Gadgetoid

gadg-et-oid [gaj-it-oid]

-adjective

1. having the characteristics or form of a gadget;
resembling a mechanical contrivance or device.

Archive for the ‘Toys’ Category

Kobotix Real Racer FPV, RC Car Review

The Real Racer from Kobotix is a fast, precise and compact remote control car that handles beautifully and is a joy to zip around your living room. It doesn’t stop there, though; on top is a small camera which provides…

Playmobil Sustainable Wiltopia Animal Figures

Claiming to be made from more than 80% sustainable materials, Playmobil’s Wiltopia line aims to be environmentally friendly and educational. At its core is a range of individual animals, paired with basic accessories and a “knowledge card” that gives some…

My Little Morphée – Kids Sleep Aid Reviewed

Sleep is a tricky beast. For some it’s elusive, for others we stubbornly ward it off, refusing to let go of a day that hasn’t gone our way. For toddlers… it’s their sworn enemy, it’s no fun, it’s the bittersweet…

Playmobil Kitt Kit

Playmobil had slipped off my radar for many years. I’m not totally sure why. LEGO had followed me from my childhood, doggedly determined to entice me into building ever more elaborate super-cars. But Playmobil? Even with a toddler who, by…

Five Design Mistakes In Hot Wheels Unleashed, And Why You Should Play It Anyway

Hot Wheels Unleashed is the classic example of a game created by people who care and ransacked by executives and publishers leaving it falling short of the original vision. What remains is the question: does enough of this concept still…

MagneCube Magnetic Puzzle

By now you’ve probably heard of BuckyBalls, and perhaps even Zen Magnets and NeoCube. They’re all the same thing; sets of small 5mm magnetic balls which attract together in a variety of combinations. Most of these are either sold primarily…

HexBug Toy Motorised Bugs Reviewed

Christmas is coming, the goose is presumably getting fat, and you’re no doubt starting to get that Christmas shopping itch. If you’ve got an empty stocking to fill, then here’s a little helping hand; pop in a HexBug. HexBugs are…

The hottest xmas gadgets at Expansys

There aren’t many shopping days left until Christmas is upon us, and if you’re struggling to choose something for the gadget love in your life, Expansys has come to your rescue with their Roger Butterworth, CEO at eXpansys said: “Christmas…

V-Tech First Steps Baby Walker Review

I’m sure there’s an army of mums and dads out there who I simply don’t need to tell just how good the V-Tech First Steps Baby Walker is. It’s an explosion of baby entertainment built into a portable, detachable unit…

Tomy Thomas And Cranky Coal Loader Review

Christmas is closing in, so why not sit back and partake of a few shameless toy reviews alongside your usual diet of games and technology? If you’re not familiar with the series, kicked off with the Thomas Post Office Loader…