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The new toy robot “Robini – i” introduced by the South African company Robonica is going on sale end of september for $250. The robot will first be sold at specific stores such as Amazon.com, ToysRUs.com, Schwartz and Fry’s. The kit also includes base stations, gaming cards, remote control and hubs to arrange multiplayer gaming areas. With this robot you can connect to online community […] Read More
Lego is officially launching the next version of its famous robotics kit Mindstorms NXT as of August 1st.The pre-selling already started on July 1st on a few websites such as Amazon.com. The updated kit has a bigger number of elements – now 619 pieces – and 4 new robotic models. Additional touch sensor and a long awaited color sensor are also included in the new […] Read More
A new robot baby seal has been developed by a Japanese company called Therapeutic Robots, and has been shown to public at the recent Las Vegas Tech exposition.The machine’s whole body is covered with sensors that will enable it to understand all touching by its owner. Its AI also enables it to remember the previous experiences, as well as recognizing its given name. There are […] Read More
The humanoid robot toy I-Sobot has just cut its price to $100…Last year’s price was $300. For this price, the robot has an amazing 17 servo motors, voice command recognition, 200+ word vocabulary, gyro sensor, preprogrammed moves such as karate moves and dancing with sound effects. In the video below, you can see how thr robot shoots an arrow to smash its target…. Read More
World’s smallest humanoid toy robot has been unveiled in Japan by Tomy Co. The robot is able to operate for 5 minutes on a 30 minute charge and can find its way through mazes, and there is also a remote controlling option. The price is $35. For more, please visit the link below. Reference: crunchgear.com/2008/10/15/robo-q-tomy-unveils-thumb-sized-walking-robot/ Read More
Robot toy cycler has been unveiled by Japan’s Murata Manufacturing. The robot is able to balance itself on one wheel and at the same time can detect obstacles with its sensor in order to move around them. The robot will be improved to move in every direction freely. For original story, please click below. Reference: channel4.com/news/articles/world/japanese+robot+has+peddle+power/2473662 Read More
The recently announced female robot by WowWee is now on sale. Femisapien, sells currently on online store for about $100. The robot toy includes many tricks, such as singing, dancing, chatting and can be programmed into movements up to 80 steps long. Please click here for more. Read More
WowWee is releasing a new toy robot called Wrex. It has four modes: Free Roam, Guard, Demonstration and Program. In the guard more he checks on any intrudes with its sensors and barks at them. In free roam mode, he autonomously explores the room by also avoiding obstacles. The demo mode shows its tricks and finally the program mode allows you to program steps to […] Read More
The new robot crab that has just been released seems to have much more capabilities than its cheap price suggests. It is able to respond to its environment by avoiding obstacles, respond to hand clapping or loud banging sound by running away. It is also capable of responding to light by moving toward darker spots. Read more here. Reference: cnet.com Read More
FlyTech(™)Butterfly Offers an Introduction to Flight for Novice Flyers HONG KONG, March 17, 2008, Just in time for spring, WowWee, an Optimal Group company (NASDAQ:OPMR), has announced the launch of FlyTech™ Butterfly, an elegant flying wonder designed for girls and butterfly lovers alike. Taking imaginative play to the skies, FlyTech Butterfly features graceful flight patterns found in nature and exquisite design and colors. For both […] Read More