Fisher-Price Rainforest Deluxe Auto Mirror
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BRICABrand: Fisher-Price
Release Date: 2008-07-01
Model: 50284
Product features:
- Large convex mirror for clear, wide-angle viewing
- Multiple attachment options for viewing rear-facing infants
- Patented teether attachment
- Three-position slide switch allows for music, lights, or both; with volume control
- Fisher Price Rainforest design
Baby Products Reviews of Fisher-Price Rainforest Deluxe Auto Mirror
Customer Review: Good quality mirror, but is a bit big & can obstruct view
Summary: 3 Stars
As far as auto mirrors go, this one has been quite good for us. Granted, we had no problems installing it *solidly* in our car -- [...]. (We use this in a Subaru Outback on the middle headrest of the back seat. It fits great in our car and is quite secure -- First, there is an opening for the headrest to go through, wide straps with velcro tabs that secure the unit around a headrest, and finally there is a clip that hooks from the headrest straps onto the back of the mirror... all so the mirror can't fly forward freely in an accident. I've not seen anything better on other mirrors I looked at in BRU.)
I can say that if this mirror wasn't attached so securely in my car, I too wouldn't use it as (like others have mentioned) it would be a huge liability to your child's safety in an auto accident.
Other Pros:
- In some regards, the size of the mirror is a bonus because it is so easy to see your whole child in his/her carseat. Plus, the size allows your child to see you better (this has been a HUGE plus for my son who really needed to see me -- even the back of me -- as he was getting use to being in the car).
- The mirror is easy to clean (doesn't scratch the way other auto mirrors do -- see my review of the Baby In Sight mirror).
- The light show and music can be an attention grabber for a cranky infant. (But, to be honest... we've only had this work once or twice as our son really isn't that interested in the toy aspect of the mirror -- he prefers a stuffed animal in his lap.)
- The remote control that comes with the unit is super handy for turning the light and/or music off and on (but know that the switch to play either lights, music, or lights & music is on the mirror itself and must be set ahead of time... the remote is *just* an on/off switch).
- For those using the music feature of this mirror... you'll be happy to know that there *is* volume control!! Whoo hooo! :)
Cons:
- The size can be a negative because it does obstruct the view out my back window quite a bit. (I have found ways to get around the blindspot that the mirror creates by over-cautiously using my side mirrors & side windows when passing, merging, etc. but then again... in my wagon visibility is generally pretty easy. In some cars, the blindspot this mirror creates could be too dangerous.)
- As any kids' toy that toots, whistles, sings, etc., this one requires batteries. If your kid really uses/needs the light show and/or music of this mirror... keep some extra batteries (and a screwdriver!) handy in your glovebox!!
Hope that helps!
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