Appcessories: Changing the Way Kids Play

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Put yourself in the drivers seat with this fun racing accessory. This, in conjunction with the 2XL ATV Offroad app ($4.99, free version available as well) will give new meaning to virtual offroading. The handles make for a realistic feel, but because of the small screen, it does take some getting used to the maneuvers and turns. ($19.99, available in the fall 2012)

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Todays kids are growing up with technology that no other generation has ever experienced and are essentially serving as guinea pigs for a whole new generation of play. With kids exploring the blurred lines between physical and virtual play, toymakers are rushing to create more and more 'appcessories' for kids to interact with their toys and their gadgets.

Appcessories have boomed into the marketplace in the past couple of years and have evolved into everything from plush companions like Ubooly and Totoya Creatures to Nukotoys educational and interactive trading cards. And this is just the beginning.

A recent survey by the NPD Group found that tablet use among kids ha…
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