This radio-controlled airplane/kite that runs 10 to 15 minutes on a rechargeable battery with a four-function controller has 14 LED lights for night soaring and receives the birthday-boy seal of approval. HuaiXing is known for its lightweight, cutting-edge RC aircraft, and the Air Kite is no exception. Salesperson Darlene Serville at the Memphis, Tenn., Toys “R” Us thinks this would be a big seller: “We have a lot of guys who like the radio-controlled airplanes, but sometimes they’re too complicated for the kids.”

“Kids” can create radio-controlled, rumbling robots and pit up to six of them against each other at a time, thanks to six interchangeable RC frequencies. Working with sturdy, yet flexible interlocking Uberstix components, builders utilize physics, engineering and creative skills to design robots that can trounce their opponents. In the heat of battle, UberBots employ jabs and hooks and even speak preprogrammed Japanese phrases designed to conquer all foes. Knocking down an opponent three times is a win. Then the fighters retire to redesign their Bots and devise another unbeatable strategy for victory. The 621 kit includes two UberBots, 250 Uberstix pieces, two remote controls, two flags, 14 rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries, two chargers and building instructions.
— These Japanese-speaking robotic construction toys received a TDmonthly Top Toy 2007 award for many reasons: the scientific knowledge they invite in construction and redesign, their RC capability to fight multiple robots at one time, the creativity and inventiveness required when reprogramming the UberBots, and the signature, interlocking Überstix parts that make up their distinctive structure. Finally, Überstix are made from recycled plastic and can be combined with other building toys, setting their kits on a higher plane than other construction toys.

This tiger-striped plane features SharkSkin durable foam construction to withstand hard-impact landings, a battery pack that provides up to 15 minutes of flying time, and Shark Jaw Wings that create high-velocity propulsion. It comes with an advanced radio-control remote and is for experienced flyers.

The sleek silver and green, dual-winged Hyper Flyer is a radio-controlled stunt plane that can perform amazing aerial stunts including loops and barrel rolls. The plane can dive, roll and spin, and take off from the ground. It can perform touch-and-go stunts for fast land-to-air take off. With its state-of-the-art charger, the Hyper Flyer is ready for aerial action in just five minutes. It is constructed from virtually indestructible EPP foam. This product is a 2007 Creative Child Toy of the Year Award winner.
— “All of the new items from Kid Galaxy were great,” Idanna Smith, owner of Juggles in Wakefield, R.I., told TDmonthly about Toy Fair 2007.

The palm-size Xtreme Micro Copter is the smallest and lightest RC helicopter in the world. It charges directly from the controller for up to 12 minutes of flight on a single charge. It’s made of lightweight but durable polypropylene foam and features an auto-stability system for indoor flying. It comes ready to operate. The Xtreme Micro Copter has been a best seller for Michelle Deutschmann since she brought it into Kaleidoscope Toys in Falmouth, Mass., in November 2006.
― Thunder Electronics is “special and different, and price points are really good,” Owner Susan Pruett of Kilmarnock Toy Store in Kilmarnock, Va., told TDmonthly in spring 2007.

The BlackGhost provides cutting-edge technology in the palm of the hand. It has excellent control capability with left, right, up and down directions and a constant slow forward speed. Users charge the BlackGhost using the built-in charge port on the transmitter. The BlackGhost does not require assembly and comes ready to fly with the following: IR transmitter, flight battery, charging station and instructions. Two frequencies are available. The product offers the “most stable flight on the market [and the] most control available in this class,” Gene Khasminsky of Interactive Toy Concepts told TDmonthly. Launch date: April 2007.

The Newest Indoor RC with the Cutting Edge Technology has Arrived! These micro indoor/outdoor stunt plane rule the room! With flight setting control from beginner to expert, MicroFighters give the pilot the option of starting out slow and easy, and then cranking it up to expert for fast dynamic indoor fun!

The Polaris Sportsman 800 runs on grass, dirt, gravel, sand, pavement and carpet! It’ll even run through shallow water. It’s a durable go anywhere ATV just like the real thing! Check out its cool switchable drive train, you can go for low gear torque or blazing high-speed performance.

The two-channel Firefly is the world's smallest, most stable and lightest indoor helicopter. The future of RC fits in the palm of your hand. The Firefly continues ITC's tradition of groundbreaking products and market-penetrating presentation.

The world’s most stable surveillance helicopter, the Recon is equipped with high-res imaging technology that sends streaming live video directly to the 2.2” transmitter screen. The helicopter features a stable rotor system and flies quietly in all directions with three-channel digital control. And additional USB port allows for image upload and memory expansion capability. It requires 8 AA batteries. Launch date: Fall 2007.

The Micro Mosquito is the world's smallest, most stable and lightest indoor helicopter. The future of R/C fits in the palm of your hand with this high-tech chopper. This miniature helicopter flies up, down, left, right, forward and reverse. It comes ready to fly and includes an R/C transmitter, a flight battery, a charger and instructions. Two frequencies are available. It requires a 9V battery for the transmitter and 6 C batteries for the charger. The Micro Mosquito was named a Computer Times Editor's Choice Toy in March 2007. Launch date: Spring 2006.

This futuristic-looking vehicle is powered by a single rear wheel that is a complex treaded ball, referred to by its makers as a “sphere drive.” The body is engineered with a controllable joint that allows the Terrainiac to pivot or twist like a human torso. The results are radical turns at high speeds as its high-torque electric motor drives the vehicle over practically any sort of terrain. The hollow sphere drive helps provided buoyancy and locomotion when the vehicle takes to the water. “The Terrainiac is truly all-terrain, reaching speeds up to 10 miles per hour on asphalt, dirt, grass, sand and water,” Kerry Vance at GolinHarris told TDmonthly. Launch date: Summer 2007.

This blazing-fast, four-wheel drive marine car runs on the ground and on grass, sand, ice and even water. It’s a remote-controlled all-terrain 4x4 and a speedboat in one. The waterproof wireless radio handset can be used up to 70' from the vehicle, which can do 360-degree spins. The product features twin turbo props and precision grip wheels, and comes with a 9V battery and pack. Launch date: October 1, 2006.
— “Our neat stuff is geared to the younger crowd — 15 and under — but I’ve got to tell you, in a lot of cases, dad and son wind up fighting about who's going to use that particular stunt car. There's a child in all of us,” President Sal Irigoyen of Odyssey Marketing told TDmonthly.

Kids who've dreamed of turning their robots into helicopters can now do it with the touch of a button. The Robo Copter can be driven on the ground or flown in the big blue yonder with the aid of a remote-control. Launch date: Fall 2007.

This product has cool all-terrain styling, oversized wheels, detailed hub caps and a sporty front bumper, as well as two forward and one reverse gear, and auto-lock brakes for safety. It is the first ride-on with a remote control that allows parents to stop the vehicle. The Dominator stops automatically at the push of a button, and when it is out of RC range. The remote control is a nice feature for parents who are used to “following behind [their children] in sort of a zig-zag fashion” when their kids are learning to ride, VP of Sales Peter Lowe of AMAV Enterprises told TDmonthly. He added that parents, especially while shopping in specialty stores, “can stop and focus on the safety feature” and really understand how it works. Launch date: March 1, 2007.

This is the Swiss Army Knife of metal detectors ... or is it the Transformer of radio-controlled vehicles? It’s two products in one. The ATV RTR Metal Detector Vehicle is a cool dune buggy kinda thing that races off all-terrain, guided by the whims of the kid controlling it. It also has a metal detector built in (good down to 10”) for finding coins, cans and buried treasure. Kids can take it to the beach and zoom around, and when it beeps, dig. A couple of plastic digging tools complete the set.

This Hummer is remote controlled and fast, but also features hydraulic shocks that bounce into action when certain buttons on the remote are pressed. The product is great for on- and off-road action, and can turn into a low rider with dropped suspension. It measures about 15” long, has front headlights that light up, and comes with a fully functional remote that allows it to move forward, in reverse and to the left and right.

This radio-controlled vehicle is equipped with LED lights for ultimate realism and to match the accurate body decals and molding.
— “Accurate reproduction of the real-life counterpart and our [commitment to making] the finest products in the world contribute to the most ultimate realism of our products,” Larry Chen, marketing coordinator for Tamiya, told TDmonthly. “The vehicle is pre-built and pre-painted out of the box, and the radio system is included. The only required items are a 7.2V battery and AA batteries for the transmitter.” Launch date: September 2006.

Skate Ranger is America’s latest super-hero. This unique remote-controlled action-figure toy follows in the exciting and enormously successful tradition of Superman, Batman, Spider Man, and the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. This roller-blading, body-gyrating, dare-devil action figure is great for kids aged from 4 to 12. According to  Jonatan Domatov of Skate Ranger Action Figures, “Kids love it.” Launch date: 2006.

Capable of reaching speeds of up to 18 mph, the radio-controlled flying insect features an ultra-light, dual-wing design and crash-resistant structure. It flaps its wings like a real insect and can take off from any smooth surface and soar, dive-bomb, hover and glide. The motion of the flapping wings can keep the bug aloft for up to 15 minutes.The futuristic bug also features multifaceted LED eyes, two pairs of fluttering wings, a powerful tail rotor and an elongated body that fits in the palm of one’s hand.

RC ART's first patented Radio-Controlled Art product is this ladybug-shaped toy that draws on art surfaces using markers, crayons or chalk that are snapped into it. Using the controller, kids create colorful art by steering the turns and spins of the motorized Color Bug — a fun, action-packed toy. Accessories include interchangeable shells and an inexpensive play pad with integrated walls. This product “introduces a new toy category to the market — Radio-Controlled Art. [It] fills the gap for girls in the radio-controlled toy genre,” President Gwen Austin Yuffa of RC ART told TDmonthly. Children can customize it with the pink bug or racing bug shells, she added. Launch date: Fall 2007.
—  As of 05/13/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 1 review on Amazon.com.

This radio controlled vehicle masters all terrain types, from land to sea to air. Storm Launcher comes ready to fly; no assembly required. 

The first remote-controlled video camera toy directs the Spy Video Car with infrared night vision and headset display and films in real-time video. It works up to 75' away.

This control pad is a center for cooperative play. Using the control pad, up to four drivers can engage in play in the Rokenbok remote control play/fun system. It teaches cooperative play skills, and offers the same fun as other model vehicular play systems. Treehouse Toys in Portsmouth, N.H. is proud to carry this product, according to owner Kathleen Tutone.

Marklin has been the leader in train models for the last 15 years. Their American Prototype line brings America’s age of railroads back to life with true-to-life details and exciting innovations. The Starter Set is based on actual New York Central System (NYC) train and comes complete with a diesel locomotive, freight train, transformer, mobile control, track layout, hardware, and detailed book of instructions and tips. With headlights and realistic sound effects, this train is sure to bring any fan back to the time of rail travel. The high-efficiency propulsion and digital control give plenty of control over the train’s movements.