The Silverlit toy manufacturer has now released a pink version of their mega popular Picoo Z remote-controlled 2 channel indoor micro helicopter.

Other than the color, the flying toy is exactly the same as the original Picoo Z helicopters. Here’s a video demonstration of the chopper in action:

The body is made out of durable EPP, but we’re sure, like driving, girls will make better flyers than us boys so it probably won’t be as good a feature. It takes about 20 minutes to charge and you should get 10 minutes flying time.

The Picoo Z Pinki is available from Red5 for £19.95 (about $40 USD).

These Star Wars plush dolls have been available in the shape of Darth Vader, Chewbacca and Yoda for a while now. Soon you will also be able to get your hands on an Imperial Stormtrooper model.

This Stormtrooper Plush stands approximately 7-inches tall and features an enormous head disproportioned from his regular body.

The Star Wars Stormtrooper Super Deformed Plush ($12.99) is estimated to arrive in July 2008 over at Entertainment Earth.

It looks like the American toy company Hasbro will release a Hulk version of the classic Operation physical skills game. Incredible news, don’t you think?

Can you fix Hulk up without setting him off? Toxic Gas, Betty Butterflies and other ailments are really getting under Hulk’s green skin. He’s your patient, so grab your tweezers! Are you skillful and brave enough to make him better without making him mad?

Earn money by successfully removing funatomy parts. But don’t set off the buzzer, or Hulk’s eyes will glow green and he’ll howl and growl. When the parts are out and Hulk is healed, the richest doctor wins!

Hasbro has currently no info on price or availability for this Hulk game.

(Via Toyology)

This radio controlled tank fires 6mm BB bullets up to 30 meters (33 yards) and runs on land and in the water, giving you twice the R/C fun for the price of one. Simply push a button and you will transform the toy from a speedy powerboat to an armored tank.

With the ability to safely drive across land and water there is now almost nowhere you can’t go. The tank has also been fitted with a forward facing turret that fires 6mm BB bullets up to 30 metres. The left and right wheels are controlled separately giving greater speed and the ability to turn 360° quickly. At the front are two LED headlights for night assaults and a red light mounted above the turret gives a short warning before firing.

Not only is this the greatest remote controlled fighting machine but it can also carry 4 standard cans on it’s back. So when your friends need drink supplies, whether it be in the garden, the pool or the ocean, you can deliver them in style.

Features:

• Transforms from Powerboat to Tank
• Fires 6mm BB Bullets
• 4 wheel drive
• 360° spins

The Amphibious R/C Tank measures 140(H) x 245(L) x 200(W) mm and is available from drinkstuff.com for £39.99 (about $81 USD).

We have seen some strange flying radio controlled toys before, like the Vampire Bat and the Bee, but this bug is probably the weirdest one so far.

The colorful 6-inch long insect flies around using two helicopter blades on its back. The controller doubles as a charger, allowing you to fly around for five minutes after 30 minutes of charging time.

The Mecha-Chu HeliBug is availalbe from GeekStuff4U for about $52.

(Via technabob)

You can now get the classic Hangman paper and pencil guessing game as a plastic toy – kind of like the Etch A Sketch Pen, but the other way around.

The aim of the game is to save the man from the noose by guessing the Hangman’s phrase but be quick – with every wrong guess the Hangman can build another part of the gallows.

The Hangman 3D is available from Bluw for £9.99 (about $20 USD).

(Via Nerd Approved)

Did you enjoy the Gremlins Plush Gizmo Backpack? Then you might also be interested in this cute little mumming Gizmo plush toy.

1984 was the year when the world was made aware of the existence of the Mogwai* A small creature with a cuteness factor of 10000+ … … and, unfortunately, also some quite nasty surprises if certain rules were not followed.

Especially Gizmo adored the world as the über cute “furball” that first didn’t want any trouble but then took up the fight against its less cute offspring.

You can now have your own Gizmo at home, where he will sit and rock from side to side, humming his little song everytime you give him attention.

Here’s video of the little creature humming a tune:

The Humming Gizmo measures 29 x 18 cm and requires 2 x AA batteries. The toy is available from Gadgets.dk for 229 DKK (about $45 USD).

Remember the Rules

• Don’t ever get him wet.
• Keep him away from bright light.
• Never feed him after midnight.

This radio controlled amphibious vehicle runs on land and in the water, giving you a double amount of R/C fun for the price of one.

It features a cool metallic finish and it is equipped with 4 wheel drive and fully working headlights. And for what it’s worth, the product has won the Dr. Toy Best Vacation Toy and the Oppenheim Gold Award.

The Remote Control Morphibian Land Shark measures 7.25(L) x 5.5(W) x 5.5(H) inches and requires 2 x AAA batteries plus 3 x AA batteries. It’s available from the Discovery Channel Store for $24.95.

Tired of all those tiny radio controlled helicopters and planes that have become so popular lately? Want to try out something bigger? Here’s your chance.

This black and red 1:6 scale Hummer H3 with chrome details will certainly stand out from the crowd with its impressive 30 inches in length.

Here’s a video demonstration of the toy in action:

The vehicle features functioning headlights, tail lights and signals along with realistic engine sounds. A full function radio transmitter controls forward / reverse driving and left / right steering and features a 4 band frequency switch for multi-player racing.

The 1:6 R/C FF Hummer H3 is available for $80 from Kmart.com.

Most of the levitation gadgets we’ve covered here at GeekAlerts have had some kind of useful functionality – a photo frame, an earth globe etc.

But the only purpose of this Cherry Wood Levitron is for you to have fun and be able to impress your friends, which is usually more than enough.

The classiest Levitron yet! High-tech design uses adjustable legs for easy leveling. Incorporates the most powerful rare earth magnets available! Unique base design amazes onlookers as the high-flying top levitates mysteriously above the opening in the center.

Here’s a video demonstration of this cool looking toy:

Levitron Omega now features a new powerful Neodymium magnet! Spin the top and watch it float—the LEVITRON spins and surfs on magnetic waves! Pass your hand above, underneath and around the top. It will continue to spin and float—only touching air! A challenge to master, a miracle to behold—the LEVITRON is an interactive puzzle which provides hours of entertainment. The more you practice, the longer you will be able to get the top to float.

The wooden Levitron is available at Science eStore ($40) and Amazon ($32).

If you think the High-Tech Sledge is a little over your budget, you might want to consider this Porsche Design winter toy as an eye-catching alternative.

The Porsche Kinderbob has a silver base color and details in red. It features handlebars, damping, metal runners and a horn. This bobsled is available for €77.35 (about $115 USD) from the Porsche Design website.

(I4U News via Tech Digest)

This may very well be the coolest radio controlled toy we have covered at GeekAlerts so far – this robot speaks, drives on land and flies in the air.

This R/C toy does it all, you can even charge your USB devices with the included XPV battery system. The remote triggers user-controlled speaking and missile sounds. For added effect, when the robot speaks, its eyes light up.

Here’s a video demonstration to give you a better idea:

Capable of performing amazing aerial stunts. Flight range of over 300 feet. Flies up to 30 MPH and over 20 stories. New, super-light stealth styling inspired by real stealth planes. Twin turbo engine design. Made with impact resistant material. Includes first aid vehicle repair kit. Detachable blaster included. 2 Channel controller.

The robot is available in two versions at Amazon:

• XPV R.A.D. Robotic Air Defense Red 27 MHz ($64.99)
• XPV R.A.D. Robotic Air Defense Blue 49 MHz ($64.99)

(Via Toyology)

After having been used as a chandelier, telephone and a putter, it is finally time to let the classic spaceship rest in piece at a Trekkie’s home near you.

This replica of the USS Enterprise from Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan features over 15 sounds and lights from the movie.

Just press the bridge to activate the lights and sounds (or hold it in for 5 seconds to cycle through all of them). The bridge, nacelles, impulse engines, and deflector dish all light up too. And just to prove how great a toy this is, have you ever heard another toy say, “From Hell’s heart, I stab at thee”??

There’s no video of the product, but maybe this awesome Master Replica USS Enterprise clip will give you an idea of what to except – let’s hope so at least:

The Star Trek TWOK Enterprise replica is available for $39.99 at ThinkGeek.

Robocopter is an indoor R/C helicopter with a different approach. Here you’re controlling a spaceman with a helicopter jet pack strapped to his back.

Here’s a video demonstration of the radio controlled toy:

The Robocopter’s charger has a unique peak detection circuitry that ensures an accurate charge every time and protects your battery from the dangers of overcharging. During the cycle it continuously monitors the battery’s charge curve and automatically stops charging when the peak/full charge is detected. Even though the box suggest a flight time of 5 minutes we had our in the air for 10!

The Robocopter requires 4 x AA batteries and costs £38 (about $79 USD).

It doesn’t happen often, but every now and then this golden protocol droid steels the show from R2-D2, Darth Vader and other Star Wars celebs.

The C-3PO collectible doll is 21 cm (8.26 inches) tall and made of soft vinyl. It can be pre-ordered for $58 and will start shipping in February 2009(?!).

Surely they must mean February 2008, or?

(Via NCSX)

The day before yesterday we had a post about this cute little Dinosaur Webcam. If you add plush and a portion of extra cuteness you will get the Cam Buddy Dinosaur Plush Webcam ($10).

Cam Buddy allows you to enable video chat with your friends via MSN Messenger or Yahoo Messenger. With built in microphone that lets you chat all day without lifting a finger. It is the ultimate way to save your phone bill. Sharp video resolution lets your friend see you clearly.

Inter-Changeable plush toy also allows you to swap between different characters that express yourself.

(Via The Red Ferret Journal)

I guess the Top 13 Strangest R/C Toys list needs to be updated after having read these wonderful news about the WowWee’s Radio-Controlled Flying Bee.

Wowwee Ltd., in a licensing partnership with DreamWorks Animation Consumer Products, today announced the creation of Flytech™ Barry B. Benson™, the world’s first radio-controlled flying bee. Flytech Barry B. Benson is the official flying bee toy, based on the character from Dreamworks Animation’s Bee Movie™, starring Jerry Seinfeld. Wowwee Ltd. is the maker of the hugely successful Robosapien™ robot and the company that revolutionized indoor flight with their line of FlyTech™ aeronautical products.

Available at Radio Shack and Toys ‘R Us stores nationwide this October, FlyTech Barry B. Benson is no ordinary RC flyer — he flutters, soars, dives and glides, reaching speeds close to 18 miles per hour! With a design that imitates the flapping-wing flight of birds and insects, FlyTech Barry features an ultra-light, easy-to-fly design and a crash-resistant structure that can be maneuvered in tight spaces.

(Via CrunchGear)

ElmoSapien is the latest free custom personality for WowWee’s Robosapien RS Media robot. In this video, complete with a furry red costume and Elmo’s attitude, watch ElmoSapien interact with other robots and clumsily initiate his plans for world domination.

The ElmoSapien custom personality contains over 210 unique voice files, which Robosapien RS Media owners can download for free.

Thanks to Robert Oschler at RobotsRule.com!

This Radio Controlled UFO ($80) is designed to be used as a fun indoor toy.

The micro motor jet thrusters will take the helium balloon airship in any direction you want, or stand still in mid-air and do some 360 degree turns.

You really can achieve amazing indoor flying action with this Multifunctional Radio Controlled Airship and you can even race against your buddies with their R/C Airships as different frequencies are available.

The Radio Controlled UFO is very simple to control. It has two thrusters, which can both be angled. Consequently if you push both thrusters fully forward, then the UFO will rise. Likewise, if you push both thrusters into reverse then it will fall. The same principle applies to turning left and right. In this instance however, you need to push one thruster forwards and one backwards depending one the direction in which you wish the UFO to turn.

Includes:

• Multifunction R/C Transmitter/Receiver (pre installed)
• Micro motor jet thrusters. The UFO is 2 channel
• Refillable Helium Blimp Balloon and Instruction Manual.

The Roboco robot pet from Tomy is now available at AudioCubes for $17.

This little square robot dog (or cat, whichever you prefer) is the new Tamagotchi. Roboco acts just like your pet. It eats, sleeps, needs attention (a little patting on the head will do) poops and gets sick too. When it’s happy (just pat it twice on the head), Roboco will sing you a little tune. Don’t ignore it or it’ll get angry at you. Reacts to sound… Collect all 6 and see them behave with their own unique character.

Here’s a short commercial for the tiny robot pet:

Roboco is available in blue, dark blue, green, pink, white or yellow.
Here’s TakaraTomy’s Japanese demo website for the Roboco robot.