# Interactive Teddy Bears The Smart Toy Bear Connects to an App to Teach Kids Lessons By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-09-15 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-toy References: [nydailynews](http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/toys-reveals-top-15-toy-list-holiday-2015-article-1.2352758) & [toysrus](http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=65244526&cp=&parentPage=search) Fisher-Price unveiled its latest children's product called the 'Smart Toy Bear.' This [snugly teddy bear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotional-baggage-by-solobo-toys) looks like an average stuffed animal but is actually an [interactive doll](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owlbear). The Smart Toy Bear will communicate with children through a downloadable app and can play games, using its accompanying smart cards. This particular toy is ready to play right out of the box without an additional set-up process. However, parents are also able to download the toy's compatible app which will allow the adult to send notifications, track progress and send commands. The app also ensures each toy has a name and will recognize a child's name as well. The mobile platform can then allow children of all ages and their new toy to chat about food, stories and more. Additionally, each bear comes with a set of [educational cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-toy-line) that neatly fit inside their backpacks. Each card features games that teach young children about shapes and colors. This unique toy combines play with educational benefits that are important for a child's growth and development -- from speech recognition to listening skills. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Connected Toys:** Creating interactive toys that connect to apps for enhanced play and learning experiences. - **Speech Recognition in Toys:** Integrating speech recognition technology into toys to enhance interactivity and engagement. - **Educational Play:** Developing toys that combine play and educational benefits to promote children's growth and development. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies that specialize in creating interactive and educational toys for children. - **App Development:** Developing mobile applications that are compatible with smart toys, providing additional features and functionalities. - **Educational Technology:** Creating innovative technologies and tools that facilitate learning and educational experiences for children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Holiday Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearlieve-bear.md) - [AI-Powered Teddy Bear Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tedi.md) - [AI-Powered Toy Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toypal-one.md) - [Interactive Toy Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toypal.md) - [Playful AI Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snorble.md) - [Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-and-multisensory-toys.md) - [Hybrid Educational Toy Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-little-feelings.md) - [Storytelling AI Teddy Bears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play.md) - [Talkative AI Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubblepal.md)