Pre-launch › World-building & partnerships · 21 Apr 2026 · T−59
LeapFrog turns the film's villain into a $27.99 learning tablet
The Explore & Learn Lilypad went on sale at Walmart on 26 April, with Amazon and Target after. VTech added Buzz-themed learning toys.
Why it matters
The tablet the film warns about became a real tablet for preschoolers.
AnalysisReported by Disney fan-news outlets; the desk has not opened LeapFrog's release.
Details
- Date
- 21 Apr 2026 · T−59
- Phase
- Pre-launch › World-building & partnerships
- Category
- Merchandise & licensing
- Markets
- United States
- Led by
- Partner-led
- Partners
- LeapFrog, VTech, Walmart
- Channels
- Retail
- Mechanics
- Physical-to-digital
Sources 2
- Roundup Reveal Week: 'Toy Story 5' Leapfrog and VTech ToysLaughing Place · 21 Apr 2026 · laughingplace.com · SecondaryVerifies: LeapFrog Explore & Learn Lilypad, $27.99, Walmart-exclusive from 26 April
- (Live updates) 'Toy Story 5' Roundup Reveal Week with daily merchandise announcementsAttractions Magazine · 23 Apr 2026 · attractionsmagazine.com · SecondaryVerifies: Daily reveals: Mattel, LeapFrog, LEGO sets from 1 May, Pop Mart blind boxes, Kellogg's cereal prizes from 26 April
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