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Obama Action Figure Bends, Poses, Governs, Shoots

by Steve Levenstein

Obama Action Figure From Gamu-Toys Bends to Your Will

Want to bend President Obama to your will? Yes we can! This new, sharply detailed Barack Obama action figure from Japan's Gamu-Toys comes with a batch of presidential accessories - weapons not included.

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Anybody Order a Pocket-Sized Collapsing Star?

by John P. Barker

The Astro-Blaster Collision Accelerator simulates the destruction of a star. I, for one, like the idea of being able to blow up a stellar object with something that can fit in my pocket...

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Possibly the Most Hated Toy Ever - Floam

by John P. Barker

Floam has an interesting history. It also has the dubious reputation of being one of the most despised creations on the planet. But why?

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Erector Spykee Robot--Fun with Practical Applications

by John P. Barker

Toy robots have come a long way since the wind-up tin-toy that would clunk along the floor with sparks erupting from the "guns" in it's chest. The Erector Spykee The Spy Robot is a great example of a toy that can also be used for practical applications around the house--or for taunting certain pets...

14 MORE Cool Ways To Adore Your Dog On Valentine's Day!

by Lady Bee

I always have such a difficult time cutting back my holiday gift columns for dogs, and this Valentine's Day is worse than ever. Cute just does not take a rest!

Solar Car Kit Turns Sunlight into Zippy Fun

by John P. Barker

Research continues the search for efficient solar powered vehicles. While it may be many years before a viable solar charging system becomes a reality, toys benefit from the data. And this little car is a great example of education meets fun...

Miniature Railgun Kit Demonstrates Weapon of the Future

by John P. Barker

Magnetic acceleration could redefine weaponry and space travel. And while none of us has the multi-million dollars necessary to actually mess around with one of these things, we can afford a pint-sized example of what they do in the form of the Abong Magnetic Accelerator Kit.

Laser Safe Affords Kids Freedom to Store Treasures

by John P. Barker

When it comes to privacy, kids get the short end of the stick. This little toy allows kids a "safe" place to store their valuables (you know... things like rocks, stickers, action figures, etc.)--all with a cool whiz-bang-neato security system.

Recycled Computer Key Cell Phone Charms from Japan

by Steve Levenstein

Recycling Computer Keyboards, One Key at a Time

There are few things modern workers & players look at more than their computer keyboards. These cool key charms strike a note of comfortable familiarity while keeping techno-waste out of our landfills - one key at a time.

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Human Hamster Ball Makes Walking on Water a Reality... Sort of

by John P. Barker

Want to walk on water? Well, with a little practice... maybe more like a LOT of practice... The Inflatable Water Ball may let you do just that!

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Stunt Granny: A Myth in the Making

by John P. Barker

Want to see an eighty-year-old woman on a motorcycle hurtle through a blazing hoop of fire? Well... you might not find that here. But rest assured: this Stunt Granny has the guts to jump INCHES into the air!

Bath Bombs Turn Your Hot Bath Into a Deep Fryer

by Steve Levenstein

Shouldn't every bath time be a Happy Bath Time? Wizland thinks so, and to ensure there are more bubbles than troubles, offers up bath bombs which reveal Fried Foods and Sweet Donuts. Mmm, donuts...

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World's Smallest RC Hovercraft Really Blows!

by Steve Levenstein

Hover-Q Radio Controlled Desktop Racer Rides on Air

Hovercraft are cool; personal ones are even cooler. Now Japan's Takara Tomy has introduced the Hover-Q: a miniaturized, radio controlled personal hovercraft that blows away the competition!

10 Quirky Pencils, Pens, And Funky Sharpeners To Entertain You

by Must Love Gadgets

For all the sophisticated gadgets I write about, I am most delighted by simple things. I have a favorite Big Red pen, a bunch of number two pencils, a Magic Rub eraser and a few manual pencil sharpeners I got at Disneyland. These are my writing, drawing, and book keeping staples and I delight when I can escape from my computer and use them.

What A Kick! The Kong Cat Kickeroo

by Lady Bee

Who knew that Kong would come up with the perfect wrestling toy for a cat?

Love Your Barbie The Alfred Hitchcock Way

by John P. Barker

"The Birds" Barbie. Hitchcock would be proud that his motion picture classic has been adapted into a child's toy... wouldn't he? I'm a little on the fence with this one...

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What Do Hamsters Want For Christmas?

by Lady Bee

Now, there are new toys for hamsters and I think they are safer designs than the hamster ball, because they contain wheels. A wheel gives a small animal an exact place to step. He can establish a rhythm and be secure that when he slows down or speeds up, his options remain the same.

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My Dog Loves This Cat Toy! Weazel Ball Product Review

by Lady Bee

The Weazel Ball is a toy for cats, and it's an ingenious toy. If you know cats, you will think, "Ah, this is the perfect toy for a cat," but your cat may not agree. Perhaps a little coaxing may help.