This radio-controlled car allows you to “paint” its path using a handheld infrared tracker – a feature that brought a lot of attention when the toy was displayed at the Hong Kong Toy Fair earlier this year.

The remote aims an infrared beam “dot” on the floor, and you can aim it anywhere. The IR Tracker race car instantly recognizes and “follows” the red dot.

Features Overview

• Handheld controller sends infrared light beam to the ground “magic dot”
• Vehicle seeks out the infrared light beam and redirects itself and chases the “magic dot”
• The “magic dot” can be as much as 5 feet ahead of car and car will still follow
• Complete with rechargeable batteries with up to 20 minutes running time
• Assembled easily and quickly (a full set of assembly and operating instructions are included)
• 90-day warranty from RichardSolo.com

Technical Specifications

• Car power source: Supplied with 7.2V rechargeable battery and compatible charging unit
• Remote control power source: 2 AA batteries (not included)
• Car measures: 9″ x 7″ x 3.5″
• Remote control measures: 6.5″ x 4″ x 6.5″

The Infrared Tracker Remote Control Car is available from RichardSolo.com for $49.95.

(GadgetGrid via OhGizmo)

The R2-D2 Whizzwatch time killer/time teller combo allows you to control a mini action figure of the popular Star Wars droid using a special wristwatch IR transmitter.

The geek-tastic R2-D2 Whizzwatch is a timepiece with a difference because R2-D2 is attached to its strap. Simply unclip the legendary astromech droid, pop him on your desk and use the buttons on the watch to move him around.

Although not quite as informative as everyone’s favourite overweight glob of grease, the watch itself has buttons to help you scroll through a variety of digital readouts, and you can switch between 12/24 hour displays.

The R2-D2 Whizzwatch is available from Firebox for £19.95 (about $36 USD).