This alternative to an iPod is just right for tweens. See if you agree.
The Mattel Juice Box is compact entertainment for tweens. Designed for ages 9 to 12, the Juice Box fits in the palm of your hand. It is a great way for your child to watch favorite movies, music videos, and television shows whenever, wherever they want. It's one of the smallest and lightest personal media players available.
The pocket-sized Juice Box has a high-resolution, full-color, 3-inch LCD screen. All you have to do is pop in your favorite Juiceware media cartridge and you're ready to watch your favorite cartoons, TV shows, movies, and more. It also allows you to download and save digital pictures with an MP3 Starter Kit sold separately.
One sample cartridge is included, with content from Cartoon Network and Vans Triple Crown. It features a built-in speaker and a headphone jack for your own headphones. You can carry it in your pocket or keep it in your bookbag. With its scratch-free rubber border, it won't get messed up.
Mattel's Juice Box is the answer for tweens who want an MP3 Player, photo viewer, and video player all in one. It gives your child the feeling of being mature, while still being a kid. You can usually find this player on-line for lower than its $69.99 retail value at places like eBay and eToys.
Some of the key features include multimedia features such as digital audio player, digital photo viewer, and video player. It comes with an AC adapter, a carrying case, and a memory card. It also has a built-in mono speaker. Comes with 3 "AA" batteries installed. It is approximately 4 inches x 5 inches x 1.5 inches in dimensions.
Because of its value and durability, this player makes a great alternative to Game Boy by providing more features and more entertainment. It is great for traveling, quiet time alone, and anywhere else you want. Take a look at some of its advantages and disadvantages.
Advantages of the Juice Box
- It provides portable and affordable entertainment for kids.
- The graphics are decent.
- It uses 3 "AA" batteries, which seem to last a while.
- You can purchase additional cartridge space to fit more on the player.
- It can fit into a pocket easily.
- It stores your favorite photos.
- It has a good quality digital sound.
Disadvantages of the Juice Box
- It costs extra for the MP3 Player Starter Kit ($24.99).
- You have to buy the JuiceWare chips for video viewing, which can be hard to find.
- As purchased, it only holds 32 mb, which can be upgraded.
- It supports .jpeg photos only.
- It does not come with headphones, but does have a headphone jack.
