Leapfrog has recently released a "pentop computer" named, “The Fly”. The oversized ballpoint pen includes a computer chip, speaker, and tiny camera. The special pen also requires a AAA battery and its own paper from which it “knows” its location on the page. The pen is capable of reading software right off of the paper; there is no need for a PC.

The Fly is interactive as well. If an instrument is drawn, and the pen is tapped upon it, the pen will make the appropriate noise of the drawn instrument. Users can record their own compilations of music by utilizing this method. The pen also includes a sampler booklet, and stickers that also have corresponding sounds (for example: an open mouth that makes a burping sound). Calculator and scheduler options are included for more practical, educational purposes. For example, if a C is drawn and circled, and draw calculator (complete with buttons) the tool comes to life and solves whatever equation needed.

There are many other features Leapfrog’s Fly Pentop Computer has to offer. With the upcoming Christmas season, this pen has already topped the lists of popular toy stores. The approximate price of this device is around $100.

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