TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Interactive Product Category

Zhu Zhu Pets Baby Hamsters Butter Cheeks by CEPIA LLC

Zhu Zhu Baby hamsters have a roller ball under their tummy to rock and roll around when nudged. Butter Cheeks is a yellow hamster with a pink diaper, and comes with three "baby" accessories.   
  — As of 8.16.10, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 26 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Durable, easy to control, realistic movements. 8/16/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kung Zhu Pets Battle Arena by CEPIA LLC

With eight original characters split into two battling groups called Special Forces and Ninja Warriors, Kung Zhu Pet owners will have the thrill of training each character to transform fighting, battling warriors. While these Kung Zhu hamsters may start of as "cute" and "mild-mannered" once they are sent into their main training grounds, smart chip technology will actually allow for a distinct personality transformation of fighting ninja and warriors.
 — As of 8.12.10, this product had 4 out of 5 stars from seven reviews on ToysRUs.com and was listed No. 14 in best-selling toys and games. PROS: Easy to use and entertaining. CONS: Not very durable. 8/12/2010 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Laugh and Learn Say Please Tea Set by FISHER-PRICE INC.

This set includes a teapot, two pretty cups, three tasty treats and plenty of songs, sounds and fun phrases. It is designed to introduce children to pretend play while they learn about counting, shapes, opposites, manners and more. Open the lid for magical interaction and a peek-a-boo pal inside, or press the teabag to hear a song. Two AA batteries are required.
— As of 8.03.2010, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 72 reviews on Amazon.com and was #47 in the top 100 best-selling toys and games. PROS: Cute, clean, educational and durable. CONS: Electronic component can include defects. 8/3/2010 (Price: $18.99)

Spy Net Recording Pen by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

Cleverly loaded with a stealth audio device, this pen can record, save and play back "evidence." The pen includes a USB connection so kids can connect and upload files to a PC. The Spy Pen also links to SpyNetHQ.com to unlock a lie detector so "agents" can upload and analyze their evidence. 8/2/2010 (Price: $19.99)

Spy Net Snake Cam by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

For missions requiring advanced stealth, this flexible snake-like camera attachment gets into the most hard to reach places. Kids can connect it to the Spy Net Video Watch to see around, below and above objects, like corners, fences and more. 8/2/2010 (Price: $24.99)

Spy Net Video Watch by JAKKS PACIFIC INC.

This watch is packed with high-tech features including a working hidden video camera and audio system with onboard memory so young "agents" can record and save 20 minutes of crisp and clear video, or up to three hours of audio "evidence" or even still photos. Kids can play back all of their "evidence" on a built-in, ful-color 1.4 inch TFT video screen, then upload their files to a PC via the included USB connection.
— As of 1.06.2011 this product had 3.5 out of 5 stars from 73 reviews on Amazon.com and was No. 30 on the top 100 bestselling toys and games. Pros: Multiple Functions keep kids entertained. Cons: Reports of watches not taking a charge or losing the charge. 8/2/2010 (Price: $49.99)

Rainforest Melodies & Lights Deluxe Gym by FISHER-PRICE INC.

This activity gym is designed to stimulate babies with music, lights, nature sounds, games and textures. It features 20 minutes of parent-activated continuous music, and a baby mode with eight to 12 seconds of lights and music. Included are a floor quilt with silky borders and colorful arches, a spinner with rattling beads, spinning butterflies, a shiny mirror, a crinkly leaf and movable and stationary activity toys. The gym measures 20" x 32.5" x 32.5." 7/28/2010 (Price: $69.99)

Strobotop LightPhase Animator by EYE THINK INC.

The Strobotop™ LightPhase Animator is a combination of a hand-powered spinning top and cutting-edge LED electronics to make pictures and drawings magically spring to life before your eyes. Just spin the Strobotop™, aim your LightPhaser at it, and capture the motion.
Awards: Mom's Best Award 2010, Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products 2010 7/23/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strobotop LightPhase Animator Booster Pack #1 — Eyemazing Animations by EYE THINK INC.

This booster pack for the Strobotop LightPhase Animator contains 18 Strobodisks to add to the existing disks found in the Strobotop LightPhase Animator set. The booster pack's disks contain 12 picture disks and six draw-your-own disks. 7/23/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Webkinz Zumbuddies Zeb by GANZ

Webkinz Zumbuddies Plush have big smiles and fun personalities. Kids can unlock a virtual Zum to play with, then receive a Zum room for each five Zumbuddies collected. All Zumbuddies receive "Zummie" tokens to use in the online Z Shop. 7/20/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Webkinz Zumbuddies Zavi by GANZ

Webkinz Zumbuddies Plush have big smiles and fun personalities. Kids can unlock a virtual Zum to play with, then receive a Zum room for each five Zumbuddies collected. All Zumbuddies receive "Zummie" tokens to use in the online Z Shop. 7/20/2010 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mazin Hamster Petunia by GANZ

This lavender plush hamster comes with a feature code that unlocks a world in which children and their hamsters can build 3-D mazes, play or share with friends. Multiple hamsters unlock new pieces for the maze and help build it faster. 7/19/2010 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mazin Hamster Presto by GANZ

This bright blue plush hamster comes with a feature code that unlocks a world in which children and their hamsters can build 3-D mazes, play or share with friends. Multiple hamsters unlock new pieces for the maze and help build it faster. 7/19/2010 (Price: $10.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Dave the Monkey by CHINA INDUSTRIES LTD

Dave the Monkey toy is an 8" electronic monkey plush toy made to sit one's shoulder and interact with friends and passers-by. Designed to look realistic, he has the look of a small squirrel monkey, with a black body and a white face, hands and feet. Dave clips to the owners jacket and is controlled using a small wireless remote. He can also act automonously, and is equipped with a wide range of emotions - he even gets "scared" when shouted at. 7/16/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

iCarly Chat N Change Doll by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

Girls can style this 10" iCarly doll with funky fashions and hairstyles, and press Carly's necklace to hear her chat. 7/16/2010 (Price: $24.99)

YooHoo & Friends Holiday Carolers by AURORA WORLD INC.

These 5" bean-filled plush toys are available in four styles. When squeezed they sing three Christmas songs, including “Jingle Bells,” “Santa Clause is Coming toTown” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas." 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends Wintertime by AURORA WORLD INC.

These 8" plush toys come complete with candy cane color schemes. Each makes a sound, and the
candy cane embroidered on the tummy lights up when squeezed. 7/12/2010 (Price: $13.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends Halloween by AURORA WORLD INC.

These 5" bean-filled plush toys feature orange or dark purple color themes, and make sounds when squeezed. 7/12/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends "WannaBe" Pumpkin by AURORA WORLD INC.

This 5" bean-filled plush toy comes dressed as a pumpkin and makes spooky witch or laugh sounds when squeezed. 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends 5" Aspirations Cheerleader by AURORA WORLD INC.

YooHoo Aspirations plush toys wear detailed costumes and make fun sounds when squeezed. Pammee the Fennec Fox comes dressed as a cheerleader and is also available in an 8" version for $15.99. 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

YooHoo & Friends 5" Aspirations Soccer Player by AURORA WORLD INC.

YooHoo Aspirations plush toys wear detailed costumes and make fun sounds when squeezed. This plush bush baby comes dressed as a soccer player and is also available in an 8" version for $15.99. 7/12/2010 (Price: $8.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fruit Powered Clock by SCHYLLING

This 7" digital clock is powered by food, combining micro-electronic technology with the natural electrical potential of a fresh fruit. The kit includes an instruction booklet. 7/6/2010 (Price: $16.00)

Peek A Boo Jack in a Box by SCHYLLING

This classic Jack in the Box features hook and loop closure hands that allow him to play "Peek-A-Boo." He also plays "Pop Goes the Weasel."     7/6/2010 (Price: $20.50)

FURREAL FRIENDS Newborn Brown Bear Cub by HASBRO INC.

Kids can pet this cub to watch him “come alive,” blinking and reaching out. The bear figure comes with bottle accessory and three AAA batteries.
― As of 9.13.10, this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 1 review on Walmart.com and was listed as a top-rated plush toy. 7/6/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

FURREAL FRIENDS Newborn Lamb by HASBRO INC.

Kids can pet this lamb to watch him “come alive,” stretching out and wiggling his tail. He even makes a "baaa" sound when hungry. The lamb figure comes with bottle accessory and three AAA batteries. 7/6/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]