Why Cry Baby Analyzer Gadget on Sale for Geek Dads

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The Why Cry Baby Analyzer is a great gift for a soon to be geek daddy.
The Why Cry Baby Analyzer is the baby monitor that uses advanced frequency analysis technology to figure out why your baby is crying. It needs 20 seconds to let you know if your baby is stressed, sleepy, annoyed, bored or hungry. Read more

Posted on Thu, 2 Jul 2009 11:04:33 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

iPhone Baby Shaker App Still Causing Controversy

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Less than a week after it was approved and abruptly pulled from the App Store, child abuse prevention proponents are still demanding action from Apple over the iPhone Baby Shaker application.

In an open letter to Apple’s board of directors, Patrick Donahue, founder of the Sarah Jane Brain Foundation, claimed, “Right now there are potentially 1000s of ticking time bombs (we don’t know how many people actually downloaded the BABY SHAKER application); however, all it will take is one 13-year-old (like the child who downloaded your 1 billionth application) who learns from his iPhone the way to quiet his 6-week-old sister is by shaking her as hard and as fast as he can and completely altering this child’s life and his family.”

Donahue, whose organization advocates for Shaken Baby Syndrome awareness, lists three demands of Apple, including educating those that downloaded the app on the harmful effects of Shaken Baby Syndrome, attending a panel discussion, and the company “utilizing the creative and technological resources of Apple and AT&T to work on the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome and to offer a personal apology to the families and victims of Shaken Baby Syndrome.”

Apple has already apologized for the app, saying in a statement, “"This application was deeply offensive and should not have been approved for distribution on the App Store. When we learned of this mistake, the app was removed immediately. We sincerely apologize for this mistake and thank our customers for bringing this to our attention."

Posted on Sun, 26 Apr 2009 17:44:27 CDT | by James Douglas

Apple Apologizes for iPhone’s Baby Shaker

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Apple apologized today for the Baby Shaker application released in the App Store earlier this week, calling the app “deeply offensive.”

Apple had pulled the $.99 app on Wednesday following outrage from child welfare groups and advocates, as I4U reported earlier this week.

True to its name, Baby Shaker allowed users to silence a crying baby’s screams by violently shaking the iPhone.

Posted on Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:30:00 CDT | by James Douglas

Apple to iPhone Users: No More 'Baby Shaker'

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It looks like the arbiters of good taste in the App Store let one slip Monday when they approved Baby Shaker, a $.99 app from Sikalosoft that allows users to silence a virtual baby’s cries by shaking the iPhone. Players “win” when the virtual baby is muted, triggering red x’es over the baby’s eyes.

According to CNET, the app description included this gem from the makers, "See how long you can endure his or her adorable cries before you just have to find a way to quiet the baby down!"

Posted on Wed, 22 Apr 2009 19:40:00 CDT | by James Douglas

ETRADE Baby Super Bowl Ad 2009 is cute

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ETrade brought the Baby Super Bowl ads back again this year and it is again funny and very cute.
Besides discussing how ETrade can help in the bad economy the 2nd Baby in the spot tries some singing.
Last year the ETrade Baby Super Bowl ad was the most viewed on TiVo. I'm not sure if it can pull that off again this year against funny spots like the Bridgestone Taters. Read more

Posted on Mon, 2 Feb 2009 00:05:59 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

ETrade Talking Baby Super Bowl Ad is back and on Twitter

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Online broker ETrade brings again the legendary Talking Baby to Super Bowl 43. In an economic crisis like this one you need to bet on your biggest guns.
ETrade also goes with the times and has put the Talking Baby already on Twitter, FaceBook and on Youtube. On Youtube you can watch already some funny "out takes" of the Super Bowl 2009 ETrade commercial. You can watch the video below.

The 2008 Talking Baby Super Bowl Ad was the most viewed according to TiVo's audience measurements during Super Bowl. Read more

Posted on Tue, 27 Jan 2009 10:36:36 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Short Take: Baby Alive

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I have a 4-year-old daughter and she likes to watch Dora the Explorer. It seems for a while every commercial between Dora was for Baby Alive. All I heard was that she wanted the baby that pee pees and poo poos. So I did what any dad who does product reviews would do -- I called up Hasbro and had a sample sent. My daughter was a little upset that the only Caucasian baby was a blonde, she wanted one with dark hair like her. Still she was literally beside herself with excitement over Baby Alive.

The key to this doll is that you can mix real food and feed the baby along with water she drinks. The stuff literally goes right through the baby and is deposited in the diaper. Feeding the baby is much like feeding a real tot, which is to say food gets everywhere. The Baby Alive had it on her face, her shirt, her diaper and my daughter was coated in a healthy dose as well. Read more

Posted on Fri, 19 Dec 2008 08:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

10 Baby Gift Ideas for Christmas 2008

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It might seem a bit off topic to some that I4U News is publishing a guide for Baby Gifts. I am to be a father soon though, so for months I have been knee deep in baby gear research.
My wife and I decided it share some of our best findings in a Top 10 Baby Gifts Guide for the Holidays 2008. It is just overwhelming to find out how much stuff is available for the newborn consumers, good thing that babies cannot go shopping - yet.
A great place to find cool toys is the new Geek Kids shop at Think Geek.

The list below links to each of the 10 selected baby products. The gift guide includes toys, clothes, furniture for babies, and more. Read more

Posted on Sun, 7 Dec 2008 12:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Top 10 Baby Gifts for Christmas 2008

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It might seem a bit off topic to some that I4U News is publishing a guide for Baby Gifts. I am to be a father soon though, so for months I have been knee deep in baby gear research.
My wife and I decided it share some of our best findings in a Top 10 Baby Gifts Guide for the Holidays 2008. It is just overwhelming to find out how much stuff is available for the newborn consumers, good thing that babies cannot go shopping - yet.

The list below links to each of the 10 selected baby products. The gift guide includes toys, clothes, furniture for babies, and more. Read more

Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:30:36 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

BabyLegs Organic Marzipan Leg Warmers is a great Baby Gift

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Mom-Approved Marzipan!
If you are all for celebrating the holidays with a bit of seasonal wear, BabyLegs’s stylish seasonal collection is calling you! Any pair will be perfect for little girls, who are insisting on wearing dresses no matter how cold it is. Every little boy will happily wear them as well while crawling on his knees.

You can’t beat that the new BabyLeg line is organic, which you can’t say about those scratchy nylon reindeer rights!

Perfect gift for everyone who wants to spice up the babies holiday outfit!

More Product Details:
• Make diaper changes easier and hassle free
• Bridge the gap when pants come up short
• Keep baby socks on
• Protect legs and knees from any harsh surface
• Keep legs warm year round (without the hassle of pants)
• BabyLegs are one size and fit most kids from newborns to size 10. Adults can use them as arm warmers. (33cm)
• Natural organic cotton (87% natural organic cotton, 12% nylon. 1% spandex)
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:09:52 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts: Luna Lullaby Bounce-a-Bye Baby Ball

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We are sure you all know someone who is either pregnant or already has a fussy baby. So here is the perfect gift: The Luna Lullaby Bounce-a-Bye Baby ball is a ball for all seasons.
It’s an essential health tool with many uses before and after giving birth.
During pregnancy, using the ball will stimulate postural reflexes. It can be used as a birthing ball. And after birth, it’s a great exercise ball, and a soothing tool for colicky, fussy babies.

It comes in three sweet designs, colorful without being too obnoxious. So you don’t have to hide it when the company arrives. It is easy to put the ball on the base in the corner of the nursery, playroom, livingroom or anywhere else for storage.
The Bounce-a-Bye Baby ball comes with a stability base, so there is no rolling away with baby.
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:07:30 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts Guide Tip: Boon Frog Pod

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Parents can let toddlers’ bath toys, shampoos and soaps pile up on the bathroom floor. Or they can use the functional Boon Frog Pod to help organize and store these efficiently. The green plastic Frog Pod can be safely hung on the bathroom wall, so baby knows where everything is at bath time.
Simply grab the large handle, sweep up the toys, hold the scoop under the faucet to rinse and snap the scoop back on the Frog Pod base.
The built-in shelf at the top stores the other bath products, other toys and sponges can be hung from the Frog Pod’s toes.
The Boon Frog Pod is a three-in-one scoop, drain and storage unit and therefore the perfect, fun and functional gift for parents and their bath-time babies.
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:04:32 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Combi Activity Walker Baby Gift Idea

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The Combi Activity Walker is the ultimate driving machine for any little motorist. Any car crazy cutie will love this auto-themed baby walker.
This is so much more than a whimsical baby walker, it’s a stationary bouncer and play center, too!

This GT special edition black activity baby walker from Combi comes fully loaded: Colorful automotive theme for a playful, stimulating experience.
Adjustable footrest for multiple play modes. Lights and Sounds in footrest for interactive foot play. Steering wheel that turns and features lights and sound. Removable hood for access to snack and play tray. A lockable bounce feature. Anti-skid pads on bottom for baby’s safety. A play mirror to see that smilin’ baby face while he/she honks the horn. Anti-skid pads on bottom for child's safety. Handles to aid walking child. The walker also features a retractable seat that can be stored under the hood and a snack tray.

Get the gift-motor running with the Combi Activity Walker.
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 10:01:57 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Spa Baby European Style Tub

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Bathe a baby in a bucket? YES!
The Spa Baby European Style Tub is a concept that’s new to the US, but Europeans have embraced it as an alternative to standard baby tubs.
Here’s why the parents will love it: First of all, in the “sitting” position the rounded shape of the Spa Baby Tub helps support the baby, the parents only need to support the baby’s head under the chin, giving one free hand to wash and comfort the baby.
The baby will be warm and secure (like the nine months in the womb) and everybody, baby and parents, will be chilling out.
Secondly, it takes up less space than standard tubs, plus its small size means you’ll use less water.
On top of all the practical considerations, it’s much more aesthetically pleasing then those standard plastic tubs. And hey, it could be used as a planter once the baby outgrows it…
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:59:13 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts: Graco Sweetpeace Soothing Center

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Don’t compare the Graco Sweetpeace Soothing Center to an old school swing, it is so much more and unlike any swing before it: It is a whole baby (and parent…!) soothing “system”.
Graco Sweetpeace Soothing Center is designed to simulate the comfort of the womb with customizable touch, sound, sights and movement.
The SweetPeace connects to the motor at the bottom side. With that, it mimics the motion your baby enjoyed in the mummy’s womb, or when cradled in the parent’s arms. Side to side. Back to front. Head facing in or out. Fast or slow. The angle at which the baby sits can also be adjusted, from reclined to upright. The parents can choose one of the multiple positions to tailor the swing’s motion to the baby’s preference.
In addition to the motion, the Graco Sweetpeace offers a variety of sounds, from heartbeat and swooshing sounds to music. Or just plug in an ipod with your favorite tunes.
Additional reasons the Sweetpeace makes a perfect gift for all parents? The colors are neutral for a calming effect and it has an adjustable canopy to control the incoming light.
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:56:28 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts: Cloud b Twilight Constellation Night Light

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Little ones staying up too late? Want to leave the light on? Having trouble staying in their room? Sometimes the key to a smooth bedtime is setting just the right mood.
This Cloud b Twilight Turtle makes a great gift for babies or children who are afraid of the dark or even adults who have trouble falling asleep. It is the perfect solution to slumbering off to sleep while stimulating a sense of wonderment and calm.
These turtles are soft, plush animals with hand-painted hard plastic shells and turn any dark room into a mini-planetarium. They project a starry night sky onto the ceiling and surroundings. You can select and project one of three different colors (blue, green and red colors) on your ceiling of stars. The accompanying booklet tells the physical and emotional benefits of each of the colors.
The Twilight Turtles have an on/off switch, and once turned on, they will stay lit for 45 minutes, giving your child plenty of time to find the constellations and fall into a dreamy sleep. The turtles auto-dim but your child can easily turn it back on themselves if needed.

More Product Details:
• Three AAA batteries included (batter operated, so it travels well)
• Comes with booklet that has a neat story and has seven major constellations
• 5”H x 14”W
• Good for children of all ages
• Winner of the Editor’s Choice blue ribbon from Baby Talk
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:53:46 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts: Baby Deglingos soft Toys

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Deglingos (deh-Gling-oes), what, never heard of them? A new and unique species of contagiously funnios animolas comforters with muchos attitude. Muy crazios! They are super soft and perfect for babies aged 0-90 years!
Our favorite of the gang is Baby Molos, in the shape of a jolly maroon lobster, complete with claws, feelers and googly eyes. All the different fabrics used on this crazy comforter will awaken the senses of the baby, but mostly this Deglingo is just hugably soft.

More Product Details:
• Size: 8.5”
• Machine washable in warm water and air dry.
• Designed in France
• Comply with EN71 European regulations which guarantee a high level of security
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:50:57 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts: boon – Flair Pedestal Highchair with Pneumatic Lift

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This Boon flair highchair gives every table space a lift. It is a great gift for everyone, whose kid has gone from being a drinker to being an eater and who does not want to add a bulky, ugly highchair.
High chairs aren’t usually something we get excited about, but Boon’s flair pedestal high chair with pneumatic lift is not only pretty to look at, it has some pretty cool features.

The seamless seat makes clean-up easy (no cracks or crevices) and the pneumatic lift allows for effortless height adjustment. Flair's exclusive chemical-resistant, waterproof pad provides a soft cushion and is easily removable for cleaning. Flair is equipped with an adjustable-position, compact tray, as well as top-quality safety features including a five-point harness and restraining post. The sturdy pedestal base gives Flair a unique form that slides smoothly under tables and in all directions.
As the child grows, the tray, safety restraints and cushion can be removed and easily converted from highchair to adjustable-height child’s chair.
The standard model has translucent frosted glass colored seat with a white pad and plastic base.

More Product Details:
• Child’s recommended weight limit: 50 lbs.
• Maximum age: 4 years
• Seat height range: 21” – 26.25”
• Tray height range: 26.25” – 31.5”
• Base diameter: 23.5”
• Chair weight: 28 lbs.
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:48:07 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Baby Gifts: Trumpette Baby Socks Cowboy

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If you want to hear an “ooohhhh” and “aaawwww” and even an “Yee Haw!”, give away these cute Trumpette cowboy boot socks. The lil’ boy will be the new sheriff in town. The Trumpette Cowboy Boot socks come in an adorable box, you don’t need even gift wrapping. Inside are six pair in bright colors: gold, red, blue, green brown and black.

Now your little one be king or queen of the rodeo! YEE-HAH!
• Six pairs of brightly colored Cowboy or Cowgirl Socks
• Fitted toe and heel
• 80% cotton/17% nylon/3% spandex
• Soft elastic band at cuff
• Skid-resistant soles
• Machine washable and dryable
• Size 0-12 months
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Posted on Sun, 23 Nov 2008 09:42:02 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Angel Baby 1.3MP Webcam is Strange

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Weird webcams are all over the place these days. The Angel Baby 1.3MP webcam is certainly right up there with some of the odd ones around. The little plastic figurine has a webcam shoved in its mouth.

The camera uses a 1.3 megapixel CMOS sensor and the head rotates in a complete circle for mobility of the camera. Power comes directly from the USB port so no AC adapter is needed. The cam can record at a max of 1280 x 960 at 15 fps. At a lower 320 x 240 resolution the cam can record at 30 fps. Read more

Posted on Tue, 2 Sep 2008 06:18:26 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Baby listed on eBay Auction in Germany

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A couple from Bavaria, Germany listed their new-born baby on eBay for 1 Euro.

The crazy auction was up for two hours. eBay users reported it and eBay and the Police identified the parents. They said the auction was a joke. Police sees it very differently and took away their child and has launched an investigation into possible child-trafficking. Read more

Posted on Sun, 25 May 2008 12:38:43 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr