ChatNow

ChatNow is a mobile phone-like walkie-talkie developed by Hasbro's Tiger Electronics division for the preteen market.[1] It includes simple digital photography and text message functionality and transmits using the Family Radio Service UHF radio band.[2] It has limited compatibility with other FRS gear; in particular, it is not compatible with CTCSS or DCS signals commonly used on standard FRS gear.

ChatNow differs from standard walkie-talkies by having a 10-digit "Buddy number" (ex.0794020300), allowing users to communicate with specific other users in a telephone-like manner; to make text messaging easier, the ChatNow units provide limited buddy list capability. There is a limited digital camera built into the device as well, and the unit can store up to 30 black and white pictures.

The units are sold in pairs,[1] and come in both flip phone and slide-out configurations. Hasbro also manufactures add-ons and carrying cases for the line.

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References
  1. Reuters (March 12, 2005). "Hasbro unveils phone-like device for kids". CNET. Retrieved 2022-03-21.
  2. "HB001 Two way Radio with FRS and messaging User Manual id_75028_ChatNow Comm Hasbro Far East".


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