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Core Chat Features
- Multi‑media messaging: Kids can send text, drawings, stickers, photos, audio clips (voice messages), and short video clips—with fun filters and effects like face filters, voice changers (robot/mouse), and video effects (play.google.com).
- Progressive feature unlocking: Younger children start with simple sticker/photo/audio/chat, and text messaging becomes available as they grow (kidicom-chat.updatestar.com).
- Group chat: Enables multiple approved contacts to participate in one conversation (kidicom-chat.updatestar.com).
- Approval‑based communication: Parents/guardians must approve every contact before messaging can commence (play.google.com).
Safety & Parental Controls
- Learning Lodge Family Account: One adult (main account holder) manages the child’s device registration and contact list settings (vtechkids.com).
- Parental features include:
- Approving/denying contact requests
- Setting chat time limits and availability windows
- Restricting which apps or websites are available on the child’s device (remodelormove.com, vtechkids.com).
- COPPA compliance: Requires a confirming adult to register before children can access chat features (vtechkids.com).
Compatibility & Technical Info
- Device compatibility:
- KidiBuzz 3, KidiCom Advance 3.0, and other VTech devices compatible with KidiConnect/KidiCom/Kid Connect (vtechkids.com).
- Mobile apps supported:
- iOS: iPhone (6+/iOS 10+), iPad (iPadOS 11+)
- Android: Android 6+ with minimum 800×480 resolution (vtechkids.com).
- Connectivity: Relies on Wi‑Fi or mobile Internet (not cellular calling) .
Advanced Features on Devices
While most features are in the chat app, the devices themselves enhance chat with:
- Rotatable camera (2–5 MP depending on model) plus macro MagLens for close‑ups (vtechkids.com).
- Live face filters and AR games (e.g., monster catching) to enrich video and photo messaging (vtechkids.com).
- Voice changer effects integrated with chat for added fun (play.google.com).
Latest Versions & Updates
- Android version 23.01.0180 released May 31, 2025 with bug fixes and improvements (apkpure.com).
- iOS version 10.01.0088 rolled out June 2024 (apps.apple.com).
Summary
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Rich media | Photos, video clips, voice messages, text, drawings, stickers |
| Fun filters | Voice changers, face filters, AR content |
| Safe by design | Parental approvals and COPPA-compliant |
| Device compatibility | Works with VTech kids' devices and mobile apps |
| Parental controls | Time settings, app restrictions, contact management |
| Progressive text chat | Simplified for younger users, expands with age |
Tips for Parents
- Sign up via Learning Lodge and link your child’s device.
- Carefully approve contacts and set chat times.
- Encourage creativity—filters and drawing tools make everyday conversations bright and fun.
- Keep the app updated (latest May 2025 for Android and June 2024 for iOS) to enjoy improved stability and fixes.