While stuffed teddys’ will always have a special place in the hearts of the little ones and many big people too! the CloudPets Teddy opens up a whole new world of interaction for almost any age group.
Overview
While at first glance the CloudPets Teddy may just appear like an adorable stuffed bear, you are sure to see a look of pure pleasure and surprise on the one who receives this toy as a gift. It really is based on modern technology. It allows an individual to utilize an app to send a message to the bear, and as well allows the young one in ownership of the bear to send a message back. It is clear that this little bear is sure to win the approval of both the recipient and those who wish to send greetings to it to be passed along to its owner.
The Claim
The Company claims that using this product is really easy and simple both for the one having the bear, and the download and use of the app. They say it is the perfect way of sending a message of love.
The Hype
No hype is really needed when the marketing message presents a clear and adorable way of being able to send messages to kids. Just the cute cuddly bear itself draws the love and attention of the little ones. Parents love the concept of being able to send brief messages to the kids through such a intriguing device.
The Cost
The CloudPets Teddy can be yours for $39. which includes the shipping fee. A special offer for free shipping applies to those who are active in the armed forces.
The Commitment
First you are going to have to download the app (its free) so you will be able to send messages to a cloud server which in turn delivers the message to the Teddy. The Teddy’s heart will light up when there is a message waiting. All one has to do to hear the message is squeeze the bear’s hand. The item does require 3 (AA) batteries, so this will have to be replaced periodically. The other very important thing to remember is that the bear has to be within a 30 foot range of a smart device phone or tablet.
Evaluation
In today’s modern world there are a number of ways to be able to send messages, but if you are really looking for a fun and unique way to do this then maybe the CloudPets Teddy would be wonderful. You may want to download the app first and see if this is really to your liking. There are safety features built into the product as to who can send messages, and the holder of the bear can only send messages back in response to the last message they received.
Final CloudPets Teddy Review
We are going to give the CloudPets Teddy a thumbs up rating. While we are all aware that we can simply send messages to our little ones through video chat, it is still kind of nice to mix a well loved type of toy into the mix, instead of it all being based on pure technology. It does take a little tech knowledge to get things up and running, but no doubt most people will be able to figure it out. If you are going to set it up so grandparents for example can send little messages to the kids, you may want to help them set up the app. to get it working right. It is well known that stuffed animals of almost every kind capture the love of the youngster and when they can interact with them some way its a real pleasure. A good example of this is the Dream Team Pets.
Our Recommendation
As you can guess this Teddy is comprised of electronics so you are not going to be able to toss it into the washer to clean it. You may want to reserve this bear for those special times when a little one will want to hear a message the most. Perhaps in the morning when Mom has had to go off to work and wants to say good morning before the young ones head out to school. Or maybe Dad has to be away on a business trip and having the Teddy deliver a message will just help the young one accept this absence a little more. If you aren’t sure whether a talking stuffed animal such as this would be well received by the little one you are thinking of giving it to, then check out just how popular this line of toys really are, and they’re ones that aren’t personalized!
If that’s true you have a lawsuit. Posting on sites only makes you look like you’re making invalid claims. Take it to court or let it go.
What phone can i use
I would like to know how to connect to wifi 30ft isn’t much :/
Carlisa – I feel your pain here, I noticed this product shortcoming immediately after unboxing the CloudPet, installing the iOS app and doing all the setup. I work as a systems engineer and I have developed a way for my Cat CloudPet to send/receive voice messages over wi-fi instead of Bluetooth (10 meter limitation on iPhone).
Drop me an email if you would like to know more.
So I am an active duty single parent who just bought this for my child. I downloaded the app and bought 2 Cloudpets both for my kids and realized I can’t send them messages when I am out of town because I have to be 30meters in range. Most of the time I am out of town their grandpa watches them who has an old school phone and don’t understand how to work an smartphone. Is there anothere way to stay connected and send messages to them without leaving my phone???
Hello Michelle and LD,
We’re very sorry for your frustration. Through the Cloud, messages can be sent from one profile to another from anywhere in the world. But, to protect children from unauthorized messages, your CloudPet can only receive those messages from a device within 30 feet. In the same way, messages can only be sent from your CloudPet to a device within 30 feet. Once in the device, messages have reached the Cloud and can go anywhere. In addition to providing privacy for your children, Bluetooth messaging does not require Wi-Fi, which can be quite helpful on the go. Another unique benefit of CloudPets is that they provide little ones with a physical connection to parents and other loved ones when they can’t be together. We would like to assist you with troubleshooting. Please contact tech support by phone at 888-906-3251 or at support@cloudpets.com. Thank you for your patience.
The CloudPets Team
I disagree. They didn’t say what you described above.
“Can’t send if bear isn’t near your phone” A: 30 feet away that your phone connect to your cloudpet. Your phone is kind of like a mother device to the cloudpet.
Your family/friends can send a voice message from far far away to your cloudpet get through your phone. It is not false advertisement.
This toy is beyond stuffed animals. We need to read the instruction well just like we need to how to use a cellphone.
I agree. I just found out that i have to be near it. Im so mad. If i didnt throw the receipt away, id take it back. So disappointed. My son was so excited to have this toy too. Smh
Went to walmart and got 5 at one time! Wasted over $200.00!!!!! Can’t send if bear isn’t near your phone. They will say anything to make money!!!! False advertisement!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This product idea was stolen from a mother by Kevin from Sharktank. He should be ashamed of himself! See the evidence yourself here/ http://www.gofundme.com/a2g8qym8c
Well, one good reason why this is helpful is that, not all countries have ToysRUs or these items in the local stores for us to try out. Plus, it would be a waste of money to buy ‘As Seen On Tv’ items and send them to friends or have it exported to another country where return would be costly and then you find out that the items don’t work. So, people like me, who does shopping online for myself (in South America) and for my nieces in the USA, sites like these are very helpful.
So, do they have any vacancy at Google for people like me who think out of the box? 😉
Yes, they work. I have one. Great toy for little kids.
I think they will work very good.
I don’t understand why they make websites like this one!!!! If you want to figure it out go and buy one!!! or test the one the usually have out at ToysRUs and stores like that!!!! Maybe i am wrong but, i work for Google so i know what websites should be on and ones who should not. Thank you for reading this. I hope you can see my point of view.