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While these cute stuffies look like your average kids’ toy, they are actually pretty amazing communication devices perfect for even very young users. Talkies allow your kids to stay connected with you all the time without handing them a phone or tablet — which is great for parents trying to limit screentime. These innovative toys work like a voice messaging app, not in real time, over your WiFi network. Kids simply press the smiley face button on the back to choose a contact. The Talkie will say the names of programmed contacts, and the child will press the record button to begin their message. The contact will get a notification on their app that they have a message waiting for them. Whether you have family members who are far away or just want to foster communication among your child’s friends, Talkies can be a safe, simple — and cute — way to stay in touch.
