Filed under: Misc. Gadgets, Transportation

We came for the car, we stayed for the promoter. Takara Tomy’s previously announced AeroSpider RC car, which mystically scales walls and cruises upside-down, is finally shipping this month in Japan. Cool though that may be, the real news here is the overgrown 4-year old used to show off just how amazing this minuscule vehicle truly is. Head on past the break to see what we mean — trust us, we wouldn’t lead you on like this for nothing.

[Thanks, Clyde]

Continue reading Takara Tomy’s wall-climbing AeroSpider RC car ships this month

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Filed under: Misc. Gadgets

Now here’s a novel concept. Takara Tomy’s BankQuest is half piggy bank, half old school RPG. Essentially, gamers / penny pinchers can purchase items to help them fend off pixelated ogres and the like by saving more money. The more coinage that gets deposited, the better the journey becomes. So, do you get some kind of prize when you cash it all out to buy your mum something nice, or what?

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Filed under: Portable Audio

Sometimes it’s best to not ask why. In the case of the Tomy Hi-Kara, which they claim is the world’s smallest karaoke machine (unless others have something to say about it), we will simply list off some specifications and dimensions then allow you to judge amongst yourselves, because, really, yeah. The Hi-Kara measures just 2.75 x 2.75 x 2.75-inches in a cube format with a 2.4-inch screen that displays lyrics and happy fun animations. You have to download songs onto a proprietary cartridge from the Hi-Kara website. Finally, a headset / microphone serves microphone and listening duties for up to two people. It comes in white and pink. There you have it. We’ll be over here.

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Filed under: Robots

The always jam-packed ROBO-ONE competition in Japan was more heated than ever this year, with bi-ped robots tackling others and ripping them limb from limb. Okay, so maybe that’s somewhat of a stretch, but you can rest assured some serious throw downs, um, went down. Interestingly enough, we heard that an i-SOBOT competition was also included (infighting, anyone?), and that the Maru family’s King Kizer took home the gold. That’s all well, fine and good, but we know what you’re after — take a (long) look at the hundreds of photos waiting in the read link below.

[Via MAKE]

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Filed under: Misc. Gadgets

Takara Tomy’s Walkiebits sure caused quite a stir when they first landed a few years back, and now the firm is cranking out another variation that’s sure to be a holiday favorite. The slew of new Rhythmbits arrive in a variety of vivid colors, measure in at just 1.85-inches in length, sport interchangeable shells and bust a plethora of moves when they hear music. These little bundles of fun are set to take Japan by storm later this week for ¥1,575 ($14) apiece.

[Via NewLaunches]

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Office Depot Featured Gadget: Xbox 360 Platinum System Packs the power to bring games to life!

Filed under: Robots

If you thought an introductory video was enthralling, wait till you check this out. Waziwazi was able to get some time alone with Takara Tomy’s i-SOBOT, and while a thorough review would’ve certainly been enough, those folks went the extra mile and videoed quite a bit of the creature acting up. Reviewers found the bot to be “hilarious and easy to operate,” and while they weren’t exactly keen on the infrared remote, it was said to be “awesome fun” nonetheless. Of course, we aren’t asking you to take our word for it, so head on over to the read link for a fairly in-depth review complete with box shots and lots of in-action video.

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Office Depot Featured Gadget: Xbox 360 Platinum System Packs the power to bring games to life!

Filed under: Robots

We know, you’re actively looking for ways to stay calm and patiently await the arrival of your US-bound i-SOBOT, so we’re thrilled to pass along an introductory video to tide you over. The clip goes through and lists everything that comes bundled in with the bot itself, and the animated creature also shows off a few moves, phrases and modes. Granted, we hold a special place in our heart for any miniature mech designed to handle full-fledged somersaults and shamelessly rock out with an air guitar, but we’re pretty sure you’ll enjoy the vid, too. Go on, it’s waiting after the break.

Continue reading Introductory video shows off i-SOBOT’s features

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Office Depot Featured Gadget: Xbox 360 Platinum System Packs the power to bring games to life!