Travel around the world and learn about world history geography government and culture all without leaving home. You can do just that with the Special Edition SmartGlobe v3.This globe is a unique product that can be updated using a standard USB port (USB cable included) and Internet connection. Each week new information is available for download offering the most current world news currency exchange rates and amazing facts. Using the SmartPen globe trotters can take a digital tour around the wor ld. The SmartGlobe v3 includes a 25-page book to further explore countries animals climates dinosaurs national flags foods landmarks inventions and world history.Special features:USB connection for downloading content updates1-year free subscription to downloadable content (a $14.99 value!)30 learning categories6 challenging gamesMulti-player function for gaming with family and friendsU.S. pull-out map with wide range of easy-to-access informationBass speaker for enhanced sound quality About Ore gon Scientific Oregon Scientific Inc. is one of the world`s leading designers and marketers of award-winning upscale personal electronic products in the consumer electronics and toy industries. Exciting cutting-edge technology coupled with fluid desi gn is the hallmark of every Oregon Scientific product. The company offers five families of products that all incorporate the company`s advanced liquid-crystal display (LCD) technology for use at home in business while traveling and during recreationa l time.Recent Awards 2007 Winner Educational Toy of the Year2007 Winner Great American Toy Test Educational Toy2006 Winner FamilyFun Magazine’s Learning Toys of the Year2006 Winner National Parenting Center Seal of Approval2006 Winner iParentin g Media Awar