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Launched in 2000, the Cybiko was a youth oriented hand held computer and organizer. It was not a cell phone, but rather a two way radio device that incorporated text messaging capabilities. Marketed as a "PDA for kids", it was unique in the fact that its functionality was limited to a maximum range of .19 miles. After only two generations of the device, it was discontinued, but has had sporadic revival attempts made by the manufacturing company,  Cybiko, Inc.
 
Launched in 2000, the Cybiko was a youth oriented hand held computer and organizer. It was not a cell phone, but rather a two way radio device that incorporated text messaging capabilities. Marketed as a "PDA for kids", it was unique in the fact that its functionality was limited to a maximum range of .19 miles. After only two generations of the device, it was discontinued, but has had sporadic revival attempts made by the manufacturing company,  Cybiko, Inc.
 
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====Generations: From Classic to Xtreme====
 
====Generations: From Classic to Xtreme====

Revision as of 21:12, 7 November 2010

Launched in 2000, the Cybiko was a youth oriented hand held computer and organizer. It was not a cell phone, but rather a two way radio device that incorporated text messaging capabilities. Marketed as a "PDA for kids", it was unique in the fact that its functionality was limited to a maximum range of .19 miles. After only two generations of the device, it was discontinued, but has had sporadic revival attempts made by the manufacturing company, Cybiko, Inc.

Origins

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Developement

The Golden Years

Usage

Features and Capabilities

Marketing and Youth Appeal

The Cybiko in School

Reviews

Generations: From Classic to Xtreme

Cybiko Classic
Cybiko Xtreme

Downfall and Discontinuation

Revival Attempts

Cybiko Today

Fan Forums

Bibliography