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Each Webkinz comes with a number code that, once entered online, starts an “adoption” process and ushers the owner into a virtual world that amounts to a Second Life for the grade-school set. quadrillion combinations available, and "B Chat" with one another in a moderated and as-safe-as-reasonably-possible environment. Kids look at video content or virtual content as their toys,” said Jessi Dunne, executive vice president of global toys for Disney. We set out to create a platform that is truly revolutionary to transform how girls interact with music, fashion and the online world. Funky BarbieGirls devices look like cool fashion dolls and come with loads of changeable fashions and charms so you can create a totally new look everyday.
said Mika Salmi, president of global digital media at MTV Networks, which includes MTV, Nickeolodeon, VH1 and other networks. Yet, in spite of his three-purpose rule, Kim still indulges in the playful and impractical – such as his concept for a flying car. The inclusion of a social networking space for young girls is an even braver move (even with the extra security measures).com, for instance, a virtual world of whimsical creatures and games, draws more than 10 million visitors a month, according to Viacom, which owns it, and although T-shirts and other Neopet-related merchandise is for sale, it is not the main draw.
Gaming - The trend of creating virtual worlds for kids presents opportunities for gaming companies to create immersive experiences that engage kids and monetize them through subscriptions and in-app purchases.
The winner of a swathe of international awards for everything from LG cell phones to concept zippers, his current hit product is a cute line of Barbie-branded MP3 players disguised as make-up compacts. After the implosion of Lindsay Lohan and Britney Spears," Byrne said, "Barbie seems like this wholesome, wonderful thing now. Over the next few years, you’ll see a lot of companies finding ways to create products that are Web enabled,” said, Marc Rosenberg, chief marketing officer at Zizzle. Dan ( Twitter, Google+) is TechRadar's Former Deputy Editor and is now in charge at our sister site T3.