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iPhone-controlled DIY solar-powered tank [Video]

, Dec 3rd 2009 Discuss [1]

As iPhone remote control projects go we've certainly seen bigger than this Arduino-based iPhone-controlled tank, but it does have the benefit of being somewhat more achievable for the average DIYer than a full-sized car, say.  Chris Rojas threw together the tabletop tank from a basket full of SparkFun parts, and now has a solar-powered vehicle he can control from his cellphone. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

WowWee Joebot gets unboxed, video demo

, Nov 27th 2009 Discuss [0]

Fancy a sneak preview of what Christmas morning might be like for various tweenage kids expecting a new WowWee robot this holiday season?  RoboCommunity's appropriately-named Rudolph has picked up the company's second new 'bot, the Joebot, and has shared an unboxing photoset together with some hands-on feedback. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

Pleo robo-dino back on sale for $349

, Oct 26th 2009 Discuss [0]

Endearing robo-dino Pleo may have faced a second round of extinction earlier this year, but the autonomous robot has weathered the storm and gone on sale again this week.  PleoWorld are offering the dinosaur for $349, with shipping to the US, Canada and the UK, together with those all-important accessories such as replacement battery packs and chargers. Read The Full Story

Jada adds touch technology to toys for kids

, Oct 2nd 2009 Discuss [0]

The power of touch is huge in the consumer electronics market right now. Many of the smartphones, computers, and monitors that are hitting the market feature touch sensitive technology. Touch sensitive pads are replacing buttons and other switches on many gadgets today. Touch technology is also making its move into the toy realm for kids. Read The Full Story

WowWee Roborover and Joebot robots revealed

, Sep 30th 2009 Discuss [0]

Earlier this month we were lamenting the dearth of consumer robotics in 2009, and it seems someone at WowWee has heard our cries.  The company has released preview information of two upcoming 'bots, the WowWee Roborover (left) and the WowWee Joebot (right), both with remote-control functionality as well as autonomous modes. Read The Full Story

WowWee FlyTech ads make us want to be kids again [Video]

, Sep 16th 2009 Discuss [0]

Since we're big geeks here at SlashGear, we're allowed to get unduly excited at the first inklings of WowWee's upcoming holiday range.  The toy and robotics company has revealed their latest ad campaigns for their new remote-controlled gadgets, including an update on the FlyTech Dragonfly, the CrashFX plane we saw back in April and a mini UFO with LED messaging. Video demos after the cut Read The Full Story

EyeClops Night Vision 2.0 Goggles ready for the holidays

, Aug 28th 2009 Discuss [0]

Kids today have it really good when it comes to sweet toys and gadgets. Back in my day, if we wanted to see in the dark we had to open our eyes really wide or go old school and get a flashlight. Today kids can get their own inexpensive night vision goggles. Read The Full Story

Dasarobot Genibo dog-bot gets new video demo

, Aug 25th 2009 Discuss [2]

The demise of Sony's Aibo has left a big niche in the not-especially-useful robotic dog market, and that's a niche that Korean firm Dasarobot intends to fill.  Their Genibo dog is already available from mainstream retailers in the country, and judging by the video demo after the cut he's capable of walking, flashing his tail and flailing his limbs. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

Man Burns Down His House Over Loss of Gundam Models

, Aug 12th 2009 Discuss [0]

Sometimes we need a break from the daily grind, and what better way to do that then to take a look at some completely insane news from around the world? What we have here is a man who really, really loves his Gundam and it seems he took the whole "do anything for you" thing a bit too far. Read The Full Story

Sega Toys’ Yume Neko “Dream Cat” Venus: Robo-kitty gets an upgrade

, Jul 6th 2009 Discuss [0]

Long-time readers may remember Sega Toys' robotic cat that stole my heart, Yume Neko Smile; now the company is back with an upgraded version [pdf link] of the electronic-kitty.  Yume Neko "Dream Cat" Venus is a life-sized Norwegian Forest Cat, with more possible movement than the original Smile version together with the ability to respond to your voice.   Read The Full Story

Silverlit Heli-Mission SWAT Truck: R/C car with hidden helicopter! [Video]

, Jun 29th 2009 Discuss [2]

What's better than a remote-controlled truck?  Why, a remote-controlled truck with a hidden remote-controlled helicopter inside it, that's what!  The Silverlit Heli-Mission SWAT Truck is a full-function toy truck, the rear section of which flips open to reveal an indoor helicopter on a rising launch platform. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

WowWee Hoverpod R/C hovercraft coming July

, May 27th 2009 Discuss [0]

Robot-maker WowWee's latest toy has been previewed, and if piloting their Bladestar helicopter left you in fear of your walls, lights and pets, then the WowWee Hoverpod should prove a little more manageable.  A micro-hovercraft made from impact-resistant EPP foam, the Hoverpod uses WowWee's usual IR remote for controlling and recharging. Read The Full Story
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