# LEGO Cams for Kids Colorful 'Animation Station' Camcorder Set to Sell in Summer By Katie Cordrey | Published 2009-03-12 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-cams-for-kids-colorful-animation-station-camcorder-sell-in-summer References: [inventorspot](http://inventorspot.com/articles/camcorder_kids_lego_animation_station_video_camera_24898) According to Digital Blue, a [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-zh1)-licensed video camera called the ‘LEGO Animation Station’ is in the works. It is part of a line of [digital cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cs8), PMPs, and walkie-talkies for children. All of the items will have a LEGO look, but won’t be made out of LEGO blocks. The camcorder will feature a 1.4″ color LCD flip-out display, five-way navigation pad on the back, record/function buttons on top and a detachable remote control. A how-to guide for shooting video and video-editing software for the PC will be included in the camcorder package. Digital Blue is scheduled to have the [LEGO Animation Station Video Camera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-camera) on seller’s shelves this summer/fall. It will retail for about $80. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lego-licensed Video Camera:** Opportunity for other toy manufacturers to create licensed video cameras targeted at children. - **Digital Cameras for Children:** Potential for companies to develop digital cameras specifically designed for young users. - **Child-friendly Video-editing Software:** Demand for video-editing software tailored to children's needs and skill levels. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create innovative products that combine play and digital technology. - **Electronics:** Potential for electronic companies to develop digital cameras and accessories geared towards children. - **Software Development:** Demand for video-editing software companies to create child-friendly tools for young users. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional Building Block Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-zh1.md) - [Video Projector Camera Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-video-projector-camera.md) - [Old Film-Honoring Puzzle Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tribute-camera.md) - [Collectible Mini Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photo-creator-mini-cam.md) - [Tech-Driven Building Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-9.md) - [Mint-Tonal Retro Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-5.md) - [3D-Scanning Block Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascand-for-lego-3d-scanner.md) - [Child-Friendly Camera Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-for-kids.md) - [Retro Cassette Brick Puzzles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-sony-walkman.md)