Bitzee, Disney with 30 Interactive Characters Inside, Reacts to Swipes, Tilts & Taps, Disney Toys & Digital Pet Kids Toys for Girls, Boys & Fans

From: BITZEE

Pete's Expert Summary

So, my human has acquired a small, purple plastic clamshell that apparently contains the disembodied spirits of thirty different cartoon creatures. It’s called a “Bitzee.” They insist it’s not a screen, but it flashes and chirps and demands attention, so the distinction is lost on me. The concept is that you can “touch” these little light-phantoms and they will react. Frankly, it seems like a tremendous amount of effort for the human, who could be using those same fingers to provide a quality chin-scratch. The only potentially redeeming quality is the physical pod itself, which looks just dense enough to make a satisfying *thump* when swatted from the edge of the coffee table. Otherwise, it’s a glorified lightning bug in a box, a distraction from my far more important and tangible fluffiness.

Key Features

  • DIGITAL FRIENDS YOU CAN INTERACT WITH: Play with digital versions of Disney characters like never before with Bitzee. Responds to swipes, tilts & taps with interactions & sounds. Includes 3 AA batteries
  • 30 DISNEY CHARACTERS IN 1 POD: Unlock Disney’s Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse & fan favorites from Disney & Pixar’s Finding Nemo, Toy Story & Disney’s Frozen, Moana, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast & more
  • MAGICAL MOVIE MOMENTS: Discover each Disney & Pixar character’s iconic moment – Mickey Mouse putting on his Sorcerer’s Hat, Bruni nuzzling Elsa’s hand, Stitch surfing, Flounder escaping the shark & more
  • SO MANY WAYS TO PLAY: Earn Wishing Stars to attract more virtual Disney friends. Wave the pod & open to reveal your new character. With rare & legendary characters, play Bitzee kids games
  • MUST-HAVE GIFT FOR DISNEY FANS & KIDS: Explore the world of Disney with Bitzee, toys for ages 5-7 and up & Disney fans of all ages. A screen-free alternative to a handheld game console & video games
  • Includes: 1 Bitzee, 1 Quick Start Guide, 1 Instruction Sheet, 3 AA Batteries
  • Covered by the Spin Master Care Commitment. See below for full details

A Tale from Pete the Cat

The purple pod landed on the ottoman with a soft thud, an unwelcome alien presence in my napping territory. My human, whom I shall refer to as The Provider, was hunched over it, making strange cooing noises. A flickering light emanated from its open maw, accompanied by a series of high-pitched digital chirps that set my teeth on edge. From my vantage point on the sofa’s armrest, I narrowed my eyes. It was clearly a summoning device. The Provider was attempting to conjure lesser demons into our living space. I’d seen this before in horror films The Provider watches when they think I’m asleep. I waited until The Provider was called away by the mystical chime of the "microwave," a device I respect for its ability to heat my wet food. This was my chance. I leaped silently onto the ottoman, my paws making no sound on the fabric. The purple clamshell was open, and inside, a small, blue fish-demon made of pure light swam in frantic circles. The Provider had called it “Nemo.” A foolish name for a captive. I peered closer, sniffing the plastic casing. It smelled of disappointment and factory dust. I extended a single, perfect claw and gently tapped the flickering light. The fish-demon recoiled, letting out a panicked squeak. So, it could sense me. Interesting. I decided to test the limits of this containment field. I nudged the entire device with my nose, and the world inside the box tilted violently. The light-fish tumbled and then corrected itself. I was a god to it, a shaker of its tiny universe. A surge of power, not entirely unpleasant, coursed through me. The Provider returned, snatching the pod away. "Oh, Pete, you found my Bitzee! Look, if I wave it like this…" They shook the device, and with a flourish, the fish-demon vanished, replaced by a lion cub. It was a shapeshifter. The plot, as they say, had thickened. My final verdict came later that evening. As The Provider sat, mesmerized, swiping and tilting the pod to appease the various light-spirits within, I saw its true purpose. This wasn't a toy. It was a mesmerist's charm, designed to hold a human's complete and undivided attention for long stretches. While The Provider was enthralled by the flickering lion, the warmest spot on the fleece blanket was left unguarded. The hand that would normally be petting me was occupied. This was an outrage, but also… an opportunity. I settled into the premium napping location, purring with the deep satisfaction of a strategist who has seen the bigger picture. The pod could stay. It was a useful, if noisy, tool for human management.