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Many gadgets are aimed at children and teens
One tablet is meant for children under 10
A digital microscope can be a worthy teaching tool
Special battery-filled backpack can power gadgets on the go
Technology touches all ages.
Yes, the world tends to focus on the smartphones, the tablets, the high-horsepowered hardware that keep the wheels of commerce and entertainment humming. (And, no doubt, they keep shopkeepers humming as well.)
Generally, it’s a world for adults. But not everything is aimed at the salaried set.
There are tech toys meant to fill children with wonder, teach them about the broader world – or simply make them laugh in joy. And, of course, there are video games, which can entertain anyone.
Here are some of the more interesting tech-oriented gifts for the children and teenagers in your life.