TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Electronics Product Category
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AC420 – Sound monitor by
ANGELCAREThis sound monitor can hear all of baby's sounds and can be used anywhere baby sleeps. 9/24/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] MOBI HeadPhonies Hello Kitty by
MOBI Technologies, Inc.HeadPhonies are portable mini speakers shaped like designer toys. They are compatible with all iPod variations, and will also work with other MP3 and CD players, as well as computers, handheld video games and even certain cell phones. The speakers stand at only 3” tall, and are designed with high sound quality in mind. Each HeadPhonies includes a cable for connecting a music library as well as a charging cable for the internal battery. The internal battery can be charged in about an hour with a playback time of over four hours per charge. "The MOBI HeadPhonies provides the sound of a Boom-Box with the cute design of Hello Kitty," MOBI Technologies National Sales Manager Andrew Buckband told
TDmonthly.
Awards: 2010 CEA Innovations Award for Design and Engineering 9/23/2010 (Price: $24.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Headphonies: Striker by
MOBI Technologies, Inc.Combining music, design and attitude, Mobi Headphonies are playful, portable 3” characters with built-in amplified speakers. Available in a variety of quirky characters, Headphonies hosts a built-in hi-fi amplifier, internal rechargeable battery and can play for four to eight hours. It comes with an audio cable, a USB charging cable and a keyring clip for attachment to bags or other accessories. Headphonies can work with MP3 players, portable DVD players, computers and most mobile devices. 9/14/2010 (Price: $24.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Laser Star by
HPI HONG KONG LIMITEDBring the universe into your home! Laser Stars project thousands of moving stars onto the ceiling and walls. Realistic Blue Nebulae Clouds are realistic and adjustable. They can also be turned off for a brand new effect. An AC adapter is included as well.
— Laser Star was a Top 10 best seller at Figpickels Toy Emporium in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho in Aug. 2010. “We have one on display in a dark room,” said owner Brett Sommer. “It’s like a universe in a room. The blue cosmic nebulae clouds and moving green stars take most people’s breath away. Everyone wants to fall asleep floating in space.” 8/30/2010 (Price: $199.99)
ReCon 6.0 Programmable Rover by
SMARTLAB TOYSThe Programmable Rover is a toy, a robot and a tool for learning the basic fundamentals on programming. Kids can program this Rover to navigate specified courses to deliver a treat to a pet, surprise a family member with a personalized message, carry a soda, guard a bedroom or just dance. With a spiral bound Owner's Manual, kids will begin work through guided projects building their knowledge for the more advanced operating techniques. This cleverly crafted guide helps get the Rover rolling and will inspire the next level of learning — charting one's own adventures. 8/26/2010 (Price: $69.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Webmail Notifier by
DREAM CHEEKYThis mail notifier connects to users' private e-mail accounts, Twitter, and Facebook when they cannot, to let them know when they have mail or other notificationa. Webmail Notifier works in the background to inform about personal emails and social media notifications, and even the capacity of unread emails. It comes equipped with red, green and blue illuminators and an optional sound indicator. 8/26/2010 (Price: $12.00)
Star Trek Communicator by
DREAM CHEEKYThis exact replica communicator even produces the coveted "chirp" sound when flipped open. Exact dimensions and real metal mesh casing make this Skype, MSN, AIM and iChat compatible communicator a collector's item. It comes equipped with volume control and a mute button, and plays 21 authentic sound effects on both ends of the line when muted. 8/26/2010 (Price: $50.00)
Star Trek U.S.S. Enterprise Web Cam by
DREAM CHEEKYThis original Starship Enterprise NCC-1701 USB webcam features engines that light up red to give users the full starship effect. 8/26/2010 (Price: $30.00)
Squish the Fish by
DREAM CHEEKYSquish the Fish is a durable, bouncy aquarium globe. It can be tossed, bounced and rolled around for hours. Done playing? Put the globe back on its stand and watch the fish swim around. 8/26/2010 (Price: $20.00)
Stress Ball by
DREAM CHEEKYThis smart stress ball is designed to combat the high-tech stresses of today. This USB-powered stress reliever can pulverize any uploaded photo, destroy documents and erase an email, and afterward it will restore everything back to its original place. 8/26/2010 (Price: $28.00)
Mail Box Friends Alert by
DREAM CHEEKYThis friends message monitoring software incorporates color and sound alerts that can be personalized for up to 10 accounts. It supports Gmail, Yahoo, MSN, Outlook, Windows Live Hotmail, Facebook and Twitter. 8/26/2010 (Price: $15.00)
O.I.C. Storm Missile Launcher by
DREAM CHEEKYThis webcam-equipped desktop missile launcher can be hooked up to a messaging program and controlled from anywhere in the world, by anyone on the user's buddy list. It is capable of shooting four foam missiles on an automatic rotation up to 25' in any direction. Each direction plays a different sound effect. "This is the only webcam equipped USB missile launcher with internet control capabilities," Taylor Giovan, Dream Cheeky marketing representative, told
TDmonthly. 8/26/2010 (Price: $45.00)
USB Missile Launcher by
DREAM CHEEKYWho wouldn’t be amused by the prospect of nailing some unsuspecting coworkers with foam missiles from time to time? This USB gadget can be strategically placed anywhere within 3' of your computer and effectively staves off your most unwanted company. It shoots three foam missiles as far as 15' in any direction and can be controlled easily by your mouse or keyboard. Looking for something more powerful? Try the upgraded version, OIC Storm Missile Launcher. ( Watch Video) 8/26/2010 (Price: $35.00)
Big Red Button by
DREAM CHEEKYBig Red Button sits on your desk and rescues you from office traps, office stress and even embarrassing yourself by getting fired over raging at coworkers. Functions include “Boom,” a less violent way to let out your rage by virtually destroying your computer, “I’m Working,” a working spreadsheet so your boss knows you mean business, “Punch Up,” to hit your enemies in the face, “Webkey,” takes you to your favorite url, and “Take-a-Break,” because you take many and need to save money on your energy bill by putting your computer in sleep mode. 8/26/2010 (Price: $14.99)
USB Lightsaber Glow Lamp by
UNDERGROUND TOYSThis lightsaber plugs into a USB port to light a desk area. The base recharges the light and can be removed to adjust the illumination level. This singular lamp stands approximately 14" tall.
( Watch Video) 8/20/2010 (Price: $29.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] R2-D2 USB Hub by
UNDERGROUND TOYSThis unique USB hub has four ports and makes sounds every time a peripheral is plugged in. R2-D2 measures 8.25" x 4.75" x 3.75."
( Watch Video) 8/20/2010 (Price: $39.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver by
UNDERGROUND TOYSThe Doctor's handy-dandy sonic screwdriver is the epitome of multifunctional gizmos. Whether it's driving a screw, picking a lock, or disabling an opponent, this amazing implement seems to exhibit the precise capability required by its owner at the time. This sonic screwdriver replica measures 9.25" x 2" x 8.5." This replica features button-activated light and sound effects, and includes a hidden ultraviolet pen and UV light that reveals secret writing.
( Watch Video) 8/20/2010 (Price: $20.99)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Mason Moves Away/ Mason se muda - Bilingual vdoBug compatible DVD by
Playentertainment, LLPPress the vdoBug buttons and follow along as Mason's peaceful lodge is destroyed and he is forced to find a new place to live. Watch video of the animals in their natural habitat, color along with the coloring page, work crossword puzzles and learn vocabulary words. Listen and sing along to music written by Grammy nominated Red Grammer along with Latin Grammy nominee Marie del Rey. "This is the most interactive bilingual DVD available. With the vdoBug DVD remote you can easily move between languages as well as the other 5 activities available on the DVD," Sales and Development manager Cheri Scheufler of Playentertainment LLP told
TDmonthly.
Awards: 2010 Creative Child Magazine Product of the Year, Kids Products - Educational Equipment Catagory 8/19/2010 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Cinnamon & the April Shower/Canelay el aquacero de Abril - Bilingual vdoBug compatible DVD by
Playentertainment, LLPPress the vdoBug buttons and follow along as Cinnamon Bear experiences springtime and April showers. Color along with the coloring page, watch video of animals in their natural habitat, work crossword puzzles and learn vocabulary words. Listen and sing along with music written by Grammy nominated Red Grammer with Latin Grammy nominee Maria del Rey. "This is the most interactive bilingual DVD available to date. With the vdoBug you can easily move between languages and the other 5 activites with the simple click of the button," Sales and Development manager Cheri Scheufler of Playentertainment LLP told
TDmonthly.
Awards: 2010 Creative Child Magazine Product of the Year, Kids Products -Educational Equipment category 8/19/2010 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] A Home for Pearl Squirrel/Una Casa para la Ardilla Perla - Bilingual vdoBug compatible DVD by
Playentertainment, LLPPress vdoBug's buttons and follow along as you meet perky and curious Pearl Squirrel. She is building her very first leaf nest. Watch video of the animals in their natural habitat, color along with the coloring page, work crossword puzzles and learn vocabulary words. Listen and sing along to music written by Grammy nominated Red Grammer with Maria del Rey. "Highly interactive, you can move from Engish to Spanish with just the click of a button and you can just as easily move to any of the other 5 activities," Sales and Development manager Cheri Scheufler of Playentertainment LLP told
TDmonthly.
Awards: 2010 Creative Child Magazine Product of the Year, Kids Products - Educational Equipment category; 2009 Dr. Toy Best Vacation Product 8/19/2010 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Mark-My-Time™ Camouflage and Animal Print Digital Booklight by
MARK-MY-TIME LLCRead anytime and anywhere with this cool new product from Mark-My-Time. It’s a bookmark with page clip, countdown and cumulative timer and bright LED book light all in one. The makers of the Mark-My-Time digital bookmark and digital metronome have created the perfect gift item for your young readers. The Mark-My-Time digital booklight features a bright 3 LED light on an adjustable arm, a clip to attach the bookmark to the pages of your favorite book, and three cool camouflage prints in pink, blue and green; or, three animal prints in zebra, cheetah or pink leopard. All these features, plus the homework help timing functions: cumulative timer up to 100 hours, 60 second fluency timer, and countdown session timer that alarms when you are finished and even turns off the light. Take the work out of nightly reading homework logs.
( Watch Video) 8/19/2010 (Price: $14.95)
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] LeapFrog Chat & Count Phone by
LEAPFROGWith the LeapFrog Chat & Count Phone, children can sing along to songs about counting and phone routines, explore more than 15 phone activities and call on Scout for learning fun as they trade calls and voicemails. Parents can connect to the online LeapFrog Learning Path for customized learning insights and ideas to expand the learning.
— As of 8.16.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from 9 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 33 in best-selling toys and games.
PROS: Interactive, educational, engaging.
CONS: Some parents felt the product features too few activities. 8/16/2010
Star Wars Yoda Mimobot by
MIMOCO INC.This USB storage device honors the 30th anniversary of "Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back." It is designed to resemble the film's popular Yoda character. 8/13/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Star Wars Wampa Mimobot by
MIMOCO INC.This USB storage device honors the 30th anniversary of "Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back." It is designed to resemble the film's Wampa character. 8/13/2010
[Add to my Inquiry Basket][?] Tuxedo Sam Mimobot USB Flash Drive by
MIMOCO INC.This USB storage device honors Sanrio's 50th anniversary. It is designed to resemble the brand's popular character Tuxedo Sam. 8/13/2010
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