2008 October

keeping one amused

We're unlikely to see the veritable amount of tat that surrounded the Royal wedding last year, we're hoping that celebratory and commemorative kit will all attempt to be as classy as this chess set (over optimistic perhaps). Each piece is handpainted, it truly is a glorious piece of kit that's certain to find favour with those who refer to parts of their abodes with terms such as East and West wing. It'll set you back almost £300 HERE for those interested parties.

Star Wars slot sets – At last

We've been treated to a fair few Scalextric licences over the years, James bond ones were pretty good, Toy Story didn;t float our slot-car racing boat, this pair of beauties has us grinning from ear to ear. Why we've had to wait for so long to get Star Wars and Scalexctric to tema up Darth only knows, and frankly we don;t give a Yoda because it's finally happening - Exactly when we're no sure. So, we have the Micro 1:64 scale Death Star Attack set with a Lord Vader Tie Fighter battling a Luke Skywalker X-Wing, the spaceships have working ...

Cherry picker is a sweet build

It took us a while getting around to building our LEGO Technic Bucket Truck, that’s cherry picker to most of us or elevated platform to those perhaps allergic to cherries or very posh indeed. It’s the machine used to rig up local Christmas lights or fix street lights, very clever vehicles they are too. Just like its real life ride this Bucket Truck has a set of gears to raise and rotate the platform on the back, two more gears let you deploy the outriggers at the side of the vehicle to keep it stable when the platform is fully ...

Off-screen action with Mario

In our scramble to put as many crossover category toys to the test this year (think Skylanders, Wappydog, Angry Bird plush etc) we'd somehow almost missed this plumber based box of racing good ness. The Mario Kart Battle pack features a Mario and Yoshi sat in their rides and an assortment of track accessories for you to establish where your hairpins and chicances should be placed. whilst you race the lights on the nift RC unit have lights which each represent an action you'd find on the console version, Mushroom: Gives a speed boost Green Shell: Sends your opponent hurtling backwards Lightning: Sends ...

Remember the posh Fox?

The upper class fox was at his very best in the eighties, close to the cuff humour for kids TV, often ridiculing his guests and co-hosts, quality Telly. Now you can own your own Basil Brush handpuppet, give him a squeeze and he'll let out his grin inducing laugh topped off with a legendary "Boom Boom" at the end. At just £12.99 seems like a no-brainer.

Argos seeking toy inventors of tomorrow

On October 31, 2008, In Adults in mind, Boys Toys, Collectables, Current Affairs, Deal of the Day, Electronics, Family fun, Figures and Dolls, Get Involved, Girls Allowed, Outdoor Escapades, Pit Stop, Playground Crazes, by peter jenkinson

Ever looked at the stacked shelves in a toy emporium and thought you could create a competitor? A toy to triumph among the myriads on offer, your very own idea brought to life and marketed alongside the kit from the major manufacturers? Well this years clever PR trick from Argos calls for budding designers to do just that. Send your ideas along to www.argostoycompetition.co.uk with an image and brief description from now till the 1st December and a panel will pick the ten best for a public vote. The winner will see their idea up on the shelves in time for next Xmas and there is £500 as well as the kudos of seeing your creation competing for shelf space.

Halloween must have

On October 29, 2008, In Uncategorized, by peter jenkinson

Don't fancy dressing up? Trick or treat not up your street? Celebrate the ghoulsih night in a more sombre fashion then and show folk your dark side devotions with a Hannibal Lecter twist! This Zombie Brain mould is designed for jelly and the detail is something else, we went for pink blacmange and a couple of our guests had to leave as we portioned ours up….. £9.95 at FIREBOX

Terry the Turtle turns the air blue

On October 23, 2008, In Adults in mind, by peter jenkinson

Terry the Turtle is here to utter
infantile and potty-mouthed phrases of a childish nature offering
them for your amusement as you wander past his infra-red sensor. From open-mouthed OAP’s, middle-aged
mutterers of disdain and youthful yells of encouragement toward the
shelled fella you’re guaranteed a reaction.His outbursts are harmless 18+ fun,
preloaded with over 25 outbursts, stick him in motion sensor mode and
delight as he responds to two finger salutes with a random rudity.Terry has a PG mode under his s***y
b*****ks but after you’ve eyed the puerile proceedings in adult
mode and Terry’s wobbly head popping up and his waving arms you’ll
not bother. Stick your Terry at the end of the desk
and offer an innocent look as passers-by are targeted with a tirade
of phrases you’ve only dreamed of yelling in their direction.Is
Terry the first toy with a touch of Tourette’s? Of course he
F******g is! – £17.95 from Firebox

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Superior Circus set is an Xmas top bet

On October 23, 2008, In Adults in mind, Boys Toys, Collectables, Electronics, Figures and Dolls, by peter jenkinson

Having created almost every 21st century grafter in action the Playmobil designers have also added suitable abodes and environments where these figures dwell. It is just as important for the Playmobil personnel with the evidence clear after some play time with this Big Top.The sizeable (22 inch high) structure comes with seven performers and flashing lights to attract the crowds. To expand your set there is a range of acts available to create an even more impressive show plus seatinf for up to 30 of your plastic Playmobil people. £60 at John Lewis

Desktop slamdunk with USB Basketball

On October 20, 2008, In Electronics, by peter jenkinson

Those bin based basketball hoops are so last season, desk based distraction aficionados have these hoop shooting machines about their workspaces. Powered by USB or battery there’s a chorus of cheers each time you score, and this total kept tlly on the LED screen. For your consideration as a potential co-workers purchasse this Yule, suck-up to the office manager or sweetener to the receptionist. Score points with fellow staff and you still get to play, an all round hot for just £14.99 at Prezzieplus.

Anatomy of a Lego figure

On October 16, 2008, In Figures and Dolls, by peter jenkinson

This fantastic piece of work from artist Jason Freeny takes an intricate look at the anatomy of a Lego figure, we’ve never made the effort to peel back the outer layers of a Lego figure but this detailed display has us considering the procedure. Head over to Moist Productions for a peek at his Gummi Bear and Balloon animal dissection.

Via Geekologie

Pub quiz with a plastic compere

On October 15, 2008, In Adults in mind, by peter jenkinson

Fed up of your personality bypass pub quiz compere then take matters into your own hands and employ this 700+ question loaded gizmo to test the brain-power of your gathered group. Select questions from the internal subject matter, listen to his speel and jot down your answers on the supplied score cards. £19.99 from Drinkstuff

Really small robot makes iSobot look Amazonian

On October 15, 2008, In RC's and Robots, by peter jenkinson

At just over 16cm Tomy’s iSobot found its place in the record books as the smallest bipedal bot this year, but the boffins have gone for another entry in next years annual with a 3.5cm creation that can walk, steer out of a maze and play footie too. Showcased at this years Robo Japan expo it’ll be arriving in Europe sometime in 2008 at a wallet pleasing £22, or Yen 3500 in feb.

Liquid Assets

On October 15, 2008, In Adults in mind, Boys Toys, Collectables, Edutainment, Electronics, Family fun, Get Involved, Girls Allowed, by peter jenkinson

Stuffing cash under the mattress has of late become a safe-haven for many, this can however lead to some lumps on which to lie, let us solve your savings dilemma. So the I Save cant keep a count of Oligarch amounts but will offer a satisfying animation each time you drop a coin inside and also keep tabs on your total. The more you save, the more the animated on-screen LCD fish performs. Stay in, save cash, have fun….it can be done! £29.95 at Character Online

Transformer Robot isn’t movie merchandise

On October 14, 2008, In RC's and Robots, by peter jenkinson

With the hype building over the forthcoming Transformers film the big toy boys will be releasing plenty of gear to tie in soon enough, but like the V-Bot from last year this robotic shape shifter is hoping to simply cash in on the expected craze. From 13 inch upright robot it changes to a four wheeled RC machine using the joysticks which also set it to spin, twist, light up and dance. Its $89.98 at Hammacher now.

Previous Entries

keeping one amused

Star Wars slot sets – At last

Cherry picker is a sweet build

Off-screen action with Mario

Remember the posh Fox?

Argos seeking toy inventors of tomorrow

Halloween must have

Terry the Turtle turns the air blue

Superior Circus set is an Xmas top bet

Desktop slamdunk with USB Basketball

Anatomy of a Lego figure

Pub quiz with a plastic compere

Really small robot makes iSobot look Amazonian

Liquid Assets

Transformer Robot isn’t movie merchandise

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