The Etch-A-Sketch App Brings the Iconic Toy into the Digital Age
Michael Hines — October 22, 2010 — Tech
References: itunes.apple & technabob
I am now more envious of iPad owners than I have ever been, thanks to the Etch-A-Sketch app. This app turns your iPad into an electronic Etch-A-Sketch, letting you draw and share pictures online.
The only downside to the Etch-A-Sketch app is that there are no knobs to draw with. Still, judging by the sample shots in the gallery above, it appears that epic art is still possible with a little practice and more practice.
The only downside to the Etch-A-Sketch app is that there are no knobs to draw with. Still, judging by the sample shots in the gallery above, it appears that epic art is still possible with a little practice and more practice.
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Digital Toys for Nostalgia — Opportunity to develop digital versions of classic toys for a modern audience.
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Mobile Drawing Games — Development of mobile apps that focus on drawing and sharing user-generated content.
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App-enhanced Playtime — Development of apps that enhance the experience of traditional physical toys.
Industry Implications
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Toy Industry — The toy industry can capitalize on the nostalgia trend by creating digital versions of classic toys.
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Mobile App Development — Opportunity for app developers to create drawing apps that focus on user experience.
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Edtech Industry — Edtech companies can expand their offerings to include digital versions of educational toys like the Etch-A-Sketch.
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