Techno Source Illuminated Phase 10 Touch Screen Game

by Techno Source

Product Features

• Electronic version of the hit card game phase 10
• Fully illuminated touch screen
• Includes an extra stylus
• Your favorite game that can be taken anywhere at anytime
• Improves problem solving skills

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.2 x 6.6 x 9.2 inches ; 9.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0015XQXTS
• Item model number: 0500
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 years and up
• Batteries: 2 AAA batteries required. (included)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,832 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #63 in Toys & Games > Electronics for Kids > Handheld Games
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Techno Source Illuminated Phase 10 Touch Screen Game. The new electronic phase ten features a sleek, portable housing, illuminated touch screen with adjustable contrast, adjustable volume and two game play modes. Play the classic game mode and be the first to complete all ten phases, or select quick play mode when you’re short on time and choose the number of Phases you want to play. Now your favorite card game goes with you anywhere, anytime and 2 AAA batteries which are included.

Product Description

Play Phase 10 against 1-3 computer opponents anytime, anywhere with this electronic handheld version of the popular card and also dice game. The 2 1/2 by 2 inch touch screen features adjustable contrast. Other features include quick play mode that allow you to choose how many phases you want to play and an adjustable volume control. Game unit measures 5 by 3 1/2 inches and comes with 2 styluses, 2 'AAA' batteries, and instructions

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Addictive, April 23, 2009

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LoriAnnR (Lewistown, PA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Techno Source Illuminated Phase 10 Touch Screen Game (Toy)

I purchased 5 of these units for Christmas gifts in 2008 and every recipient absolutely loved it. I found that you need to play it several times to actually understand the little nuances that may be a bit different from how you actually play the card game. For example, the electronic game only allows a player to be skipped one time per phase, which differs from how my family and I always played the traditional card game. It also took me several hands to figure out how I would know if another play picked up my discard (the discard pile blinks a few times). All in all, these games were very well received and I have to admit, it is rather funny to visit my family now and typically see at least one person using the hand held game playing a quick game of Phase10. The game is sizeable enough to see the screen well (and it also has a feature to light up the display screen). But it also is small enough to fit in a coat pocket or purse very easily. The volume can be turned down or off and the brightness of the screen can be adjusted. You can select between 2 to 4 players. Another nice feature is that you can select the "quick" version that allows you to select how many phases you would like to play if you don't have time for all 10 phases. The game also appears fairly durable and although batteries need changed after a few months with heavy use (the screen will get light when this occurs), none of the recipients have had any problems. This game has been a great way to decompress for a few minutes at the end of a long day.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Pretty fun game but could have been better., March 12, 2010

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Darcie B (Ohio) - See all my reviews

= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Techno Source Illuminated Phase 10 Touch Screen Game (Toy)

I had a little trouble at the beginning with the "draw" area not functioning but it seems to be ok now. There is a 'reset' button on the back. The screen could have been larger for easier viewing. The light is helpful for the dark but there is nothing you can do about sunlight, it's very difficult to see it in sunlight. I like the automatic shut off to save the batteries and the self storing "stylist" that you use to play. The game is pretty much like the card game except a player can only be "skipped" once in each phase, this may be an actual rule but we play that a skip card can be used on anyone and as many times as you want. It's a fun game.
3/28/10 (UPDATE)
I have had this about 2 months, the "Draw" area does not work most of the time. I guess this is not very durable.
12/28/10 (UPDATE)
The "draw" place that you must touch finally completely stopped working. I found this in a drawer and had not been played for awhile, after reaquainting myself with the game, purchased another one and I have had no problems with it at all. Maybe the first one was a "lemon".
12/17/11 (UPDATE)
The second game that I purchased is still working great, no problems at all and it's been a year. The first one was apparently a LEMON.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great handheld game, January 13, 2009

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C. SCHMIDT (Tennessee, USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Techno Source Illuminated Phase 10 Touch Screen Game (Toy)

If you like the card game, playing rummy, or tired of play solitaire you should like this.
The handheld game is setup for one human vs. 1, 2 or 3 computer opponents.
You can play Classic (play all the way to Phase 10) or to a certain phase number.
It took around an hour to finish a classic game of Phase 10 w/ 3 computer opponents. Great for road trips.