Today’s Daddy Deserves It event sponsor is:
About the company: The company that makes Boogie Board, Improv Electronics, was founded in 1993. They are a world leader in research, development, and manufacture of Reflect liquid crystal displays for unique, sustainable applications. Reflex LCDs retain images without power and have other great features, like sunlight-readability and wide viewing angles. In 2008, they began a first of its kind roll-to-roll production line of it’s LCDs and are proud to boast is produces no water water/chemicals.
Not only do Daddies Deserve a Boogie Board for Father’s Day, but Mommies need one too! No, I’m not talking about going surfing! It’s an amazing little, eco-friendly gadget that allows you to jot down notes, draw pictures, work out homework, etc., without using a ton of paper. I don’t know about you, but Andrew is CONSTANTLY asking me for something to write on. I try to get him to write down what he needs on the Notes app on his phone, but he is much more of a visual person and likes seeing it for himself. When Boogie Board sent us our Jot 8.5, Andrew was so in love with it. Before I could even explain what it was, he commented on how lightweight it is. I couldn’t have agreed more. Our Boogie Board is lightweight, compact, and ready for travel. I can easily fit it inside my handbag or diaper bag and I’ve never had to worry that something would happen to it while in a bag. The durability is great.
The center button makes it easy to erase anything you are currently working on. The included stylus easily fits into the top of the Boogie Board and there is a small opening on the left side of the eWriter for you to put the stylus in so it props up. Also on the left side, is a lock and unlock feature. When in the locked position, if someone (like that little one running around your house right now) hits the erase button, the image on the board will still be there. This was one of my favorite features and I’m so happy that they included it. I absolutely love how simple and easy everything is to use. Writing was a breeze with the stylus, you barely have to touch the screen for the words to show up. The words are bold and easily readable.
It easily attaches to any magnetic surface, such as the fridge, which makes it great for keeping lists for the store or anything else. I loved being able to write little notes on it to make Andrew smile when he would go to open the fridge. He always commented how nice it was to wake up and see a special little message from the Baby!
Want to see just how easy it really is? Just watch this short video.
This is an absolutely incredible gift idea and I’m so happy that we had the opportunity to test it out. Not only will dads will love it for Father’s Day, but it’s truly an all-around great family present. And with it’s $39.99 price sticker you really can’t say no. Just think about how much money you will be saving by not having to buy paper!
Improvements: I wish there was another way to have it stay up without using the stylus, because having this as your only option limits your ability to use the stylus while it’s up. Also, Andrew pointed out that the fridge we are getting in our new home is completely stainless steel (no magnetic surfaces) so we won’t be able to use it there.
BUY IT: The Jot 8.5 comes in Black, Red, or Blue and retails for just $39.99! To learn more about Boogie Boards, see their available product line, or make a purchase, you can visit their website HERE.
WIN IT: One lucker reader is going to win their own Boogie Board RIP (the upgraded version) with case – More than a $100 value!! Just enter on the Rafflecopter form below. Giveaway is open until 6/14/2013 at 12:00am EST. Open to US residents only! Good luck!
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The Jot 8.5 would be great to have around!
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Jot 8.5 looks cool to for on the go
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I am teaching my kids the importance of recycling!
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Boogie Board 10.5 <br />LCD eWriter<br />
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Boogie Board Rip giveaway: I'd like the skin flik LCD color changing case! It's an awesome idea and just another way to take gift giving to the next level!
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I recycle all plastic, paper n metal!
I recycle and I don't litter!
Boogie Board for a binder would be good for my husband to have for work.
We cloth diaper. 🙂
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We recycle
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I recycle
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If I had a boogie board, I'd like the Boogie Board Message Center.<br />Michelle Tucker