ThinkGeek’s Black Stealth 3-Channel R/C Helicopter is a fun way to start flying, but if you really want to be in control, then check out their Micro R/C 4-Channel Flying Saucer.
Described as “the smallest, most sophisticated R/C flying vehicle around”, it gives you control over altitude, direction and rotation, and features a solid-state accelerometer that senses tilt on two axes and adjusts the power of each propeller to keep the Flying Saucer rock solid in the sky.
In addition, a built in automatic trim means no trim dials or buttons to adjust, so you just power-cycle the remote before you begin to fly, and the Flying Saucer references the accelerometer to auto trim itself.
If you like the idea of papercraft, but don’t have the skills necessary to pull off some of the more advancedprojects, then check out Eric Wiryanta (aka Thunder Panda)’s collection of papercraft toys.
Each of the cute little figures is easy to make, but the results are still rather impressive, so you’ll have an army of pugs, robots and space wanderers adorning your desk before you know it.
I’ve played with one of these small R/C copters before, so I can vouch for the fun that can be had with one of them, but ThinkGeek’s Black Stealth 3-Channel R/C Helicopter looks like it opens up a whole new world of possibilities with full 3-channel control.
Unlike most small R/C copters (like the one that I played with) which can only be controlled on two channels (up and down and rotate right and left), the ThinkGeek copter gives you full 3 channel control over up and down, rotate right and left, and move forwards and backwards.
In addition to the extra channel of control, the ThinkGeek copter features a dial trim adjuster (rather than the buttons that you find on most copter controls) for precise trim adjustments, and counter-rotating blades for amazing hover ability and stability.
The copter charges in just 10 minutes, and you get a full 7 minutes of play time out of a single charge, so you’ll never be left empty handed, and you can even change channels and fly with a friend, since each features two different channels that you can program it to.
For a toy that’s guaranteed to scare little children (and the cops, so you probably don’t want to bring this one outside) check out Sideshow Collectibles’ Big Baby Life-Size Prop Replica from Hellboy II: The Golden Army.
Featuring six removable shells and a musical wind-up feature that plays the tune Lullaby and Goodnight, it weighs a full 35 lbs., and looks just like the real deal.
Just be careful: It might be designed to slay the Golden Army, but at $750, it’s your wallet that’s going to need defending.
How about a remote controlled tank that can transform into an assault boat, fire BBs up to 30 meters, and deliver four beers in the process?
Sounds like a winner to me!
The Amphibious Tank from Danbar Toys might not be the safest way to entertain yourself on a lazy beach side afternoon, but who said anything about fun being safe?
Didn’t get enough Steve Jobs in your life yesterday?
Then make your own!
Toy-A-Day is a year-long project where the creator will be constructing and posting a new paper toy from a basic template each day for one year, and to help celebrate iDay, he created a little Steve Jobs that comes with his own iPhone and iPod.
Simple print it out, fold it up, and display it for all your friends to see.
A lack of a neck makes it difficult to show off the trademark turtleneck in this mini mock-up, but considering the fact that this is an accurate representation of his Steviness, you can trust that it’s in there somewhere.
How do you make the world’s most expensive Hot Wheels car?
Easy: Cast it in 18-karat white gold, and cover it with 2,700 jewels weighing nearly 23 carats.
This “toy” was created by Jason the Jeweler, and celebrates Hot Wheels’ 40th anniversary, as well as the production of their 4 billionth car. Blue diamonds take the place of paint, white and black diamonds take the place of the engine, red rubies take the place of the tail lights, and black diamonds create the “red line” tires. Even the custom case has 40 additional white diamonds in it, with one for each year in the “legacy of Hot Wheels”.
Though $140k for a car with zero horsepower is probably a bit much, the proceeds go to a good cause, so I’m sure someone is going to be a happy Hot Wheels owner soon enough.
Here’s a cute gift for the holiday season that will finally settle the pirates vs. ninjas debate.
These inflatable, R/C pirate and ninja wrestlers move forwards, backwards, and turn on a dime, allowing you to battle until one is knocked over and the other is declared a victor.
Today must be your lucky day, because ArtForRobots.com has created a line of Cheap Ass Toys for the DIYer. Just print, fold and assemble for hours of fun.
Whether you choose the Poseable Paper Pope, or my personal favorite, the Poseable Paper David Hasselhoff, you’re guaranteed tons of fun with either of these.
Just don’t make both, or you might never come back form your paper filled dream world.
Didn’t get enough Steve Jobs in your life yesterday?
