Join PC Gadgets, Remote Control Toys
Joker Racer R/C Server
A server on wheels – what comes to your mind when that phrase is mentioned? Most of us might think of a waiter wearing a pair of skates, but this time round, we’re talking about the Joker Racer R/C Server. This is a real deal Linux server that has been shrunk to a miniscule size, making it small enough to be installed onto radio-controlled cars, where you can then control it from a standard Web browser or using a client program for the iPhone (which is currently under development, seeing action only sometime next year). While the Joker Racer R/C Server is not for sale at the moment, it could have plenty of potential especially in a tie up with Tamiya or other notable R/C car manufacturers.
Source: Hobby Media
Childrens Gadgets, Remote Control Toys, Toys
25MPH Remote Controlled Motorcycle
Remote control cars and robots have long been the rage, but somehow or rather motorcycles of the same nature were hard to come by simply because the market (read: parents) wasn’t really prepared to have these zip around the homes in a non-chalant manner, tripping everyone up and scaring the pets in the process. Well, times have certainly changed, and with the advancement in technology, we now have the 25MPH Remote Controlled Motorcycle.
This is the remote controlled Grand Prix-styled motorcycle that can reach a top speed of 25 MPH. The triple-channel pistol grip transmitter that provides throttle, steering, and braking control up to 300′ away. You can tune the front wheel’s rake angle for easier or more aggressive turning as your handling skills improve. Functioning front and rear oil-filled shock absorbers cushion the natural rubber tires over bumps and helps carve smoothly through tight turns. A four-hour charge of its NiMH battery using the included adapter provides 18 minutes of racing time. Remote requires eight AA batteries.
Frankly, we think it is pretty silly to wait for four hours to juice up before getting a mere 18 minutes (!) of track time. Still, if you’re adamant on picking this up for Christmas, it is going for $249.95 from Hammacher.
Remote Control Toys, Toys
Forklift Challenge pits one forklift against each other
I once spent a summer working at a warehouse, and it was during this time where I learned to drive a forklift. I remember that I felt pretty dang good after it, because the controls on the forklift weren’t exactly instinctive.
I also discovered that some jobs at work were a little bit more fun with the application of a forklift. Granted, it was still work, but knowing how to ride a forklift gave me a little more clout on the job. People just assumed that if you were driving a forklift, then you had experience.
This Forklift Challenge game manages to put the fun of the forklifts, but on a board game scale. In this game, players take control of a miniature forklift via tiny remote control. The object is to move your boxes from one side of the board to the other before your opponent. It’s an epic battle between forklift and forklift.
Childrens Gadgets, Remote Control Toys, Toys
Rechargeable RC Wall Climber Space Insects
Most of us have played with a remote control car at some point. Yet how many can say they’ve played with a remote controlled bug that can walk on walls?! It’s the ultimate toy that you’ll never want to give up long enough to let your own kids play with it. It’s probably best to buy one for the kids, then stash your own as well. It’s the best of both worlds. Just make sure it stays hidden, otherwise after they break theirs they’ll try to go after your bug.
Gadget Gift Ideas, Miscellaneous Gadgets, Remote Control Toys, Toys
Target’s Remote Control Gift Card
As an adult, I always appreciate a gift card. After all, I am willing to wait until after Christmas day to go to the store and buy what I want.
However, I remember being a kid, and I wanted the present on Christmas morning, and I could not wait until then. In other words, I wanted a toy that I could play with now.
Target has figured out a way to merge a gift card and a toy with their Remote Control Gift Card. The card itself works as a remote control with an antenna and buttons, and there is a Santa Mouse that will drive around the Christmas tree.
Gadget Gift Ideas, Gift Guides, Remote Control Toys
R/C Toy Gift Ideas
There’s nothing like a remote control vehicle to bring out the kid big in anyone, here we present some of our favourite R/C toys and vehicles.
Soar through the house with this revolutionary flying machine – dodge lamps, walls, furniture and more.
- Rechargeable indoor flying machine
- Uses its sensor to avoid obstacles and ceilings in Autopilot Mode
- Use the directional pad to navigate or hands to guide
- Use RC mode to take complete control
- Control height and power with the throttle
- Go head-to-head with a friend in an aerial dogfight with the included dogfight accessory (requires second Bladestar, sold separately)
The Flytech Bladestar is available from Discovery for $34.99 .
iRC Mini R/C Motor Bike – $49.99
With a built-in gyro that is always spinning, these diminutive motor bikes can move slowly enough to be maneuverable without falling over. The included remote looks like a motorcycle accelerator grip. Charge your mini-bike from the remote then go on a cross country tour of the accounting department.
The iRC Mini R/C Motor Bike is available from Think Geek for $49.99 .
Radio Control Drift Attack Stunt Vehicle – $49.99
Twist, spin, drift and slide – this radio control attack vehicle performs more stunts than ever.
- Wheels rotate, slide and drift for terrain-defying maneuvers
- Performs wheelies, power slides, spins, drifts and twists
- Executes upside down stunts and 360-degree spins
- Digital proportional control
- Glowing LED lights
- Four-wheel chassis with dual tread for improved high-torque movement
The Radio Control Drift Attack Stunt Vehicle is available from Discovery for $49.99 .
Remote Controlled Gyromobile – $59.95
This remote controlled, dual-wheeled gyromobile’s positively cambered, dual-wheeled design enables beginners to command it into dizzying spins and nimble turns. You can control it from up to 25′ away with the remote, moving it forward, backward, left and right because both 8 1/2″ diam. wheels can operate independently, allowing it to make hairpin turns and spin in place. It can jump over piles of laundry or flip over a stack of books because it is weighted such that it will always end up on its wheels.
The Remote Controlled Gyromobile is available from Hammacher for $59.95.
17” Skidoo RC Snowmobile – $79.95
With authentic details like a working taillight and headlight, this 17″ scale replica snowmobile offers the complete Ski-Doo experience. Interchangeable skis let you run the unit on indoor surfaces or outdoors on the snow, and working suspension, a full-track design and signature aesthetics help the snowmobile look and handle just like the real thing.
The 17” Skidoo RC Snowmobile is available from Amazon for $79.95.
Cobra R/C 2 Channel Mini Helicopte – $89.99
With Our Cobra Toys Radio Controlled (RC) helicopters you can benefit from greater aerobatic capabilities and longer flying time. Carefully developed and tested, Cobra Toys use better batteries – often Li-Poly (Lithium Polymer) for quicker charge time and longer play time, better components and superior construction. The result is a premium quality designed and built product. Cobra Toys are produces at the best factories in China: Syma and Double Horse. Now includes the DOG FIGHT feature. Play against your friend with this new cool APACHI helicopter.
The Cobra R/C 2 Channel Mini Helicopte is available from Amazon for $89.99.
Any toy that teaches kids about alternative energy in a way that makes it fun for them is definitely okay in my book. I’ve seen some that are kits and a bit more complicated. Honestly, I think that this car is one of the best approaches I’ve seen. It goes for the subtle angle, it’s a fun remote control car and doesn’t need a single battery to run.
The H2Go Fuel Cell Car is available from Amazon for $109.99.
Swim Along Manta Ray – $119.95
This is the remote controlled manta ray that glides underwater while you swim or snorkel nearby. Its hydrodynamic body has small holes in its upper body that allow water to displace air as it submerges down to its maximum depth of 8′. You can control it from 6′ away with the remote (which is waterproof down to 3′). Forefinger triggers on the underside of the remote enable independent pitch for each thruster, providing control for steep, powered dives to the bottom of pools and rapid ascents. Thumb toggles on the topside of the remote allow for independent thrust operation of each shrouded propeller, providing the ability to move forward, backward, make left and right turns, barrel rolls, or complete underwater loops–even intricate submerged Immelmann turns.
The Swim Along Manta Ray is available from Hammacher for $119.95.
Remote Control Authentic WWII Battling Tanks – $249.95
With authentic period details, realistic sounds, and infrared “projectiles,” these remote controlled tanks re-enact the famous armored clashes of World War II. At 1:24 scale, each tank’s weathering, battle damage, and authentic period details are clearly identifiable including the zimmerit coating on the German Tiger I, meant to thwart magnetic anti-tank mines, and the shell mark on the U.S. Army M4A3 Sherman. Both tanks generate realistic sounds while they move on realistic treads with suspension. Each is fitted with a cannon that fires an infrared beam 25′ away at a sensor on each tank. The tanks generate an explosion sound and vibrate to indicate they have been hit; five hits results in victory, which shuts the tank down.
The Remote Control Authentic WWII Battling Tanks is available from Hammacher for $249.95.
SRV-1 Blackfin Mobile Surveillance Robot – $495.99
Explore the dangerous terrain of your home or office with the SRV-1 Mobile Robot. This palm sized bot packs tank-like treads a 1000MIPS 500MHz Blackfin BF537 processor and a mini video camera. Using 802.11b/g wi-fi the SRV-1 interfaces wirelessly with a remote PC. The Java-based console software includes a built-in web server to monitor and control the SRV-1 via a web browser from anywhere in the world, as well as archive video feeds on demand or on a scheduled basis. Get programming with fully open-source software for robot and host computer.
The SRV-1 Blackfin Mobile Surveillance Robot is available from Think Geek for $495.99.
Childrens Gadgets, Remote Control Toys, Toys
Interactive Toy Concepts Skidoo RC Snowmobile
Remote controlled cars are always fun, but come wintertime they’re isolated to the indoors. It’s not the wisest to take your brand new RC car and put it in a bunch of wet snow. Then parents are stuck listening to the car run into walls indoors instead of being able to send the kids outdoors with it. However, if they have this Skidoo RC Snowmobile, the kids wouldn’t be stuck inside.
Remote Control Toys
Syma’s Micro Chinook Cargo Transport3 is one controlled R/C helicopter
I was at the mall the other day with my kids and I spotted a few people playing with a tiny remote control helicopter with twin rotors.
I was surprised at the control that it had, and even though they wouldn’t let customers play with them, I could buy them if I wanted to. I believe that the booth was overcharging customers for these toys, as I saw this one on the Syma site for fifty dollars less.
The Syma S026 Micro Chinook Cargo Transport 3 Channel Indoor RC RHelicopter is “the world’s smallest and lightest” and it is “designed for indoor flight only”.
The control is so good, that a similar device was used as a prop to play floating fairies in a performance of the classic William Shakespeare comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream. I’ve included a video of this after the jump if you want to see it for yourself.
