CHI2001 Short Talk: Context-aware Sensor-Doll
We present a sensor-doll capable of music expression as a sympathetic communication device. The doll is equipped with a computer and various sensors such as a camera, microphone, accelerometer, and touch-sensitive sensors to recognize its own situation and the activities of the user. The doll has its own internal "mind" states reflecting different situated contexts. The user's multi-modal interaction with the passive doll is translated into musical expressions that depend on the state of mind of the doll.

Interactive Barney: Good or evil?
"A fast-food chain, for instance, could use an interactive toy to promote its latest specials. It could even be programmed to yelp, beep or otherwise make a ruckus whenever it passed near a restaurant. Or a TV network could give away an interactive doll inside cereal boxes, encouraging children to watch a certain Saturday-morning cartoon."

Microsoft ActiMates - Interactive Kids Toys
The PC Pack is an accessory for Microsoft ActiMates characters. When the PC Pack's radio transmitter is connected to your computer, ActiMates characters can interact with ActiMates-compatible software titles.

Welcome to etoys!
Contributions to this weblog shall deal with the listed or with related subjects:
1. The meaning of toys regarding learning and cognitive development
2. Usage of new electronic and digital technology for educational tools
3. Examples of good and bad toys on the market