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VTech Holdings Ltd Annual Report 2011 23
V.Reader – The World’s First Interactive
e-Reading System for Children
VTech introduced V.Reader, the world’s first interactive e-reading system for children,
in North America and the UK (under the product name Storio). It has been a great
success, winning more than 15 awards worldwide, including the highly recognised
ToyAward 2011 (pre-school category) at the International Toy Fair in Nuremberg, Germany.
LS6425 – “Best Buy” Cordless Phone
With its excellence in features, design and overall quality, VTech’s LS6425 DECT cordless
phone was named a “Best Buy” model by the editors of Consumers Digest magazine in
the United States.
Avant 5000 – The World’s First CAT-iq 2.0
Certified Handset
VTech introduced the world’s first CAT-iq 2.0 certified handset, Avant 5000, in
February 2011. CAT-iq 2.0 is a certification programme introduced by the DECT
Forum in December 2010. The programme tests devices on protocol, radio frequency
level and especially on audio quality, one of the key drivers of CAT-iq.
Award Winning ELPs
VTech’s ELPs are popular with consumers and recognised by the industry globally.
In France, Kidizoom VideoCam, Musical Bubbles Octopus and 3-in-1 Learning
Zebra Scooter were presented the “Toy of the Year 2010” awards in the category of
multimedia toy, bath toy and carriers respectively.
In the US, MobiGo won nine awards in total, including the National Parenting
Publications Awards (NAPPA) 2010 Gold Award.
Text and Chat Walkie Talkie was named the “2011 CTTC/Energizer Battery-operated Toy
of the Year” by the Canadian Toy Testing Council.
In Belgium, Kidi Pop & Rock and Baby’s Talking Family Album were presented the
“Toy of the Year Award” in the categories of educational and scientific games, and
stimulating activities respectively.
3-in-1 Learning Zebra Scooter was awarded the “Children’s Choice Award 2011” by the
Canadian Toy Testing Council.