Editorial Review

Why should big bouncy high-energy fun be reserved for carnivals and outdoor festivals? Now you can have the excitement of the bouncy castle often seen at those public venues in your own backyard. This castle set inflates with minimal effort once you hook it up to the heavy duty fan that is included. The packaging claims that the castle can be fully mounted in 45 seconds and in our informal test we did have pretty speedy results. Once its set up, kids up to 83 pounds are ready to get in and bounce (total weight should not exceed 250 pounds) in the yellow, red, and blue castle set. The entrance ramp and safety netting around the sides make for nice touches as does the convenient storage bag. --Charlie Williams ... Read more

Reviews (24)

Beware
Ten months after purchasing this product, and with minimal use, our Bounce 'Round Deluxe Castle developed a four inch tear along a seam.Not to fear, according to a Spinmaster representitive, because a patch kit can be purchased for $8.90 and when applied correctly will repair the tear.One month (two uses) after properly applying the patch, the tear continued along the seam and is now a 12 inch tear.

My biggest disappointment is with Spinmaster customer service.Because my purchase was outside of the limited 90 warranty they refused to do anything.I assured the representitive that I was not looking for something for nothing and I persisted to try to find some middle ground.If nothing else I would have considered purchasing a new jump house alone since I still have an operational motor.But I was told that Spinmaster could not (or would not) make that offer.

In summary, your Bounce 'Round will be a wonderful product as long as it holds together.MY Bounce 'Round Castle is a waste of money.

P.S.Anyone want to buy an extra motor?

Safety
We purchased this item and while the kids (ages 3 and 6) loved it, we found it to be quite dangerous.It is very easy for the kids to bump into eachother when there are 3 or more children playing in it.We also found that the safety instructions advise you not to use an extension cord for the fan, but the cord provided was not long enough to offer a safe distance from other objects.We ended up returning this to the store.

Fabulous Energy Releaser / Fabulous Rainy Day Toy
My kids (ages 1, 3, and 5) got this for Christmas and they love it...and all their friends love it.We put it in an unfinished area in our basement and they jump to their hearts content.It's durable, and helps them release some energy, especially on cold or rainy days! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Outdoor Play   

Editorial Review

Be it a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away or right here at home in the 21st century, Mr. Potato Head never fails to reinvent himself. For generations this spectacular spud has wowed us all with his ability to keep up with the times. Now he throws us all for a loop once again to reveal that even he has a Dark Side, taking up the role of the most menacing movie villains of all times: Darth Vader. Donning the trademark black helmet, mask and cape, our favorite tuber wields the infamous red lightsaber to become his own Darth Tater. Of course you’ll still find all the classic accessories like the googly eyes, red nose, and silly tongue we’ve come to love but now with an added twist of Star Wars. As always, all the pieces still fit away inside his body for easy storage.--Chip Quinn ... Read more

Reviews (25)

I LOVE DARTH TATER!
This is the coolest thing ever!He sits on my desk and watches me with those glaring eyes.He sometimes uses the force to manipulate me.Someone please help me!You are my only hope!

Ways to enjoy Darth Tater
Here are some ways to enjoy Darth Tater:

Darth Tater Tots

Au Gratin Darth Tater

Mashed Darth Taters

French Fried Darth Taters

Darth Tater Pancakes

With a shot or three of gin

On a platter of raw veggies, with dip, and covered in sesame seeds

Cut out his insides and fill it with watermelon balls

With Darth Cheeseburgers and Darth Milkshakes

Not at all--Darth Tater is a force to be reckoned with.Get it?Force.Ha!I kill me.(That one was written by ALF)

Luke - Use the Forks !!!
I'd say I'm embarrassed to tell you how many stores I went to looking for this and how many trips it took me to said stores. But I'm not.

Somewhere somone was saying "This is not the toy you want" .... but I ignored that Obi-Wan-ism and prevailed. Unfortunately I've been on the 'wait list' here @ amazon for months....and no luck (not their fault - Hasbro isn't saturating the market I guess). I refused to pay $20 and up on ebay for a less than $7 toy.

But it's not a toy.It proudly sits on my desk at work for all to admire, "oooh and aaah" over and laugh about. And they do.

I could care less about educational value or durability.It sits on my desk!!!!

(and yes, I bought two!...one to keep in the original packaging.)
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Subjects:  1. Action Figures    2. Movies    3. Collectible Action Figures   

Editorial Review

LeapFrog is well known for their interactive learning toys and now they've paired with Disney for a princesses' tour of language and math. Cinderella and Belle will help guide your child through various learning activities, such as: letter hunt, spelling games, addition and subtraction games, and number find. Both Belle and Cinderella tell jokes, sing songs, and are generally encouraging with sweet and cheerful voices. If your child decides to stop playing and doesn't turn the laptop off, the princesses ask, "Would you like to play some more?" and if there is no answer, the computer shuts itself off. An LCD screen displays letters, numbers, and other pictures during all the activities. Moms and dads will be glad to note that there are two volumes and virtually no set-up. Requires 4 "AA" batteries (included). --Megan Sullivan ... Read more

Reviews (33)

This is a good learning toy
My daughter loves Disney Princesses and she wants to get on my computer sometimes but is still too young to do things herself,so I got her this and she loves it!! She has learned quite a few things from it also. It is very durable, I think you get your money's worth. It makes them feel so big!!

Great learning toy
I bought this laptop for my daughter's 3rd Birthday.I think she has used it everyday since then.It really helps her learn her letters.She knows just about all of them now, after using it for about 3 months.I like that it is teaching her but she is having fun at the same time.She really enjoys playing with it.She says she is going to check her email when she uses it.There is a volume control, which is good.It also seems very durable.I haven't had any problems with it so far.I would definately recommend this toy for any little girl.

Great Toy
I bought this based on reviews for my 2 year old and she loves it.It keeps her busy while I am on my computer and she is learning new things. It will be a little while till she is totally using this product but well worth the money - I recommend to all parents. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Learning    2. Electronic Learning Aids (ELA)    3. Electronic    4. Math    5. Alphabet    6. Preschool    7. Counting   

Reviews (39)

Hate the seat, doesn't deserve the Britax name.
The base is open bottom so it is hard on leather seats.The lock off clip has borken twice and had to be replaced.The cover (stars and stripes/american flag) faded terribly after first wash in cold water.I've had a Big Cat Roundabout for 5 years and still madly love it.I just got a Big Cat Roadster to replace this and will be selling the marathon on a popular auction site.

TERRIBLE CRASH TEST RESULTS FROM CONSUMER REPORTS
I just purchased this car seat based on Consumer Reports' top rating.Now, a few days after my purchase, Consumer Report has issued a new report concerning Marathon's poor performance with the LATCH system.See the report at http://www.consumerreports.org/main/content/display_report.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=579525&bmUID=1112710646446#.I am shocked and dismayed that Britax has not used similar procedures to test out their car seats and fixed the problem.They were probably sitting on their laurels for far too long.

So, I regret purchasing this product and wished that I had purchased the Evenflo Titan V instead.

Hopefully, Britax will recall and replace this defective product soon.

The BEST Car Seat!!!
I LOVE this car seat!!It is so comfortable for my son to take a car ride in, he never fusses when he is in it and always wants to go for car rides.He falls asleep so easily in it, and the material makes it so nice for him to lay in.I like the size of it because it grows with your child from infant to toddler.Although, I did not buy this car seat until my son had turned one years old.I had used an infant car seat for him before I used this car seat.The Marathon that I bought is actually a lot better looking then the one on here, because I bought the light blue/gray type color and I must say it is absolutely beautiful.I feel so secure with my son being in this car seat and I know that if we were to ever get in an accident, I would feel totally safe with him being in that car seat.The price may seem high to some, but I think knowing that your child is safe when he/she is in the car is definitely worth the expense.I would suggest this car seat to anyone who is looking for one for their toddler, or go to your nearest Babies R Us and check out the light blue one I described, because it definitely is a car seat that every mom dreams to have for their child, and now it actually exists.:) ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Editorial Review

Leap Frog upholds its reputation as a leader in educational toys with this highly stimulating bouncy seat. With every kick and bat, Baby will trigger word play, songs, and rhymes, or classical music, not to mention dancing, twinkling lights. A "magic mirror" responds to touch by revealing visual imagery. Finally, three levels of vibrations soothe baby if all this learning becomes a bit overwhelming. Safety harness and a wide, solid base keep baby safe, while the cocoon-style seat keeps baby comfy. Three D batteries required (not included). Discontinue use when baby reaches 25 pounds or can sit upright unassisted. --Emilie Coulter ... Read more

Reviews (31)

LIGHTS TOO MUCH FOR SMALL BABIES
Overall this is great.My only complaint is that it doesn't have a mode where you can just play music without the accompanying light show that flashes in the baby's face (or at least I haven't figured out how to do so).The lights freak out my 3 month old.So, for now I can only sit her in it and use the vibrate mode.She likes her Fisher Price infant to toddler rocker (which is just $29.99) better.I'm sure she'll like this one better when she's a little older.

Not a fan
Another reviewer aptly pointed out this isn't really a bouncer because it doesn't bounce that well. Very true.I also don't like how the foot pad that makes noise doesn't work unless you have the arch thing pushed in, but I don't like that thing because I can't see my child with all the plastic stuff hanging down in front of her face.So without the arch thing in place, the thing doesn't bounce that well AND the foot pad doesn't make any noise.Rather big and cumbersome, too.

Great Chair
I bought this for my newborn son and I absolutely love it.I love the sturdy base of the seat.My newborn absolutely loves sitting and watching the colors appear on the mirror.The music is also very pleasant.The vibrations are also very good, not too much for him.My 23-month-old son also enjoys this chair.He is under 25 lbs and loves to sit in the chair and listen to the music and watch the colorful designs appear on the mirror.It is pricier than other bouncy chairs, but it is worth the money. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity    2. Bouncer Seats   

Editorial Review

Are you searching for a driving game that offers more than just breakneck speed? Look no further than Gran Turismo 4. The most recent installment in this amazingly popular racing game brings realistic driving to a whole new level. With loads of new cars and a vastly improved physics engine, you'll be ready to tackle the roads in your favorite cars from the last century.

The Cars
Automotive history is at your fingertips with Gran Turismo 4. You can select from over 700 cars, dating back nearly a century to the 1915 Ford Model T Tourer. From the United Kingdom's AC to Sweden's Volvo, you'll can choose from practically every car manufactured since 1915.

Beyond the list of cars, GT4 sports a new and vastly improved physics engine. Offering even greater realism than its predecessors, the GT4 engine has been meticulously designed to cover every inch and turn of your driving experience. Using physics to calculate weight, speed, friction, and a host of other nuances, every car delivers performance with its own unique, precise handling and feel.

This game isn't just about the cars, though -- it's also about the competition. The advanced, lifelike drivers compete with fervor unmatched even by some of your video game buddies. Fueled by the latest advances in artificial intelligence, your digital rivals will react to your every move with behavior modeled after actual professional racers.

It may take you weeks to test drive all 700 available cars, but with Gran 4 you'll never truly run out of "new" vehicles. This game is equipped with a multitude of options to customize your favorite cars. Brakes, shocks, and engine components can all be upgraded. You can stylize your car with wings, rims, and color, and you can even change your oil. In short, you can do whatever needs to be done to keep your car tuned and looking hot for the next big race.

The Human Element
Gran Turismo 4 brings something completely new to your gaming experience. In the stands you'll find spectators who comes to life in3D before your very eyes. They react with genuine human emotions to your every move, cheering as you pass, and snapping photographs as you cross the finish line. Your next pit stop will take place as if you were really there. You'll watch the process unfold in real-time as your crew rushes to change your tires and refuel your tank. But that's not all. With the new addition of convertibles, you are truly in the drivers seat. Your drivers will react with precise and fluid motions, and turn just as you would if you were behind the wheel. Gran Turismo has never looked so unbelievably real.

The Courses
Not only does GT4 bring you the rare opportunity to drive hundreds of cars, it also offers you a vast collection of actual racing locations. Rip through the exotic Costa di Malfi in Capri, burn rubber through the urban jungle of Hong Kong, or throw up some serious dust at the Grand Canyon -- no matter where you decide to race, you'll love driving any of the game's fourteen tracks. Feeling nostalgic? With Gran 4, you can even race on some of your old, favorite tracks from previous editions.

LAN Play
Compete against your buddies with the LAN play functionality of GT4. Connect up to three PlayStation 2 consoles and bring together up to six players in a racing frenzy that pits you against your friends. Each console will need a copy of Gran Turismo 4, the proper connecting cables, and all the standard gaming equipment. Once connected, you'll be ready for a life-like battle of driving abilities and mental toughness. With LAN play, the action has never been more intense or more realistic! ... Read more

Features

• Characteristics of the cars are realistically designed and calculated so that they handle to the real-life physics of that particular vehicle.
• New technology blends real-time action with a photo-fixed background to immerse the player in real-life environments such as New York City, the Grand Canyon and others.
• Players will have access to experience more than 500 authentic automobiles encompassing manufacturers from around the world, with a range from vintage to modern vehicles.
• Gran Turismo 4 offers advanced opponent behavior to capture real-life racing and unpredictability of finishes.

Reviews (157)

Great game, very time consuming and hard
Hey first off, this game is a really good racing simulator.Graphics are much improved and there is a phenominal selection of cars to choose from.Overall the feel of the driving feels extremely real, but cars can very from the performance of past games (for example the RUF cars aren't very fast this time around).
There is however a lot of downsides to this game.To start off, as a prior reviewer already stated, why in the world do you have to do rally racing on this to get your liscense?People don't buy the game to drive on a bunch of dirt, that would be Collin Macree Rally or some other rally game.
Second, this game is extremely long compared to the others, I mean long.That is good and bad.Good becasue you'll probably not get bored playing this for a long time, bad becasue you'll go insane trying to get 100%!Another biggie is some of the endurance races even speeded up (3x's) take more than eight hours!If you can spend nine hours starring at a TV screen never leaving your house then go for it!If not then you are doomed to never complete the game.
Forth problem is that the game if very very hard.At the higher levels goodluck winning, you'll spend forever practicing before you'll even be able to keep up.But with a lot, and I mean a lot of practice its possible.
To conclude this is a really really fun game.If you liked the three prior to this then you will love this game, but probably find yourself a little frustrated with the length and difficulty.I been playing a couple months, and am about 90% complete so it is a doable game, if you have the time and paitence!

Best car game yet
Don't listen to rockethead7 because he don't know what he's talking about. I rented GT4 for the first time last Thursday and I thought it was the best Gran Turismo yet. My first car was a 69' Chevy Camaro ss with a 427.(I think it was a 427) Then I raced in the Camaro races a whole bunch. I got the money for the Camaro by doing that data transfer thing from GT3 and got my A and B license and 100,000 dollars. It makes it a whole lot easier. Then I bought a Buick special, won a Chevelle, a Corvette Z06 racecar 1969, with the corvette I bought. I was really interested in getting this game because of the old cars on it. I played it and got more than I expected. It has the best old cars on it, like chevelles, camaros, corvettes, buick specials, 1915 ford model t, and a pontiac gto to name some of my favorites. Rockethead7 sucks. He don't like old cars, and old cars are the best.

Great game, Do NOT be fooled!!
First of i would like to say that this is a tough game not super hard but hard at some points. i am about 30% complete in about a week and a half. The first thing that you need to do if you can is to get the 2 licenses from GT3 and 100,000 credits if you can. That is what i did. this way you can spend all that money on one car and let that car carry you on to more money and more cars. This game is amazing when accounting for the HUGE selection of cars. I would highly recomend this game to anyone. To me this is no doubt the best racing game for the PS2. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Action    6. Adventure    7. Racing    8. Flying   

Editorial Review

The motto for this brand is "Never miss a moment!" That should tell you just how versatile it could be. The Cross Terrain carrier is for active parents, who want to bring along Baby, but only if both can be comfortable. It comes with a height-adjustable seat that "grows" with your child; padded, adjustable, load-bearing harnesses and restraints; and sturdy back support. A mesh panel, strategically placed, keeps grownups cool and comfortable, and another mesh canopy protects Baby from the sun. Multiple storage areas (side pockets, cup holder, panels, large item compartment, bottle pack for food and baby supplies) make it easy to store everything you need. To top it off, a sturdy kickstand holds up you supply-filled monster once it's off your back, and baby is in your lap. Its lightweight design easily folds down into a compact, easy-to-carry unit no more than 8.5 pounds empty. --Diane Beall ... Read more

Features

• Sun-blocking canopy
• Load-bearing harness and straps
• Sturdy kickstand holds everything up
• Strategic mesh panels for ventilation on long hikes
• Multiple storage areas

Reviews (18)

Outstanding!
After researching many backpacks, from the most expensive on down, I decided to try this one.My husband and I took our 7 month old (big!)baby to Yosemite.We love this backpack!It was so comfortable for us, and our little one was so cozy and happy as well!Plenty of room for goodies and adjusts to any size person.Good choice!!!

We Love It!
Our boy will be a year old next weekend and we bought this backpack a few days ago. We went for a walk around the block to test it out and he LOVED it! He was up so high, could see everthing, and I could tell he was very comfortable. Tons of padding, tons of storage (removeable if need be) and I have no complaints at all about it. It's definitely worth the money!!

stroller substitute
Recently, we went to Chile and brought this with us in lieu of a stroller. We were a bit hesistant about leaving behind the stroller, but never regretted the decision. The Cross Terrain Carrier was used at the airport, on the beach and in the mountains. It was comfortable for the adults (the child's weight is evenly distributed and it doesn't feel bulky or too heavy), felt secure (we didn't worry about our 22-month-old son falling out or being taken out!) and our son even fell asleep in it. While not sleeping, he seemed to enjoy the higher view (no more knees). We also received lots of positive comments from many different people. Great product. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Backpacks   

Editorial Review

The PlayStation2 is equipped with a 128-bit Emotion Engine processor that enables lightning-fast gameplay and impressive graphics power. The console builds on its home entertainment value by doubling as a DVD player and accommodating most of the original PlayStation's vast library of games. PS2 is known for its excellent selection of titles for the older gamer. ... Read more

Features

• Lightning-fast gameplay
• Backward-compatible with PlayStation games
• Includes console and 1 controller
• Plays DVDs
• 128-bit Emotion Engine processor

Reviews (414)

Don't buy this!
The playstation 2 console is a great machine for video games... until the warrenty runs out!After that it breaks down, has disk error and everything else.Save your money and buy the XBOX 360!!!!!

CRAAAAP mine broke
one christsmas my family received a ps2(yr 2000)it broke for no reason x-mas 2003 its been a yr and a half since then any way after it broke i was crushed I have no clue wy but i abandonded
sony and got a gc (booooo)big mistake i loved it at first for like 2 months but now it just sits there on my shelf (I cant find a good deal to sell the thing)but in the last yr i have been saving up my money i would have bought a ps2 by now but no
I want my return to the loyalty of sony gaming to be big I am going towards a bigger prize im going to get the... the... the... ps3 yes you heard me the ps3 i would have gotten the psp but its games arent doing well i will give it a year before i buy it( the psp) but any way by all the money ill have by then
i am going to get the ps3 one cotroller a memory card(if the rumor about a certain sony hardrive doesnt work out as planned)
the best launch title(s) and the newest in the dynasty warriors series (that is my most favorite game when my ps2 broke i had all characters all secret weapons all forces all secrets all every thing) tip:sighn up for psm its the greatest tells you stuff way before it comes out (I knew of god of war 3 yrs before release and the psp and ps3 3 yrs ago) any way I hope to see you in socom 3( I know from psm) online or on 25 to life or the godfather wich has snoop dogg in it(snoop dogg in 1930's ?) anyway see you losers ive got ps3 cash to earn and and games to get.

PS2 is still the best all round game outthere
Graphics ans sound x-box
Games for the kids g-cube
All aound game play PS2
i agree the ps2 will be maul if not it's game titles , but come on don't make the mistake and have the most powerful systems and just don't have the variety of game to enjoy your system what IS the use having a game console with only two good games???????? Ps2 has great games , reasonable sound, and the graphic is bearable it,s actually not so bad i hope they do better for PS3
I LOVE THE COMPETITION!!!!!!!!

WE THE GAMERS ARE GETTING VALUE FOR MONEY BUY ANY GAME CONSOLE YOU LIKE IT DON'T REALLY MATTER BUT I STILL SAY PS2 IS FOR ANY AND EVERYONE .
LATERZZZZ ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. PS2 (PSX2)    3. Sony Playstation (Play station) 2    4. Playstation2 (Play station2)    5. Console (ps2console playstation2console)   

Editorial Review

An economical choice, the Alpha Omega Elite carries your child throughout his young life so you'll never need more than one car seat. Parents can install the car seat to be rear-facing for 5- to 35-pound babies, set it to a forward-facing position when the child weighs between 20 and 40 pounds, and then use it as a booster seat when kids weigh between 30 and 100 pounds. The Alpha Omega Elite secures using the LATCH system, which complies with current federal safety standards. The five-point harness restraint is easy to adjust and the chest clip is a cinch to open and close in a hurry. Padding on the shoulder straps, back, and headrest; fold-down armrests, and three reclining positions ensure your child's comfort. There is even a built-in cup holder alongside the base for a sippy cup. For parents' convenience, the harness has four different heights and the headrest moves with the straps so rethreading the straps is never necessary. The Alpha Omega Elite comes in a neutral black and gray tweed-style fabric that matches the interior of most vehicles. --Cristina Vaamonde ... Read more

Features

• Fully-padded
• Rear- and foward-facing
• Booster seat
• 5-point, adjustable harness
• LATCH system-equipped

Reviews (214)

Joey's Big Boy Car Seat
After researching car seats on Consumer Reports and reading all of the reviews on the many car seats, we decided on the Alpha Omega Elite.We purchased one seat first, to see if our 8 month old son was comfortable in it....he loves the seat, so... we love the seat.After only a week, we purchased another for our second vehicle.We have since been on a couple of road trips and Joey seems happy, comfortable, and content in this seat. We were worried about moving him to his "big boy car seat" at first because he really enjoyed playing with his toys that hung from the handle of his infant carrier.The bigger car seats obviously do not have that handle overhead.However, there are so many toys out there you can place in or in front of the seat to compensate.Installation was not difficult.However, in one of our vehicles the back seat angles up.So we did have to cut pool noodles and place them under the front of the seat to allow it to recline at an angle comfortable for Joey.I think some type of seat leveler made specifically for this seat SHOULD BE INCLUDED with the seat for customer convenience. I am not totally comfortable with having to add something to level the seat.We gave this 4 stars because of that and also because the pillow used more for infants should be able to be removed more easily from it's position and should have snaps to remove it when your child no longer needs it.We also would not use this seat for an infant.

ok... if you never need to clean it
My biggest complaint about this carseat is how difficult it is to get all the pieces apart when it needs cleaning. My daughter throws up an average amount in the car, and taking this seat apart to clean it is a nightmare. Also, I agree with the other reviewers that I never felt like I was getting the straps tight enough, and they are constantly getting twisted. The "puzzle-piece" buckle is a pain, but I've seen the same thing on lots of other carseats, so I thought it must be a standard or something. I would recommend going with 3 separate seats - infant seat, toddler seat, then booster seat. This one seems like a good deal, getting more in one package, but the stress is not worth it.

Perfect!
This car seat is perfect.It is large but it fits fine in my van.My son was born 3 and a half weeks early and was 6 pounds 12 ounces so I did use an infant carrier but once he turned 10 pounds I put in in the Alpha Omega and he fits fine.I would recommend this car seat to everyone! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats   

Reviews (6)

I own TWO
I didnt buy travel systems with my 2nd and 3rd children because they were twins. We liked that this print went well with our BLACK double snap-n-go and it was great for both our Boy and Girl twins. This seat is so comfortable that my twins actually slept in it for their first 8 weeks! It is very easy to transfer from base, to stroller, to table top, to restaurant highchair (it fits perfectly). I can put any LAMAZE toy on the handles and they are very easy and comfortable to hold. They werent as heavy as the PegPregos and my twins love em'. ITs a great way to get the twins out of relatives arms without hurting feelings, its also a safe place for them to be when not in our germ free home. They are only in the 13th percentile and are very prone to illness so this seat is their saftey zone! Its super safe and always a smooth ride no matter where they are. I really love the color (they come in many colors though) and I can't get enough of how much we have used ours. We will deffinatly get the work out of these carriers, they are just so awesome. I wouldnt want anyother brand or anyother print... WAY TO GO GRACO!

Mother of 3
I absolutely love this carseat. I have been through every major brand and this is by far the best. Luckily I was fortunate enough to discover this with my second child. I am now expecting my fourth and I will definately use this.The best thing about it is for those of you moms that have to use the head supports because you hate the way it makes your babies head flop if you dont ....worry no more...you can set this in three different positions and in the third position they are totally reclined when asleep and does not put a crick in your little ones neck.

Good seat, uncomfortable handle
I bought this seat to use as a travel system with the metrolite LE stroller in metropolitan.I wanted the carseat in metropolitan but didn't want to spend $140 when it looked identical to this seat.Overall, I'm happy with the seat, except I don't like the handle.The more expensive snugride seats have handles that are wrapped in black rubber and are more ergonimically designed.This seat's handle has only one part wrapped in rubber and it hurts my hand if carrying for longer than 5 minutes. Also, my car is equipped with LATCH and I use it with the base, but for some reason it doesn't seem secure at all! I drove around a corner and the entire seat tipped to the side! So I'm now using the base with the LATCH system and the seatbelt, and this seems a little more secure. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Car Seats    3. Infant Car Seats   

Reviews (8)

Excellent Purchase
Me and my husband bought this play yard when my son was too big to fit in his bassinett.He is currently 6 months old, 27 inches & 20 lbs.He is STILL able to use the bassinett feature of this play yard.The material is very durable.The musical feature lulled our baby boy to sleep MANY times.And even when he is sleeping in his crib I remove the box from the corner of the playyard and put it in his crib with the music playing.I have purchased the Ocean Wonders Aquarium for his crib which is nice but he still likes the music of the playyard music box.And the storage pockets on both sides of the playyard are fantastic not to mention the shade to go over the top to protect them from the sun or other lights.It's a great purchase.You won't be disappointed.

This playyard is a lifesaver!
We use this play yard for everything.During the day, our son sleeps in it and is changed in it.We love that it has the bassinet feature as well as the changing table.Also, he likes the vibrating option.It really soothes him.I am looking forward to using it outside once it gets nicer out as well.I would recommend this to anyone.

The best!!
We have been using this for our third baby and it has been fantastic!!Before this, we had two different brand playyards for our two older children - one had sides that collapsed (very scary strangulation hazard, but for some reason was not captured in the recall) and the other we got rid of because we thought we were done (but we like this one better anyway!).This has by far been the best that we have used or have seen.

We have a two story home and use it all the time.The change table is nice and sturdy (makes a great downstairs change station because it also has a detachable bag that can be loaded with diapers, diaper creams, etc.).The bassinet is great for the newborn stage because it is easy to lift baby in and out.The sunshade is very handy for outdoors and you can slide the shade material back and forth depending on the angle of the sun (good coverage).We recently took it on a weekend getaway and we all slept great!!It was easy to set up and take down.Just make sure you follow the instructions for how to setup and collapse the sides or you may find it difficult and frustruating like another reviewer did (the floor must NOT be in lowered position and all of the legs need to be close together in order to keep the sides from accidentally lowering when the playyard is in use).

The only downside is that it would be nice if it was made out of lightweight materials because it is a bit heavy, but then again, so are all of the other brands. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gear    2. Playards    3. Furniture   

Editorial Review

Early Adopters Pick: March 2003. As theworld's smallest video-game platform, the Game Boy Advance SP is also the first to use a built-in rechargeable battery.

Many decried the original Game Boy Advance's reflective LCD screen and its reliance on external light sources. The Game Boy Advance SP's main feature--optional backlighting--fixes this complaint nicely, but it's the wealth of other features that makes this system so surprisingly good.

At first look, you might think the SP is a sleek travel alarm clock. When closed, it's just as tall and deep as the original GBA, but only half as wide. Due to its clamshell design, the screen is always protected from everyday scratches. A small button in the center of the console turns on the backlighting element for use in low-light situations, like in a moving car.

The SP comes with a well-designed power adapter that recharges a built-in battery; its prongs fold in for easier storage. Our informal tests found that it takes about four hours to fully charge (you can even play it while it's plugged in and charging), and the battery lasts about 11 hours with the backlighting constantly on--your results may vary. Using the backlighting less often will conserve battery power.

Withseparately soldcables, you can connect the Game Boy Advance SP to other GBAsfor multiplayer gaming (above) or to theNintendo GameCube(below) to access secret levels, exchange data, or use other specialfeatures that vary from game to game.

The quality of the backlighting is very good. It's bright and clear when looking directly at it, but degraded from other angles. This is only a problem for friends who are watching the screen from over your shoulder.

But size, power, and affordability do not come without trade offs. There's no headphone jack here, though Nintendo promises an adapter. The system isn't very loud at its highest volume, and the sound can be turned down to socially acceptable levels. The L and R shoulder buttons are a fraction of the size they were on the GBA, and thus are harder to hit. Also, the reduced size of the SP is slightly less comfortable for adult hands than the GBA, but perhaps more comfortable for smaller hands. The cartridge port placement on the lower part of the console is fine for GBA games, since they are flush with the console body, but older Game Boy Color carts will stick out in a way that takes some getting used to.

Open it up and the hinge will seek out a preferred, pre-set angle (about 150 degrees), though you can open it a bit wider or narrower for your own comfort. The hinge stands up well to lateral pressure, and over all, the SP seems just as rugged as its predecessor--which has proven to be very rugged, indeed. --Porter B. Hall

Unit Specifications

• CPU: 32-Bit ARM with embedded memory
• Memory: 32 KB with 96 KB VRAM (in CPU), 256 KB WRAM (external of CPU)
• Screen: 2.9-inch reflective TFT color LCD
• Display Size: 1.6 by 2.4 inches (40.8 by 61.2 mm)
• Resolution: 240 x 160 pixels in a wide-screen aspect ratio
• Colors: 511 simultaneous colors from a palette of 32,768
• Software: Fully compatible with Game Boy and Game Boy Color game paks
• Light Source: Front light integrated with LCD
• Size (closed): 3.3 by 3.23 by .96 inch
• Weight: Approximately 5 ounces
• Power Supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Battery Life: 10 hours continuous play with light on; 18 hours with light off; 3 hours recharging

Features

• Screen: 2.9" Reflective TFT Color LCD
• Display Size: 1.61" x 2.41"
• Resolution: 240 x 160 pixels
• Color: Simultaneously display more than 32,000 colors.
• CPU: 32-bit RISC-CPU with embedded memory.

Reviews (81)

Excellent Game System For The Money.
I'm a 35 year old man and -- I admit it -- I bought this thing for myself.Once you've made the initial investment in the hardware, the games cartridges themselves are relatively inexpensive(...) making it a good system for the casual video-gamer (like me) or the serious hobbyist.

Game cartridges are also within the monetary grasp of many older children's allowances, so a GameBoy Advance could be used to teach children discipline with money.In other words, buy your kid(s) the hardware (and at least one game) to start with and then let them purchase other software when their funds permit.And, of course, game cartridges make inexpensive presents when birthdays or holidays come around.

As for me, game play is very enjoyableand I'm thoroughly impressed with the graphics considering the screen size and pixel depth available to the system. (Currently I'm playing my first two cartridges: Spider-Man 2 and Star Wars III: Revenge Of The Sith.)

Overall, for young or old, the GameBoy Advance is a great system (even surpassing its gimmicky touch-screen sibling, the Nintendo DS).The only thing an adult player has to consider is that the majority of games are marketed mostly to those in their early teens and younger.Other than that, its excellent.To top it all off, a GameBoy Advance can also play movies and TV shows with GameBoy Advance Video cartridges.

In short, if you're looking for an affordable expandable video game system, either for you or for your children, get this.

good stuff by carly goldman
Once I saw this Item I said "mom can we buy this" she said "No" I really wanted this and just so you knowall kids love this ytoy so as a birthday present buy this toy for your child.

Poofy fluffy babey wabey cutesy wutesy rootsy tootsy GBASP!!
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Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo Game Boy Advance (Gameboy)    3. GBA    4. Consoles   

Editorial Review

Many decried the original Game Boy Advance's reflective LCD screen and its reliance on external light sources. The Game Boy Advance SP's main feature--optional backlighting--fixes this complaint nicely, but it's the wealth of other features that makes this system so surprisingly good.

At first look, you might think the SP is a sleek travel alarm clock. When closed, it's just as tall and deep as the original GBA, but only half as wide. Due to its clamshell design, the screen is always protected from everyday scratches. A small button in the center of the console turns on the backlighting element for use in low-light situations, like in a moving car.

The SP comes with a well-designed power adapter that recharges a built-in battery; its prongs fold in for easier storage. Our informal tests found that it takes about four hours to fully charge (you can even play it while it's plugged in and charging), and the battery lasts about 11 hours with the backlighting constantly on--your results may vary. Using the backlighting less often will conserve battery power.

Withseparately soldcables, you can connect the Game Boy Advance SP to other GBAsfor multiplayer gaming (above) or to theNintendo GameCube(below) to access secret levels, exchange data, or use other specialfeatures that vary from game to game.

The quality of the backlighting is very good. It's bright and clear when looking directly at it, but degraded from other angles. This is only a problem for friends who are watching the screen from over your shoulder.

But size, power, and affordability do not come without trade offs. There's no headphone jack here, though Nintendo promises an adapter. The system isn't very loud at its highest volume, and the sound can be turned down to socially acceptable levels. The L and R shoulder buttons are a fraction of the size they were on the GBA, and thus are harder to hit. Also, the reduced size of the SP is slightly less comfortable for adult hands than the GBA, but perhaps more comfortable for smaller hands. The cartridge port placement on the lower part of the console is fine for GBA games, since they are flush with the console body, but older Game Boy Color carts will stick out in a way that takes some getting used to.

Open it up and the hinge will seek out a preferred, pre-set angle (about 150 degrees), though you can open it a bit wider or narrower for your own comfort. The hinge stands up well to lateral pressure, and over all, the SP seems just as rugged as its predecessor--which has proven to be very rugged, indeed. --Porter B. Hall

Unit Specifications

• CPU: 32-Bit ARM with embedded memory
• Memory: 32 KB with 96 KB VRAM (in CPU), 256 KB WRAM (external of CPU)
• Screen: 2.9-inch reflective TFT color LCD
• Display Size: 1.6 by 2.4 inches (40.8 by 61.2 mm)
• Resolution: 240 x 160 pixels in a wide-screen aspect ratio
• Colors: 511 simultaneous colors from a palette of 32,768
• Software: Fully compatible with Game Boy and Game Boy Color game paks
• Light Source: Front light integrated with LCD
• Size (closed): 3.3 by 3.23 by .96 inch
• Weight: Approximately 5 ounces
• Power Supply: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Battery Life: 10 hours continuous play with light on; 18 hours with light off; 3 hours recharging

Features

• Sleek red handheld gaming machine
• Optional backlighting allows gaming anywhere, any time
• Clamshell design protects from scratches
• Power adapter charges batteries as you play
• Easy to hook up with other gamers using connect cable

Reviews (80)

Best Portable Gaming Console to Own: maybe the only to own
I got the Nintendo DS, and let me tell you this: you would still need the Gameboy SP.In fact, I went back to buy an SP!!!

Why?First of all, the DS is much bigger (more like the old Gameboy Advance) than anticipated to be carried in your pocket: the SP when folded is really the perfect form.

Secondly, you really don't want to carry an $150 equipment with a touchscreen.Of course, there are certainly more expensive hardware out there with touchscreen such as PDA that can be carried around in your pocket, but the DS really feel fragile in comparison WITH THE FOLDING DUAL SCREEN.

Thirdly, there are a lot more games to pick on Gameboy Advance than in the DS and the newest PSP's libraries.

Lastly, Gameboy SP (and DS) use cartdridge.That means that there's no need for more load time.The data comes straight from ROM.That means that you can just turn the console on, wait for the Logo screens and some other few introductions, press Start, load previously saved game, and fire up.Few seconds here and there saved means a lot when you can only have very few time to play (e.g. during a short break).

Nevertheless, that doesn't mean that the DS is inferior.The Nintento DS is quite superior to the SP, but its superiority is only justify in hardware upgrade, not portability and practicality.For instance, I find the screen in the DS to be much better in graphic than the SP.But for longer use, the SP is much easier to the eyes, and it has the option to have the light off if needed.The DS don't have that option, and that explains to you why the colors in the DS are more vibrant: the colors come straight from the screen where you cannot turn off its brightness, whereas the SP you turn off and on a LIGHT (LED I believe)!

In practical life, the Gameboy SP is the gaming console that I use the most.The battery is integrated in the console, and is rechargeable every time that you plug in the AC adaptor (much like a mobile phone, or the Nintendo DS).Unlike the older Gameboy systems which requires alkaline battery to be inserted, this newer system, Gameboy SP and higher version, saves money and time with the integrated lithium (not sure if I got this spelled correctly) battery.

I own a PS2 and Gamecube.Graphics, sounds, and playability are of course better in those systems: no doubt about the XBOX.But quite frankly, as an adult with a family I barely find MY CHANCE to get my hand on the TV (because my wife uses it and picks her own channel to watch), and on the joystick (if my children doesn't mess them up).If I move the PS2 or Gamecube to another room with another TV, by the time I'm all set with the cables I would have been done playing with the SP already.Even if everything is all setup to go without interruption, by the time the CD loads up the game, then loads up the saved game, I would have been on the sofa playing a Gameboy Advance game with the TV on, and my drink and snack next to me.

With a compact gaming console such as the Gameboy SP, you can fold it and put it in a place where no one else can use it such as in your very own pocket, carry it with you, and have your own private time more instantly at your will anywhere (e.g. bathroom :).

When your wife complains to you that you spend too much time playing video games, that's because you are really spending a lot of time playing video games, but indeed that's because you are using the biggest TV in the house for your own entertainment.Well, with the Gameboy, you can have your wife take the biggest TV in the house, and play the game that you like instantly.

Forget about other system, you'll be amazed how small those cartdriges can be arranged.Forget about the original box of the PS2 in your library collection where you'll have to find some space to put them, or the heavy CD case that you may have.Try it, and you'll see how practical it can be.Of course, the Gameboy Advance doesn't have all the game such as Chrono Cross and etc...

The coolest toy in the world
I got this Gameboy on my birthday.And when I got it,it looked pretty dumb. But then when I got my first game for it, it was great. This was one of my first experiences with a Gameboy SP, and on the plane trip to Hawaii, I couldn't stop playing it!!
It was one of the best toys I ever got, and it should have a 5000-star rating! It was so easy to use and the keys for it were in the best position. One of the best parts about it is that there are so many games to choose from.There are future games, exciting games and fighting games.It really is the coolest toy in the world.

Overall Best
It dosent matter if you get the flame one or not. I have the Blue one and it is no different from the red one.The SP is the best handheld ever created. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Video Games    2. Nintendo Game Boy Advance (Gameboy)    3. GBA    4. Consoles   

Features

• Compete in action packed lightsaber duels against Darth Maul
• Experience mind-blowing space battles in your starfighter
• Use the Force to construct - accessing secret areas and overcoming obstacles - and play as many favorite characters such as Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Yoda and more!

Reviews (14)

Lego StarWars- an awesome game w/ many cheats
The first few seconds i played this game, and i was hooked. Its title may make people think its a poser video game, but i say its the real deal. its also fun to beat up your partner, giving them less limbs and stuff. i rate it a 11 out of 10 because its just that good!
Also, here are a few cheats to use at dexters diner
~Ki Adi Mundi = DP55MV
~Padm`e = 92UJ7D
P.S. all the codes require lego Studs.

Revenge of the Bricks
First a point of clarification: Lego Star Wars is not a game destined to go down in the annals of gaming history. It is not for the hardcore gamer. However, if you are a devoted fanboy of Star Wars, or Legos or Star Wars AND Legos, then this game will not disappoint.

First I shall talk about the many ways this game is a fanboy's delight. There is something very odd, yet astoundingly cool about seeing the Star Wars universe transformed into Legos. Every aspect of the game is tied to the bricks. When enemies (and your character) die, they shatter into lego pieces. Jedi have to use the force to build and break pieces. Every ship, building and character is built from bricks. It all works flawlessly and, thanks to good graphics, looks good too. Also, transforming the Star Wars movie into Legos adds a quirky sense of humor to the (in some people's opinions) sometimes lacking movies. Familiar scenes are fun to see skewed as Lego reimaginations. There is no dialogue, so all the little Lego guys communicate through facial expression and sound effects, and it works surprisingly well.

For the Star Wars fanboy, you are set, if anything by the sheer number of playable characters. You can unlock almost any Jedi that has been in the prequel, and tons of other characters that all look great and sometimes hilarious as Legos. I'm pretty sure this is the only Star Wars game that you can play as Darth Maul, Darth Vader and The Emperor, not to mention a Gronk Driod, three versions of Obi-Wan, Yoda and of course, R2-D2.

Gameplay wise, Lego Star Wars is a bit more complex than its look would mandate. Combat is simple, but effective. The game also has a very simple RPG feel, as you have a party of different characters that you must switch to at different times to perform different tasks. This is no Final Fantasy or KOTOR by any stretch of the imagination, but you do need to be mindful of having the right characters with you at the right times. It adds something to a game that could be seen as too juvenile.

That brings up a good point. Lego Star Wars is marketed as a kids game. This will scare away the hardcore gamers, which is probably a good idea and just what the makers wanted. Hard core gamers who are not Star Wars fans probably should keep looking for a deeper, more challenging game. I am not a kid (per se) but I was still able to find a lot of enjoyment in this game. The most "kid-like" quality is that it is short. In a rental period, you could unlock pretty much anything worth unlocking.

The saving replay factor is that every single level has the chance for cooperative multiplayer, so its a great game to have on your shelf when friends come over. Because its controls are simple and the story is familiar to almost everyone, its a great game for people that don't usually play video games.

All in all Lego Star Wars is a fun great game. Though its not for everyone, its for anyone that likes Star Wars, Legos and accessible gaming.

AWESOME!
For PS2 this game was awesome!!!!i dont have any other platforms so i dont know about any others but i thought it was really cool, the graphics were avg. compared to most PS2 games and the concept of LEGO and star wars put together was just the icing on the cake. It is a clean game with no gore or blood or anything, so if your parents are like mine and are very strict about what games u can play then even they will let u play THIS game8-) -its a smiley ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Star Wars (Starwars)    2. Video Games    3. Xbox (x box)    4. Microsoft    5. Action    6. Adventure   

Reviews (4)

this sucks
it sucks it breaks easy and doesn't work good dont waste your money like i did

These are fun to play spy with!
I own these toys, and I have a lot of fun with them. I like to sneak around the house and listen in on conversations, look around with the binocs, and use the light beam sensor to stay alert if sister enters my base.

The binocs are pretty good and you can adjust them so whtever your looking at won't be blury. The light on the binocs can be turned on inside the binocs or they can pop out for more distance. The batteries do not run out very fast.

The Spy Listener thing with glasses works well, and you can even hear people wisper. If you twist the end of the Spy Listener thing while it is clicked back in the module it will pop out in cool gesture into what it looks like in the picture provided by Amazon at the time being. The setbck to it is it us the very small, expensive batteries. I left mine on and it lost all battery power and I haven't had the chance to ask my dad to get some new ones yet. Overall it is a good device.

The Spy Light Beam Sensor sends out an invisible beam that if broken sounds an alarm. You can pull the front out or push it in for the sensitivity or range you want. The device does not work well if layed on the ground. Therefore, you should put it on something a foot or two above the ground. The range of it is not very far because on mine it only went 2-3 feet but maybe thats because I use it a lot.

I give this set 5 stars of fun because I have had a lot of fun playing spy with my friends.

I give it 3 stars of eductional value because you use your imagination.

I give it 4 stars of durability because all of these have taken big falls while playing with them and when I was a spy for Halloween.

I give it 4 stars overall because thats what it averages out to.

great set
this toy is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!
my favorite part is the binoculars.
*A MUST HAVE* ... Read more

Editorial Review

In the bright, cheerful colors that Sassy has become famous for, this set of miscellaneous playthings and teethers is sure to capture baby's interest and attention. While the eye-catching colors and shapes, are sure to draw baby's eye, the toys in this set also come in a variety of textures and shapes, so that baby can investigate how each one feels in her hand and, inevitably, in her mouth. Soft, flexible rubber parts on many of the toys make them just right for a little playful gnawing when baby is teething, while other toys in the set come with smoother plastic parts that have been rounded off to prevent injury. --Chris Burns ... Read more

Features

• Diversity of shapes, colors and textures
• Soft rubber teething toys
• Smooth plastic play toys

Reviews (25)

Wonderful
I wasn't sure what toys to buy, since there are so many to choose from.This set of toys were perfect.Since my daughter could first hold a rattle at around 3 months until present she has loved these toys.There is something for every step of the way.

A Great Assortment of Baby Toys
I bought this set before my son was born and couldn't wait to show him all of the bright, colorful toys.When he was a few weeks old, we held the rattles in front of him, and he stared at them in amazement.Eventually he learned to hold and shake them on his own, and then he discovered the other toys.He fell in love with the yellow and purple jingle ball, and he would have lots of fun shaking it and rolling it across the floor.The teethers are nicely textured, and the linking letters are fun to dangle from an activity gym.Also, my son loves the little yellow rubber ducky and the purple octopus.I squirt him with them during bath time, and he laughs and squeals.Of all the toys we now own, many of his favorites are from the original Sassy set.This toy set has been wonderful, and I would highly recommend it to other parents.Not only are the toys designed with bright, high-contrast patterns to please young infants, but also they are varied and durable enough to please older babies.This truly is a great assortment of baby toys.

Best gift ever!
I received this box of toys as a shower gift for my twins.They are now 7 months old and continue to play with these toys.They both continue to go back to this set, more so then any other toys they have.I will always buy this as a baby gift from now on. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Gifts    2. Gift Sets   

Editorial Review

Though it looks like a toy, don't be fooled: the Nintendo GameCube is a powerful video game console that rightly deserves its place among the other next-generation game systems. In fact, its playful, appealing design and small size (the unit is a not-quite-cubed 6 inches) aren't the only features that set it apart from the others.

For starters, Nintendo has quite clearly made this a game-only machine. It doesn't try to play your CD collection, run your movies, read your e-mail, or store your MP3 files. The company has concentrated its efforts on games. All the prelaunch titles we've seen play smoothly, with bright, fast graphics and great sound. Nintendo says its engineers have removed traditional bottlenecks that have, in the past, slowed down processing. New components designed by IBM and MoSys, as well as a large-capacity secondary memory cache, keep instructions moving through the system's microprocessor (MPU) at peak levels. In English: the GameCube is optimized to push speed up while pushing costs down; hence its position at the lower end of the price spectrum.

The GameCube is the first Nintendo video game system to use a disc-based medium rather than cartridges for its games. Moving the software to disc media generally means lower development costs for the publishers, which, in turn, trickles down to the consumer not only in price, but also in availability and quality, as it's then easier to try out untested game ideas (Pikmin, anyone?). While most other systems likewise have their games stored on discs, the GameCube's 3-inch format is smaller than everyone else's, and is so designed to fit in a shirt pocket as much as to deter would-be software pirates.

Of course, the main advantage of the GameCube is that it's the home field of one of the world's premier game designers: Nintendo. While powerhouses Electronic Arts and Sega make games for all systems (including this one), you can play Nintendo games only on a Nintendo system. And Nintendo, you might recall, has been hitting them out of the park since it started with Donkey Kong. In fact, here's a roll call of characters and series you won't find on the other consoles: Mario, Legend of Zelda, Perfect Dark, Metroid, Kirby, and, of course, Pokémon. A few names that the GameCube will share with the other guys: Madden, Tony Hawk, Sonic, Batman, and Star Wars.

The system also comes with four built-in controller ports, so you can easily plug in extra controllers and let friends join in for the multiplayer games--it's even got a built-in handle so you can easily move it to a friend's house. It comes with two memory card slots for saving your progress through games, and there's the capacity for future expansion into the world of online gaming.

In short, the GameCube isn't an all-in-one entertainment system, and neither is it the most powerful of the modern video game consoles. But for video game enthusiasts who want to stick with their favorite characters, its value cannot be beat. --Porter B. Hall

Unit Specifications

• MPU (Microprocessor Unit): 485 MHz custom IBM PowerPC Gekko
• Graphics Processor: 162 MHz custom ATI/Nintendo Flipper
• Texture-Read Bandwidth: 10.4 GB per second (peak)
• Main Memory Bandwidth: 2.6 GB per second (peak)
• Pixel Depth: 24-bit color, 24-bit Z buffer
• Sound Processor: 81 MHz custom Macronix 16-bit DSP
• Sound Performance: 64 simultaneous channels, ADPCM encoding
• Polygon Performance: 6 to 12 million polygons per second (peak)
• System Memory: 40 MB
• Main Memory: 24 MB MoSys 1T-SRAM
• Disc Drive: 128 ms CAV (Constant Angular Velocity) system
• Data Transfer Speed: 16 Mbps to 25 Mbps
• Media: 3-inch, 1.5 GB capacity disc
• Controller Ports: Four
• Memory Card Slots: Two
• Audio-Video Output: Analog and digital
• Dimensions: 4.3 by 5.9 by 6.3 inches (height by width by depth)

Reviews (483)

Fanboys, get some perspective.
Some of these reviews...Seriously.

Just because you like one console, doesn't mean you have to hate the others. Play what all consoles have to offer, you don't have to be a fanboy to one system...

Anyway, I bought my Gamecube on release, along with Smash Bros Melee. Now, I am a huge Nintendo fan, but I also own an Xbox so rest assured, I play games, not the consoles they come on. I don't care what game the console is on, it's the games that count.

Whilst the 'Cubes selection of games isn't as vast as the PS2s, the qu