October 2011 Notable Toys — Remote Controlled

Air Hogs Hyperactives Pro R/C Vehicle has ultimate control in micro scale performance. Reach scale speeds of over 450 mph. 2.4 ghz radio frequency communication for hobby inspired performance. Multi band for challenging friends. Up to 10 vehicles can run at once. Foam tires for maximum traction,and stability. Wide stance, and dune buggy inspired design enhance speed and stunt performance. Pistol grip controller charger for precision control and ultimate performance.
— As of 10/18/2011 this product had 5 out of 5 stars from 3 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Fast; easy to use; high quality.

These helium-filled shark balloons are remote controlled to "swim" through the air. The infrared remote functions include climb, descend, and tail fin control. Up to a 40 ft range. 57 inches long, 36 inches high.
— As of 10/14/2011 this product had 2.8 out of 5 stars from 19 reviews on ToysRUs.com. Pros: Visually striking. Cons: Difficult to assemble; flimsy; does not stay inflated very long.
— Mike McCollum, owner of Learning Express in Hoover, Ala., told TDmonthly in November 2011 that Air Swimmers are becoming one of his best selling flying toys. He said that since September 2011, he has sold 16 of the sharks and 7 of the clown fish.

Infrared control flying spaceman with twin rotor propulsion, bright diode lights and ultralite micro components. "We haven't seen another item that is similar to this one," Ernie Wong, president of Master Toys & Novelties, Inc., told ITDmonthly. Launch date: January 2011.