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

HAWS 3CH Mini Air Wolf Helicopter by AZ TRADING AND IMPORT

This helicopter features full-function, three-channel digital proportional radio control (left/right, forward/backward, hover and land), and real-life helicopter styling. It flies over 100 meters high, has two powerful 180 main motors plus an N20 tail motor, and boasts a newly designed super-strong crashworthy propeller. There is altitude and rotor speed control, as well as a flight stabilizing system and a brake for easy landing. The helicopter has a lightweight airframe and measures 7.8" L x 3.46" W x 6.61" H. Charge time is 20 minutes for 10 minues of play time, and the radius control range goes up to 60 meters (200'). Launch date: June 2008. 8/27/2008 (Price: $69.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Fishin' Buddy by AVIVA SPORTS

This 9.6V, 27 MHz remote-controlled boat can catch fish that weigh up to two pounds. Prop guards help prevent line tangles. Included are the RC boat and controller, telescoping retrieval hook, hook, botter and 2-lb. test line. A rechargable Ni-Mh attery and charger are also included. 7/8/2008 (Price: $49.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wacky Wheels by SMALL WORLD TOYS

These brightly colored remote-controlled vehicles have lots of moving parts, flashing headlights and sound. They can go forward, backward and even turn, offering lots of hands-on fun. The set includes a helicopter, train and car.
— “These remote vehicles are awesome for 2- to 4-year-old children,” Owner Jeanette Lauture of Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats in Montclair, N.J. said in summer 2008 about this best-seller in her store. “It’s challenging at times to offer something for a 2-year-old. I’ve been selling this item since we opened [in spring 2007].” 6/25/2008 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Carrera Go!!! Speed Racer 1:43 Scale Slot Car Race Set by CARRERA

The supercharged Mach 5 goes head-to-head with Racer X’s infamous #9 – Shooting Star – on a 1:43 scale. Fly down the track, careen around, over and through the competition, in this high-octane race set that includes almost 21 feet of track, a double loop, junction, flyover, lap counter, two turbo-speed controllers and the Mach 5 and Shooting Star cars. “Multi-generational fun,” Keith L. Strickland, a representative for Carrera Toys, emphasized to TDmonthly. “No matter whether you're a beginner, young racer, or young at heart, Carrera Toys' entertainment-licensed 1:43 scale GO!!! MarioKart and Speed Racer slot-car race sets have mass appeal.” This product won a Dr. Toy Award for Best Products for Summer 2008. Launch date: April 2008.
— "This toy was a huge hit in our household," said Sue Christensen, mother of four boys ages 6 to 14, all of whom participated in TDmonthly's Roundtable review of this product. "The kids were thrilled with Speed Racer from the moment they saw it in the box, through assembly and racing." 5/22/2008 (Price: $79.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Carrera Go!!! MarioKart 1:43 Scale Slot Car Race Set by CARRERA

Super Mario is participating in wild, incredible speed-duels on racetracks, battling to “crack lap records” against his archrival, Wario. “With top quality, durable tracks and cars and Carrera’s legendary Turbo speed controller, Carrera GO!!! is the ideal starter system for beginners, young racers and the young at heart,” Keith L. Strickland, a representative for Carrera Toys, told TDmonthly. Launch date: February 2007. 5/22/2008 (Price: $79.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iron Man Air Rage Microfighters by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

Iron Man themed Air Rage MicroFighters. The plane is designed with various Iron Man references all across the wing span and tail of the plane. These micro indoor/outdoor stunt planes include flight setting controls from beginner to expert, so one can start out slow and easy until comfortable with the more advanced settings allowing for faster dynamic capabilities. 5/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Iron Man BlackGhost Micro Indoor Helicopter by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

This Iron Man themed BlackGhost Micro Indoor helicopter shares the same color scheme (Red and Gold) as that of Iron Man. The BlackGhost has excellent control capability to move left, right, up, and down, and has a constant slow forward speed. It can be charged via the charge port found on the transmitter. 5/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HULK Air Rage Microfighters by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

Hulk themed Air Rage MicroFighters. The plane is designed with various Hulk references all across the wing span and tail of the plane. These micro indoor/outdoor stunt planes include flight setting controls from beginner to expert, so one can start out slow and easy until comfortable with the more advanced settings allowing for faster dynamic capabilities. 5/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

HULK BlackGhost Micro Indoor Helicopter by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

This Hulk themed BlackGhost Micro Indoor helicopter shares the green-colored theme as that of the Incredible Hulk. The BlackGhost has excellent control capability to move left, right, up, and down, and has a constant slow forward speed. It can be charged via the charge port found on the transmitter. The BlackGhost comes ready to fly and includes everything needed. 5/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

BladeRunner Series Micro Mosquito 3.0 by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

The latest addition to the mean Mosquito BladeRunner Series is this six legged, orange-eyed exceptional 3 channel flier. With cutting edge micro-motor technology and patented dual-rotor design, the Mosquito 3.0 is a precise and stable helicopter system. 5/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

i-Fly Hawk by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

The i-Fly Hawk continues in the iFly series. Based off of the similiarities of the i-Fly Vamp, this flier has a bird theme design with feather illustrations on the wings. 5/19/2008 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

i-Fly Wasp by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

The i-Fly Wasp features similiarities to the i-Fly Vamp with its realistic flapping wings that mimic the behavior of a bird or an insect, giving the eerie illusion that the toy is alive. The ingenious patented mechanism that alters the wing geometry allow the two-frequency device to climb, glide, descend, make turns without serious loss of height and fly freely and accurately for over ten minutes with just 20 to 30 minutes of charging. An R/C transmitter, a flight battery and instructions are included. No assembly is required. 5/19/2008 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Piloto Room Flyer RTF-Blue by REVELL

The lightweight Piloto can climb, descend and turn like a real plane, but is made of durable foam with a carbon fiber rod fuselage, allowing it to withstand crashes. The plane is safe for indoor use, and can fly for 10 minutes non-stop, controlled at a range of up to 100 feet. The 10-3/4” plane features a wingspan of 8-1/2”, two different frequencies and a two-channel controller with a built-in charger. 5/13/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Piloto Room Flyer RTF-Red by REVELL

The lightweight Piloto can climb, descend and turn like a real plane, but is made of durable foam with a carbon fiber rod fuselage, allowing it to withstand crashes. The plane is safe for indoor use, and can fly for 10 minutes non-stop, controlled at a range of up to 100 feet. The 10-3/4” plane features a wingspan of 8-1/2”, two different frequencies and a two-channel controller with a built-in charger. 5/13/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stunt Wingz Commander by EXCALIBUR ELECTRONICS

The remote-controlled plane comes with three frequencies and can fly and bank left and right. The durable and lightweight plane charges on the controller in 30 minutes for 15 minutes of flight. “No other remote-controlled airplane has this unique, motion-sensitive foam core design that, when in flight, banks left and right as you tilt the controller left and right,” Excalibur Electronics Senior Product Manager Meg Sahdala told TDmonthly. Launch date: May 2008. 4/28/2008 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Roll Out Command Optimus Prime by HASBRO INC.

Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots, utilizes Auto-Spin Conversion Technology to transform from vehicle to robot. He features a mouth that moves as well as sounds and speech from the Transformers cartoon. The product comes with a toy replica of the double-bladed power axe shown in the animated series. Launch date: Fall 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Remote Control Wallcrawler Spider-Man by HASBRO INC.

This remote-controlled Spider-Man uses vacuum-pump technology to move up and down walls. The toy comes with an infrared controller that children or adults simply wear on their wrist to tell Spidey where to go. Launch date: Fall 2008. 4/22/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

4-Channel Mini Radio Control Helicopter by D.HotLine

The helicopter measures 180mm in length and features a 175mm main rotor, two 1,215 strong-magnetic motors, a battery, a transmitter, a built-in gyro and a receiver. Launch date: February 28, 2008. 4/4/2008 (Price: $100.88) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

3-Channel Radio Control Helicopter Shuttle by D.HotLine

The helicopter measures 39cm L x 16cm H x 34cm W. It features three-channel controls, two 180 spec motors and a rechargeable battery. The helicopter can fly for approximately ten minutes and its transmitter can send signals as far as 50 meters. The helicopter can be flown outdoors or in large indoor areas. Launch date: February 28, 2008. 4/4/2008 (Price: $79.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

RC Bug by AZ TRADING AND IMPORT

The tiny helicopter can fly forward, backward or side-to-side. Users can control the helicopter easily using the remote control button. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mosquito MAV™ Helicopter by INTERACTIVE TOY CONCEPTS LTD.

This tiny helicopter is barely over 2.5" tall and just under 4" long. The Mosquito MAV (Micro Aerial Vehicle) is said to the be world's smallest flying helicopter and can ascend, descend, turn and hover within a 20 ft. range of the digital proportional remote control. Its lithium polymer battery affords up to seven minutes of flight after a five-minute charge. Launch date: 2008. 2/27/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Spykee Micro by MECCANO

This robot is a miniature of the original Spykee. It has a simple remote control and the ability to move forward, backward and turn 360 degrees. It comes in four colors. Launch date: Late 2007. 2/19/2008 (Price: $24.99)

Ducati Desmosedici by SILVERLIT TOYS

This 1:12-scale motorcycle with rider is designed with auto-stable technology in order to stay upright and lean into turns, simulating realistic driving action. It features spring suspension, digital proportional steering and speed control, a throttle-rate selector and a steering-trim-system. It operates on a 4.8V Ni-MH rechargeable battery and 27 MHz FM modulation radio control. 2/19/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Little Universe – Round Hound by KID GALAXY INC.

Kid Galaxy has launched the Little Universe category targeting kids ages 12 months and up. The premier toys in this category are the Round Hounds, a rolly, polly interactive puppy available in two breeds either Spaniel or Dalmatian. Each has crinkly, soft bendable ears that are soft to the touch. With off-centered wheels (paws) the pups walk clumsily and are programmed for “play-fetch” action. Give the puppy its toy slipper or ball and the Round Hound barks playfully, moves in 1 of 5 ways and then drops the toy for more! 2/14/2008 (Price: $24.99)

My First RC Dinos by KID GALAXY INC.

Kid Galaxy introduces My First RC Dinos! With animated loveable features the green Tyrannosaurus Rex and blue Triceratops bring prehistoric fun to life for little tots. Each spin when they are turned on. When the button on the Trilobite remote is pressed the Dinos go forward. At the same time, the Dinos’ mouth chomps, his legs move and his tail sways side to side. Simple function 1 button R/C enhances the fun for your little one.
— Geoff Pendexter, owner of Whirlygigs in Brentwood, N.H., told TDmonthly in a Fall 2012 survey that they sell about 6 of this item each month, making it a best selling hobby item in their store. 2/14/2008 (Price: $22.99)