Is this a good device for a 4 year old to access educational materials etc.? Is there a fee to download?
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This device comes with Google Play (Android market) pre-installed, so it's easy to search for games, e-book readers, etc., and download...and as is typical of the Android market, there are a TON of free apps out there...my 8-year-old and I went through a period of time in which she could only download WITH my approval, as I taught her to look at the rating, read the reviews, etc. before downloading. We have the e-book reader for our local library installed, and after setting up her account with her library card, she can now "go to the library" from home whenever she wants and we ALL love that! We also just added a piano lesson app which she's addicted to! Have fun :)
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I'm not really sure of the educational software available for Android (the operating system of the tablet), but I'll presume its pretty good and getting better. Like all android software, so of it is free, some of it you have to pay for (most are probably $10.00 and much under). The major problem is that you have to manage the childs use, and set it up so that they can't get into trouble (going to bad websites, etc). If there is nobody to set it and and check on the child, I would probably recommend one of the tablets that is meant for children or that can be locked down for a child's (the nook & kindle, the leapfrog, etc). Will cost more in the end, but you won't have to worry. I'm not really sure of the educational software available for Android (the operating system of the tablet), but I'll presume its pretty good and getting better. Like all android software, so of it is free, some of it you have to pay for (most are probably $10.00 and much under). The major problem is that you have to manage the childs use, and set it up so that they can't get into trouble (going to bad websites, etc). If there is nobody to set it and and check on the child, I would probably recommend one of the tablets that is meant for children or that can be locked down for a child's (the... » Read More I'm not really sure of the educational software available for Android (the operating system of the tablet), but I'll presume its pretty good and getting better. Like all android software, so of it is free, some of it you have to pay for (most are probably $10.00 and much under). The major problem is that you have to manage the childs use, and set it up so that they can't get into trouble (going to bad websites, etc). If there is nobody to set it and and check on the child, I would probably recommend one of the tablets that is meant for children or that can be locked down for a child's (the nook & kindle, the leapfrog, etc). Will cost more in the end, but you won't have to worry. « Show Less
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This device comes with Google Play (Android market) pre-installed, so it's easy to search for games, e-book readers, etc., and download...and as is typical of the Android market, there are a TON of free apps out there...my 8-year-old and I went through a period of time in which she could only download WITH my approval, as I taught her to look at the rating, read the reviews, etc. before downloading. We have the e-book reader for our local library installed, and after setting up her account with her library card, she can now "go to the library" from home whenever she wants and we ALL love that! We also just added a piano lesson app which she's addicted to! Have fun :) This device comes with Google Play (Android market) pre-installed, so it's easy to search for games, e-book readers, etc., and download...and as is typical of the Android market, there are a TON of free apps out there...my 8-year-old and I went through a period of time in which she could only download WITH my approval, as I taught her to look at the rating, read the reviews, etc. before downloading. We have the e-book reader for our local library installed, and after setting up her account with her library card, she can now "go to the library" from home whenever she wants and we... » Read More This device comes with Google Play (Android market) pre-installed, so it's easy to search for games, e-book readers, etc., and download...and as is typical of the Android market, there are a TON of free apps out there...my 8-year-old and I went through a period of time in which she could only download WITH my approval, as I taught her to look at the rating, read the reviews, etc. before downloading. We have the e-book reader for our local library installed, and after setting up her account with her library card, she can now "go to the library" from home whenever she wants and we ALL love that! We also just added a piano lesson app which she's addicted to! Have fun :) « Show Less
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It's probably great for kids. They are so tech savvy. I still haven't figured out all the things that it does. Took me awhile just to figure out how to shut off the flash. LOL
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Nabi has something called "Mommy/Daddy" mode that allows parents or whoever to get to the REAL tablet functions and internet. My grandson would watch Netflix on his without a problem. There was no app, he just went straight to the website and "Voila!" He still does it. The 4GB memory limitation may be a problem (speedwise) but you can always contact Nabi directly at 1-885-ASK-NABI, https://www.nabitablet.com/support/products/nabijr, or go to their site and chat with a representative. One of my grandson's (the one that uses Netflix, YouTube, and other sites on his) has the Nabi Tablet. My smaller grandson has this one (the 5"). So, far except for the memory. They basically work the same. Another commenter here said she returned the Nabi Jr and got a Kindle for her child. That was a good, and more expensive choice. We have Kindle Fires too. Kindles have parental controls in the "Kindle Freetime" mode and, as she says, you can buy or download apps to them...if you are a little tech-savvy. Problem is the Kindles are not very good choices for kids under 7 unless you are "warrantied-up" or your kid is advance beyond his or her years in handling technology! Your choice. Good luck!
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It comes with games already installed, and you can download games as well, and even track your child's learning progress online. But you can and will probably want to buy some cartridges as well :-)
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I know that it is almost a year later, but I hope that you bought your daughter the Intuos4 tablet.It really means a lot to children when they are given something that is professional grade rather than the product of "lesser" grade.It shows them that you believe in them enough to spend a few extra dollars so that they can have a high quality product instead of something like the Bamboo Fun, which may end up holding her back.
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For a 12 yr old, I would recommend something with more zip. I got this for my son when he was 8, and it was a good first device, but he now finds it fairly limited (he is 11). For the same price, you could pick up an android phone with more power and battery life.
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I bought this for my pre-schooler but the device comes with activates that if I had to say would be appropriate up to 3rd maybe up to 5th graders. ..my 1st grader, 2 nd grader, and 3rd grader play with it. Even though the graphics are more small kid focused I have even found fifth graders playing it, along with myself .lol.. Hope this helps.
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The manual that comes with it is pretty small & basic... I don't think it'd help you much. BUT, you'll have access to all of the Internet with it, and Google is great at answering questions (=It's really not a terribly complicated tablet though.
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Yes you can access the Internet on this Tablet. It even allows a parent to control the websites a kid can visit.
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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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There are some basic tablet for the kids. With 4GB with simple feature...But we dont carry those..
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You can download games pretty easy. But for me not big enough, ok for a child
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If the children will be wanting to play music CDs, DVDs, or Games on CD-ROM, this won't work for that because it has no optical disc drive (aka cd/dvd drive). I would recommend something with a more common operating system like Windows or Apple. I also know many children who enjoy using machines running Ubuntu Linux. If you want something durable, I would look into getting a Thinkpad. They have spill-proof laptops with reinforced frames and lids, etc.
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Hi Carol. In my opinion it is not. The graphics are very basic and there are not many games you can purchase to use with it. My experience is that my daughter loved it at 3 years old and stopped using it right about 5 or so. You can do so much more with some of the games that are offered online for free or with a tablet. Hope this helps.
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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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Yes, I'm using it with the older 4 year olds in my preschool class. They need to be talked through searching for the matching animals for awhile and it depends on their personality and how you present it wether they'll take to it. If they like other seek and find books or games they'll be ready for this.
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youtube and other videos stream very well on chrome , you can use some chrome apps to download this videos offline too .i feel chrome book is very easy to use and fast i feel it should be a perfect laptop for your grand kids .