TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Remote Controlled Product Category

Hot Wheels Stealth Rides by MATTEL INC.

Mattel has launched the first foldable, credit car size, R/C cars - The Hot Wheels Stealth Rides. The line features five models, including Batman's Tumbler and 2 tanks. Stealth Rides are compact and fit perfectly into a child's pocket. At a push of a button, the cars transform into a remote-control vehicle.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum. ( Watch Video) 3/24/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

E-flite Blade SR Helicopter by O'REILLY MODEL PRODUCTS

E-Flite Blade SR is a single rotor collective pitch remote-controlled helicopter with LiPo battery and a Spektrum 2.4ghz radio. It is 100% factory-assembled, test-flown and ready-to-fly. Launch date: 2010. 3/19/2010 (Price: $199.99)

Duck Hunter Xtreme by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

In this 2 player interactive RC hunting game, player 1 takes flight control with full function RC Duck while player 2 takes aim at the Duck with safe infrared blaster. The Duck Hunter Xtreme takes 7 minute flights off a single charge and requires 3 direct hits to bring the duck down. Requires 6 AAA batteries for the controller and 3 AA batteries for the blaster. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Hogs R/C Vectron Wave by SPIN MASTER TOYS

The Vectron Wave is a hand-size UFO that is equipped with a state-of-the-art level sensor allowing the Vectron Wave to sense objects below it and thus automatically adjust its height accordingly to hover above them. With this built-in automatic level sensor, the Vector Wave does not need a remote control and is guided by a wave of your hand (or other object). Requires 1 LIPO battery (included) and 6 AA batteries (not included). Awards: Parent's Choice Award 2010
— "I thought this product was great and placed an order for it at the show, " Jeanette Lauture, owner of Aunt Jean's Toys & Treats, told TDmonthly at Toy Fair 2010. ( Watch Video) 2/15/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Imaginext Bigfoot the Monster by FISHER-PRICE INC.

FISHER-PRICE follows up its remote controlled Imaginext Spike the Ultra Dinosaur with the elusive yet irresistible Imaginext Bigfoot the Monster. Kids command Bigfoot with a foot-shaped remote, making him walk, flip, and express emotions. With just the press of a button, Bigfoot roars, snores, talks, eats, works out, and throws his ball. Launch date: June 2010.
— As of 1.07.2011 this product had 4.5 out of 5 stars on Target.com and was listed as one of the site's bestsellers. Pros: Durable; Interactive; Entertaining. 2/14/2010 (Price: $99.99)

Radio Control Model, Ford Shelby 500 Mustang Super Snake by AUTOTEC SALES INC

This is a 1/18 scale, full-function radio control model, in red and yellow colors assorted. It's a 2009 model Mustang, modified by Shelby, in the Supersnake version. Launch date: January 10, 2010. 2/11/2010 (Price: $34.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Torch Fire Truck by WORX TOYS INC.

The Torch Fire Truck lets children get a detailed look inside to see how it works. The Torch Fire Truck comes with an illustrated Howie Work’s adventure hardcover storybook that takes them through how each of the major parts work in real life. By pushing a simple, three-digit combination of buttons on the vehicle or the included Worx Storybook Transmitter, an infrared signal is sent to the Torch Fire Truck revealing a working engine, emergency lights, fire hose, and much more. Launch date: July 2011.
Awards: 2011 Creative Child Toy of the Year ( Watch Video) 1/6/2010 (Price: $65.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Speedster Race Car by WORX TOYS INC.

The Speedster Race Car lets children 6+ get a detailed look inside to see how it works.  The Speedster Race Car comes with an illustrated Howie Work’s adventure hardcover storybook that takes kids through how each of the major parts work in real life. Check out the working engine, transmission, steering and much more. The doors can be opened to get even closer to the action. Launch date: July 2011. ( Watch Video) 1/6/2010 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Air Hogs™ Accelerator by SPIN MASTER TOYS

This little flyer is equipped with micro air-engine technology and comes with a mini pump. It’s sized for smaller hands, making it ideal as a backyard flyer for a junior pilot.
— Two of 40 specialty retailers mentioned products from Spin Master when asked about best-selling hobby items in fall 2009. 11/9/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Tomy R/C Tarantula by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

This large, hairy spider comes with a remote control to direct its movement. For a realistic effect, each leg moves separately. It requires two AAA batteries.
— Fred Rosenberg, owner of On the Park in Kingwood, Texas, said in fall 2009 that these R/C Tarantulas are popular at his store.
— Two of 40 retailers mentioned International Playthings when answering a TDmonthly survey about best-selling R/C and hobby items. 11/9/2009 (Price: $34.99)

Elite Fleet™ Vertigo Helicopter - Sky Shark by KID GALAXY INC.

At 6” long, this tiny helicopter features a V-Wing design and can fly up to four or five minutes on a 20-minute charge. It has dual rotors and can be steered right or left while hovering. The charger/infrared controller requires six AA batteries (not included).
— Kazoo & Co. in Denver sells two dozen per month of Kid Galaxy’s helicopter, Owner Diana Nelson told TDmonthly in fall 2009.
— Two of 40 specialty retailers pinpointed Kid Galaxy’s helicopter as a hot-selling R/C item.
Per a March 15, 2010, letter from Feldman Law Group, P.C., of New York, N.Y., Interactive Toys claims this product infringes on U.S. Patent 7,204,453. 11/9/2009 (Price: $40.00)

Interactive R/C™ Demolition Derby Cars by KID GALAXY INC.

Doors and hoods dislodge and trunks open when these remote-controlled vehicles are smashed and crashed together. The unhinged parts can simply be pressed back into place. The cars require 2 AAA batteries and the remotes take 3 AAA batteries (not included).
— “We sell dozens and dozens of Kid Galaxy’s R/Cs,” Owner Joe Berardoni Sr. of Pun’s Toys in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly in fall 2009.
— Patti Tepper-Rasmussen, owner of Learning Tree Toys, Books & Games in Oklahoma City, told TDmonthly in fall 2009 that her store sells about four Demolition Derby items per month.
— Two of 40 specialty retailers pinpointed Demolition Derby as a hot-selling R/C item. 11/9/2009 (Price: $45.00)

Morphibians™ Explorer by KID GALAXY INC.

This four-wheel drive, remote-controlled vehicle can be navigated over land and on water. It has working headlights. The vehicle takes three AA batteries and the controller takes two AAA batteries (not included).
— J. Christopher Toys in Jonesboro, Ark., sold 68 Morphibians since August, Owner Mary Horne told TDmonthly in October 2009.
— Five of 40 retailers specifically named Morphibians as a best-selling R/C item in fall 2009. 11/9/2009 (Price: $30.00)

Full-Function R/C TMNT ATV Rider (Leonardo) by NKOK INC.

The NKOK TMNT line puts kids in the middle of the action with a collection of R/C vehicles and Race Sets. With the ATV Rider sets, Leo and Raph can settle their sibling rivalries with a fast-paced race through the sewers. Each ATV Rider comes with one ATV and either Raphael or Leonardo. Running on different frequencies, the ATV Riders are designed to make for an exciting race each time. Launch date: October 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

TMNT R/C Skateboarder (Raphael) by NKOK INC.

Raphael is the most assured martial artist of the group and this R/C vehicle follows in the same tradition. It is a full function R/C vehicle that is able to stop, turn and spin on a dime. It also features removable weapons and cool spinning action. "It is part of the only line of R/C vehicles featuring the ever-popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," Andrew Eugenio, intern at Productivity PR Inc., told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/29/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Halo 3 R/C Hornet by NKOK INC.

First seen in Halo 3, the AV-14 Attack VTOL Hornet is an indoor flying helicopter lifted by a pair of gyroscopic propellers. It features stability and precision speed control. Operated by a Tri-band infrared control selector, the Hornet can be switched from A to B to C bands to fly with two other Hornets simultaneously. The remote control is powered by six AA batteries and the Hornet itself runs on a rechargeable Li-Poly battery. "The Halo 3 R/C Hornet is faithful representation of the AV-14 Attack VTOL Hornet found in Microsoft's Halo Universe," Anthony Pinkett, account executive at Productivity PR, told TDmonthly. Launch date: October 2009. 10/5/2009 (Price: $34.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Halo 3 R/C Mongoose by NKOK INC.

The M274 Mongoose is a representation of the ATV used by the UNSC forces in Halo 3. Also included is a Master Chief figurine. A top speed of approximately 6 mph and receiving at 49 MHz will provide entertaining races with the Warthog. The Mongoose takes six batteries — four for the Mongoose itself and two for the remote control. Launch date: October 2009. 10/5/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Halo 3 R/C Warthog by NKOK INC.

The Warthog R/C car comes with a Master Chief and Blue Spartan figurine. The rear-mounted M41 Light Anti-Aircraft Gun turret is fully moveable and has a place to position one of the figurines. With a top speed of approximately 7 mph, the Warthog is the fastest R/C vehicle in the Halo collection, ideal for recreating the action from those late night Team Capture the Flag (CTF) matches. It receives signals at 27 MHz and is powered by a total of six AA batteries; four for the Warthog itself and two for the controller. "The Halo 3 R/C Warthog is a faithful representation of the M12 Warthog LRV found in Microsoft's Halo Universe," Anthony Pinkett, account executive at Productivity PR, told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2009. 10/5/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Two-Channel Mini RC Indoor Helicopter by D.HotLine

This ready-to-fly mini helicopter measures 10.5 cm x 3.5 cm x 8 cm and can travel up, down, left or right. It requires 15 to 25 minutes of charge time for 6 to 8 minutes of flying time. It comes with a 3.7 Li-polymer battery and requires a transmitter battery (6*AA 1.5V - not included). Launch date: August 10, 2009. 8/27/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Micro Green Machines™ by THUNDER ELECTRONICS

These solar-powered, remote-controlled vehicles measure about 2.5" in length and and are powered for 30 minutes of playtime when the micro solar panel in the roof is exposed to direct sunlight. The vehicles can also be charged from the controller. Car and SUV styles are available, and the racers can pop wheelies. Launch date: August 2009. 8/21/2009

Morphibians Rover by KID GALAXY INC.

With sleek lines and aggressive styling, the Morphibians Rover is ready to take on any terrain — pond or bath, carpet or lawn — with its heavy duty tire tread and amphibious vehicle technology.  The vehicle takes three AA batteries, the controller takes two AAA batteries, and the Rover runs at a 27MHz frequency.  Other Morphibians are available at 49MHz in order to accommodate two vehicles being driven at the same time. 
— “Our best-selling gift for boys is probably the Morphibians from Kid Galaxy, especially if a dad is shopping,” said Janet Gregory, owner of Over the Rainbow Toy Store in Anchorage, Alaska, in June 2009. 
— “Kid Galaxy's Morphibians have sold well for almost two years straight,” Joe Berardoni, owner of Pun's Toy Shop in Bryn Mawr, Pa., told TDmonthly in summer 2009.
— Of 47 retailers, four listed Morphibians as the top-selling gift for boys in early summer 2009. 7/21/2009

Super Hero Squad Mini I/R Series by SILVERLIT TOYS

Characterized with the Marvel "Super Hero Squad" team, this series features an infrared full-function remote control with A,B and C channel sector. It has miniature vehicles with stylish designs for collection, digital proportional control for precise turns and speed, and headlights. Launch date: August 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marvel Universe R/C Whip-It Series by SILVERLIT TOYS

Characterized with Marvel superheroes — Spider-Man, Wolverine and Captain America — this product features full-function radio control, a hinged body design to provide swinging action, light effects and high speed. Launch date: August 2009. 6/29/2009 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Ultimass Radio-Controlled D-Fly III Tiger Helicopter by EMIRIMAGE CORP.

With a three-channel remote, this tiger-striped RC helicopter features LED lights on the blades and tail and uses a lithium battery. 5/27/2009 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Star Wars R2-D2 Radio Control by HASBRO INC.

This 6” scale remote control R2-D2 replicates the spunky droid from “The Clone Wars” series. Using a remote with a “Star Wars” theme, kids can move R2-D2 forward or reverse, turn him around, spin his head and make his trademark beeps and whistles. Launch date: Fall 2009. 5/11/2009 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]