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Falcon Radio Controlled Helicopter provides ammo

Brenda Stokes, Sep 30th 2008 Discuss [1]

We've been covering a lot of these radio-controlled helicopters lately, but this Falcon model is rather interesting. In fact, it offers more functionality than just flying around. Read The Full Story

Sega Toys’ Handheld Aquarium is a fun diversion

Brenda Stokes, Sep 29th 2008 Discuss [0]

Who doesn't like a little bit of useless tech once in awhile? That's exactly what the Handheld Aquarium from Sega Toys offers users in its Wiimote-crossed-with-iPod form. Read The Full Story

Infrared Tracker Remote Control Car is guided by light

Brenda Stokes, Sep 26th 2008 Discuss [1]

Who needs fancy remote controls for a remote control car? I mean, all those joysticks and buttons and stuff can get confusing. So, to take the guesswork out of the play process, the Infrared Tracker Remote Control Car was developed. Instead of fiddling with controls, all you have to do is point the controller where you would like the toy car to go and it will go there. Sounds simple enough. The controller is, in essence, a laser pointer and the car will follow the point of light by using an infrared tracking system. Read The Full Story

Robotic Junkyard Dog is more than a scrap heap on wheels

Brenda Stokes, Sep 23rd 2008 Discuss [1]

I'm all for random, seemingly useless gadgets and the Robotic Junkyard Dog fits right in since it has no real purpose than to entertain and possibly annoy. But that's okay. It's a robot dog, after all and there's something to be said about that, right? This little robot is seemingly made from scrap parts and can perform a bunch of tricks and various moves, when he wants to, of course. It can cock its head, wag its tail, run around, sit and stand. The robot is affixed with infrared sensors that make it easier for it to react to its surroundings such as obstacles, movement and even steps. Read The Full Story

Epidermits toy concept is beyond frightening

Brenda Stokes, Sep 18th 2008 Discuss [1]

Karten Design has been coming up with all sorts of weird toy concepts lately as a part of their Cautionary Visions project. The idea is that not all gadget design is created equal and when the real human aspect of tech and why we use it is forgotten, we're bound to end up with gizmo abominations like the Epidermits. Read The Full Story

Bandai Luminodot is Lite-Brite of the future

Brenda Stokes, Sep 16th 2008 Discuss [1]

Oh, how I loved my Lite-Brite as a kid. I mean, I could kill hours with that thing and still find it fun. And though the light toy has since faded, Bandai has come out with the Luminodot, which very much captures the essence of my old beloved possession. Read The Full Story

StellarWindows turns your PC into a portal for viewing space

Brenda Stokes, Sep 5th 2008 Discuss [0]

Japanese company, Fairy Devices, have developed a new toy called StellarWindows that works with your PC to let you take a look at outer space. The toy includes CD software and a USB dongle and is intended for use on either a tablet or notebook PC. Read The Full Story

DIY Indoor Mini Helicopter tutorial with wireless spy-cam

Chris Davies, Sep 4th 2008 Discuss [0]

We love remote control helicopters here at SlashGear, and we love DIY projects too. So imagine the unbridled glee at seeing this tutorial for building your own R/C helicopter, complete with parts salvaged from CD drives, hand-crafted blades and a wireless spy-camera mod. Read The Full Story

Heart Robot brings emotions to robotics

Brenda Stokes, Aug 12th 2008 Discuss [0]

Bristol UK researchers have created a new robot that can display emotions and apparently, bring about emotional reactions from humans. Heart Robot looks rather pale, but people seem to really react to his lifelike features and movements. This puppet-like robot responds to sound, light and movement and shows this by means of eye movement, a heartbeat and breathing. He's made of a soft plastic and wrapped in Egyptian cotton. The bot's "nervous system" is made up of five computers and motors to move his hands and eyelids and make his heart beat faster or slower depending on his stress level. Read The Full Story

Wall E & Elmo Live robots up for pre-order: the Christmas rush begins

Chris Davies, Aug 10th 2008 Discuss [1]

It could be time to start your holiday robot shopping a little early, as pre-orders for two of the most anticipated film and TV tie-ins begin. First up is Disney's Wall-E, in the shape of the Thinkways Ultimate Wall-E, which is available from both Toys-R-Us for $249.99 and the official Disney Shopping store for $259.95. The former says shipping on September 13th, but Robert Oschler tells us he had an email saying mid-October instead; that tallies with the Disney Store. Read The Full Story

WowWee Alive Cub: White Tiger robot unboxed

Chris Davies, Jul 21st 2008 Discuss [0]

We've learnt to expect great things from WowWee's ever-increasing robot range, and while their next creation - the Alive Cub - might not be able to wander your house or play games of laser tag with you, it'll probably be a hit with a new, younger audience. Basically a robotic version of a baby animal, the Alive Cubs are plush and interactive; RoboCommunity have unboxed the White Tiger version, and you can see their demo video after the cut. Read The Full Story

Darth Vader Bobble Head

Abby McVay, Jul 4th 2008 Discuss [0]

If you need a little reinformement when it comes to keeping yourself in line while on your computer, this little bobble head is perfect. He sits atop your monitor peering down at you. Read The Full Story