They are very happy with it, so it must be easy to use.
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Google stuff is nearly always free to the customer. They make their money in advertising. We've not had pay any additional costs on our Chromebook since we bought it.
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I bought 2 of these for my daughter's Leap Pad 2 and they worked just fine. It was kind of like a gift card for downloading apps.
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Thanks once again. I ordered her LeapPad today. Got a great bundle deal from LeapFrog plus free shipping. Her school just got one this week also, so we will be able to work together.
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I really love my iPads...I have a couple of them. There awesome for a variety of things. I like that I can Skype, take pictures, add applications and games you like. if you just go into Apps and do a search for what you are wanting it will show a variety of options most of them free or dirt cheap.
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I do not have any left at home to send but this is the item description I look up online. Item Description Give your child the ultimate kids tablet with the LeapFrog LeapPad2 Totally Barbie Bundle. This Barbie LeapPad2 Explorer tablet includes 4GB memory and loads of features. You child can take pictures and videos with front-and-back cameras and video recorders. They can play, draw and write on the 5-inch touch screen with the included stylus. They can tilt and shake for motion-based play, customize and care for a lovable pet and create masterpieces in the Art Studio. The LeapFrog LeapPad2 Totally Barbie Bundle includes a limited-edition LeapPad2, fashionable carrying case, eight glamorous wallpapers, rhinestone stickers, nine apps (onboard and downloadable), and a $20 digital download card (see terms). It works with LeapFrog's library of 800+ educator-approved apps, games, eBooks, videos, music, and more. LeapFrog LeapPad2 Explorer Totally Barbie Bundle (includes LeapPad2 Tablet plus Bonus Barbie Accessories): Comes with LeapPad2 Tablet, Barbie Carrying Case, 8 Wallpapers, Rhinestone Stickers, 9 Apps, and $20 Digital Download Card Inspires kids to create, learn and explore Comes with nine apps (onboard and downloadable) 4GB memory Front-and-back cameras/video recorders Play, draw and write on the kids tablet 5" touch screen with the included stylus Tilt and shake for motion-based play Works with LeapFrog's library of 800+ educator-approved apps, games, eBooks, videos, music and more* Customize and care for a lovable pet Create masterpieces in the Art Studio Learning games draw from 2,600 skills and select games auto-level Parents can also connect to the LeapFrog Learning Path to see the details of their child's play and learning, including levels achieved, skills practiced and recently played games *The LeapFrog educator team approves all LeapFrog content Hardware includes one-year limited warranty
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The $99 HP TouchPad Is an Amazing Deal, No Matter What Your Nerd Friends Tell Youhttp://gizmodo.com/5833169/the-99-hp-touchpad-is-an-amazing-deal-no-matter-what-your-nerd-friends-tell-you
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My local consignment store has had many of the LeapPads/My First LeapPads and books, for much less than the new price and most in pretty good condition. That's how I got a lot of my LeapPad books, and that's where I took my old books and LeapPads today after we ordered my son's new Tag reader! So if you have a consignment shop near you, and don't mind buying used, check it out!
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Just checking, the Leapad does NOT play videos or music? We were about to buy it for my 5 years old nephew, but I we want something that can play movies and music, so we don't have carry his portable dvd player along anymore, or use our phones for him to watch videos or listen to music. I had not even considered the Innotab, but being able to play videos and music on the tablet is hands down better than having a built in camera, imo. Could somebody confirm this, thank you.
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I'm not sure what to get my almost 9 year old granddaughter she will be 9 in jan she does not currently have anything? should I get kindle fire a dsl nintendo or leap pad help please!
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The app card is like a gift card- it comes with a code on the back. You enter the code onto Leapfrog's website, and then you have a $20 credit to download music, videos, games, or books. You can narrow your search based on product and search, for example, for only Leappad 2 apps. You must install the Leappad Connect software on you computer/Leappad before you can transfer the new apps to the Leappad. The Leappad Connect software is free with your Leappad.
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The downloadable ones from LeapFrog are anywhere from $5 to $20 on average. The ones we usually get are between $7 and $10. The games and Ultra e-books are $20 - $25 at the stores.
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We have an iPad and it is a wonderful learning tool. However for potty training, puleeeze. We used sticker and incentives and that seemed to work just find. One day it will end up in a landfill with all the other useless crap.
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You'll have to check with LeapFrog on that. That's one website that I haven't tried and I believe you do have to pay a monthly fee for abcmouse.com use.
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We have the a leappad and it works great it also works with the Leap pads (1 and Ultra) as well.