New York Toy Fair 2017 Displays Toys That Are From Far The Usual

by Caroline Soriano / Feb 23, 2017 05:13 AM EST
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Playing toys are noted as children's activities, however, some adults cannot simply get over it especially with brands that remind childhood. However, the toys displayed at the 2017 New York Toy Fair will likely remind anyone about something more cooler than the toys that most of us had.


This year's New York Toy Fair, as reported by Yahoo Finance, was held at Jacob Javits Center in New York City. It is considered as 2017's biggest toy trends as it displays toys that are far than the usual. Some toys have escalated into techy ones, making it available with accompanying app, meaning, it needs smartphones or tablets to function.


One of the brands that participated in the Toy Fair 2017 is Mattel (MAT). The huge toy company has the largest booths which displayes notable action figures such as Pokemon Mega Construx, Wonder Woman, and Justice League-inspired Batmobile. The Batmobile is one of the scene-stealer as it emits real smoke once turned on. It also has an integrated camera that allows users to have a view behind the wheel using a smartphone app.


Meanwhile for younger minds, Fisher-Price's Think and Learn Smart Cycle and its app will let them go on a stationary bike to control an in-app carts of character. Faster pedalling means faster moves for the on-screen characters. Therefore, this wonderful tech doesnot only allow the child to learn but also let them release the extra energy they have.

Parents also have their own toy that resembles Amazon's Echo and Google's Home. Aristotle -- the all-in-one smart baby monitor --allows command through voice while also answering questions. It also has a built-in camera that lets parents check on their little ones. It can also detect whether a baby is crying that will let it automatically play lullabies or personalized messages.


These are just of the the amazing toys exhibited at the Toy Faur 2017. It only shows not only how creative things have become but also the wonders brought by technology.

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