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Advanced Travel Chess Computer | 
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| Brand: ChessCentral
Category: Toy
Buy New: $79.95
Rating:  2 reviews
Sales Rank: 56128
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3
UPC: 186482000414
EAN: 0186482000414
ASIN: B000JN01A2
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Clever combination of features tailored to suit anyone from beginners to the most accomplished player | | • | You get 64 playing levels, all major opening systems to learn | | • | The Chess computer will allow 30 move take-back | | • | You can even use info mode to see what the computer is thinking | | • | 3 x AAA, or adapter - not included |
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Product Description
The Advanced Travel Handheld Chess Computer is a very strong chess opponent that fits in the palm of your hand! It has 64 playing levels and several different modes including: Beginner, Normal, Training, Tournament, Blitz and Mate Search. It can play all major opening systems and has many features to help you improve your game. The entire unit is 8" x 5 " x 1 " with 7/16" squares and a 3/8" King and very recognizable and playable chess pieces. The chess pieces store easily in the unit and it comes with a nice folding cover to keep it all protected. 3 AAA batteries are required (not included).64 playing levels: Beginner, Normal, Training, Tournament, Blitz and Mate Search. All Major Opening Systems, 30-move Take Back - experiment and learn, Info Mode to see inside the computers mind, Position Evaluation Feature, Option to play against the Computer or Friend, Setup Option - to try new positions and moves, 4-Digit LCD Display, Built-in Chess Clock, Automatic Power down feature - conserve battery life, unfinished games held in memory - pick up where you left off Strength: Advanced (1600-2000 rating) Dimensions: 8" x 5 " x 1 "
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| Customer Reviews:
 Not the best for a true beginner December 27, 2007
Craig Treptow (Des Moines, IA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I received this as a gift for Christmas. I hadn't touched Chess since 3rd grade, but wanted to get into the game. So, given that, I was ill-prepared. It is simply too challenging for me at the moment. Even at the easiest settings, it is beating me all the time.
It has "training", but I don't think it will be that helpful, because it will be a bit difficult to follow along. I'm planning on using the US Chess website, or perhaps chessclub.com or books to actually learn some things that will help me get off the ground.
Once I get better, I think this will prove to be a worthy challenger for a very long time.
I do have a few nit-picky items though:
It came with plenty of extra game pieces. However, each color has only one King. I suppose you don't move it that much, but if you did lose it, you'd have to "fake" the king with some other piece which could get confusing.
The pieces generally fit into the board snugly, but occasionally, I do have a loose piece. So you need to be careful. The pieces are small, but I don't find them hard to grab with my hands.
The lid is detachable and snaps onto the back. However, it doesn't seem to snap on very well, so I'm paranoid that it'll drop off somewhere if I'm not careful.
Over all, I'm very excited to have this and plan to enjoy it for a long time.
 Chess Computer May 12, 2007
Minette Fernandez
3 out of 19 found this review helpful
I bought this toy for my child and it has been very helpful for him. He is enjoying it very much!!
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