Electronic gadget maker Binatone licensed the Motorola name for a line of baby monitors that debuted in 2011.

Binatone has been expanding their video offerings in recent months and now have four models (and a fifth coming in 2012). All video monitors include infrared night vision, lullabies, sound/light display, room temperature monitor and a two-way intercom feature. The main difference is the size of the screen.

The basic MBP20 ($130) has a 1.5” color LCD screen, while the MBP33 ($160) has a 2.8” screen. The MBP35 adds a 3.5” screen, plus a sleep mode for power saving, The camera also has a battery for 3.5 hours of wireless monitoring.

The BMP36 ($200; pictured) also has a 3.5 screen, but adds a camera that can pan, tilt and zoom.

For 2012, Binatone will add a new model: the MBP2000 ($400) which works on a wifi network and can be expanded with up to four cameras. You can record up to 30 hours of video on a Micro SD card. The receiver also doubles as a telephone and answering machine. At $400, it looks like Binatone is throwing in everything including the kitchen sink for this model.

Parent feedback on these video monitors has been quite positive, with few reports of static or interference. Much of that credit probably goes to the monitor’s 2.4 GHz FHSS technology—FHSS stands for frequency-hoping spread spectrum—which enables strong, secure reception. Both the MBP33 and MBP36 have FHSS, while the simpler MBP20 works on DECT.

Perhaps the biggest complaint about these cameras is their weak night vision—compared to other brands, the Motorola night vision pictures are not very clear.

Rating: A-

A EXCELLENT-our top pick!
B GOOD-above average quality, prices, and creativity.
C FAIR-could stand some improvement.
D POOR-yuck! Could stand some major improvement.

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Santa Maria, CA – Prince Lionheart’s award-winning feeding, nursery, play and travel lines have expanded, introducing beautiful, yet functional products for 2010 – keeping true to its core values.

Feeding: The space-saving Compact Drying Station , the multi-purpose Universal Drawer Organizer and the sleek Deluxe Drying Station , are perfect additions to any parents’ kitchen. Not only do they look fantastic, they are also durable and do an excellent job fitting baby bottles, utensils and food. What’s best? They were also carefully designed for style, quality and longevity – allowing for use long after baby has grown.

The Silicone Bottle Upgrade Kit also joins the Feeding Line, created especially to convert the award-winning Silicone Bottles into sippy cups. As some parents may discover, switching from a bottle to a sippy cup may be difficult as baby has become accustomed to his/her bottle. The Silicone Bottle Upgrade Kit comes with 3 spill-proof silicone spouts and 3 handles, allowing for baby to continue using the familiar bottle which leads to an easier transition to a sippy cup.

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We would like to welcome Kids N Cribs in Brentwood, CA to the Baby News Family. I am sure you have seen their name before if you have been Googling for baby gear. Kids N Cribs has been providing their consumers expert knowledge and quality service for 27 years. We are excited to have them in our growing family and look forward to a long and rewarding relationship.

Shown in Matrix

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 6, 2009 — The newest child safety seat from Britax® — the Parkway® SG belt positioning booster — introduces the SecureGuard™ Seat Belt Anchor. The SecureGuard — also known as an anti- submarining clip — helps prevent the child from sliding under the lap belt (or submarining) during a collision, reducing the risk of abdominal injury. The Parkway SG easily converts to a backless booster while maintaining the SecureGuard feature, and fits children from 40 pounds and 38 inches up to
120 pounds and 63 inches.

“The Parkway SG was designed with safety features that provide greater protection for children who have outgrown harnessed child safety seats,” said Sebastiaan Selders, product manager at Britax. “The SecureGuard clip and its strap connect the seat base to the lap-belt portion of the vehicle’s lap-shoulder belt between the child’s legs to effectively create a four-point harness. This additional point of contact stops the child from sliding under the lap portion of a vehicle’s seat belt.”

The advanced safety features of the Parkway SG also help absorb energy in a crash, offering maximum safety to children. When used with the seat back, the Parkway SG provides Britax True Side Impact Protection® Read the rest of this entry »

The lightweight, compact-fold stroller allows for easy and comfortable travel —

CHARLOTTE, N.C., June 19, 2009 — Britax® — known for pioneering safety and ease-of-use features in car seats — announced today a new lightweight stroller perfect for travel around town or across the country. The 16-pound, compact-fold Blink™ Stroller is easy to maneuver and can accommodate children from six months old up to 55 pounds.

Not only is the Blink stylish and compact, but it was designed with simplicity and convenience in mind. Caregivers can throw Blink over a shoulder while keeping both hands free using its portable carry strap, perfect for the airport. The fold release mechanism allows a caregiver to fold the stroller without scuffing shoes, and the one-foot linked rear break locks the rear wheels with a single step. A caregiver can keep items like keys, a wallet or phone handy in the Blink’s large storage pouch.

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Britax Chaperone - Cowmooflage, Savanah, Red Twill

The new Britax Chaperone infant carrier is now at your local Baby News store.

Click here to read at very detailed “first look” at the Britax Chaperone by Carseatblog.com.

Britax Chaperone $100 Rebate
Buy both the new Chaperone infant carrier and soon to be released (Aug 1,2009) Chaperone stroller and get $100 back from Britax. Click here for the full details.

Features:

• True Side Impact Protection distributes crash forces, shields from vehicle intrusion, contains the head and body, and keeps the head, neck and spine aligned to limit injury
• Anti-Rebound Bar stabilizes child seat by minimizing rotational forces associated with front and rear collisions

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The Baby Luxe™ organic product range was created using 100% organic cotton to bring you the best in crib and toddler mattress pads, lap pads & crib sheets. Patented safety “stay-on” corners  guarantee that the sheet cannot slip off or be easily lifted off at the corners prventing your baby from becoming entangle in loose fabric. You can find the Babyluxe brand at your local Baby News Store.  

Why Organic?
Organic practices have a lower carbon footprint consuming less fuel and energy and emitting fewer greenhouse gases. They are grown with natural rather than synthetic pesticides, fertilizers, harsh dyes or bleaches.

Children with allergies and chemical sensitivity especially benefit from organic products, as conventional ones may retain harmful toxic residues. Even if you don’t have sensitive skin, organic products will just feel better against your baby’s delicate skin.

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My Ride 65, Chandler

The exciting new car seat form Graco is now available at your local Baby News Store. My Ride 65 holds your baby rear-facing longest than any other US seat – up to 40 lbs. Then it secures forward-facing toddlers in a 5-point harness up to 65lbs.

You can read a thorough review for the My Ride 65 convertible car seat at carseatblog.com.

My Ride 65 Features

• Rear-facing for infants 5 to 40 lbs. Forward-facing for toddlers 20 to 65 lbs.
• SafeSeat Engineering – Engineered & Crash Tested to Meet or Exceed US Standard FMVS213: -Side Impact Tested* – New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) – peak crash force approximately 2X Car Seat Standard – Extreme Car Interior Temperatures *In addition to meeting or exceeding all applicable US safety standards, the My Ride 65 has been side impact tested for occupant retention by the harness system
• EPS, energy absorbing foam
• 5-point harness with front-adjustment helps keep baby secure
• Dual cupholders keep your must-haves handy
• Comfy infant insert removes for growing child
• Removable toddler headrest helps ensure your growing child’s comfort
• LATCH equipped for easy installation
• Approved for airplane use

Baby Product Experts

We are excited to learn that most of our Baby News Stores were recently certified as Baby Product Experts by babyproductexperts.com, with more on the way. Our congratulations go out to these Baby News stores for the recognition of exceptional product expertise and outstanding customer service that they deserve. It is the reason why these stores still thrive in a big-box retailer world.  

About BabyProductExperts.com
BabyProductExperts.com is an association made up of hundreds of infant and teen furniture and accessory specialty stores throughout the United States. These stores sell and provide expert advice on thousands of products for parents, infants and children. Juvenile specialty stores on our site are normally locally owned and provide additional services often not available at nationally owned chains. Our stores provide outstanding service and quality products at a competitive price.

Baby News 09 Catalog

With the catalog coming out shortly and the excitment surrounding the 2009 edition, we decided to give you a sneek peek at what will be inside…

• Some great new products from Britax, Graco, Peg Perego, Evenflo & clek just to name a few.
• A “Thinking Green” section for the environmentally conscience parents filled with fantastic eco-friendly products.
• A”Basic Essentials Chart” to assure the basic needs are provided for your baby.

The catalogs will be in your local Baby News Store by the end of the month.