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Consumer Technology

Put Your Finger WHERE!? My Favorite Tech Toys (That You'll Want!)

11/26/24
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This podcast discusses five engaging tech toys suitable for both children and adults, emphasizing fun and practicality over expensive collector's items. The speaker reviews a range of toys, including interactive digital pets, a Disney Stitch puppet, a wall-climbing robot lizard, a beginner-friendly drone, and a 3D printing pen that creates edible sugar designs, providing recommendations for various age groups and interests.

Interactive Digital Pets

00:00:58 The podcast begins with a discussion of Puny Rūns, a toy where users can interact with a digital pet by touching it through a squishy, jelly-like button. The user's interaction changes the animation on the screen, and the pet also needs care, including feeding and cleaning, similar to a Tamagotchi.

Disney Stitch Puppet

00:01:45 The speaker reviews a Disney Stitch puppet that combines sensors and puppetry, allowing users to control it using internal buttons. The puppet reacts to touch and responds to how the user manipulates its features, including ears, eyes, and mouth, with different sound effects depending on the interaction.

Wall-Climbing Robot Lizard

00:02:43 The Hexbug Wall Climber Gecko is a robotic lizard that can climb walls and perform tricks. It uses a vacuum to adhere to smooth, flat surfaces and has a remote control with a 25-foot range, making it a fun and entertaining toy, especially for indoor play.

Beginner Drone

00:03:18 The Skyper Nova Lights FX drone is designed for beginners, particularly those aged 12 and up. It features light-up propellers with color-changing modes that depend on the flight style, and comes with blade protectors and spare blades. It also has auto-launch and landing capabilities, making it easier to use.

Edible 3D Printing Pen

00:04:14 The 3Doodler Chef is a pen that prints designs using melted sugar. It is recommended for users aged 14 and up due to the hot tip, and operates similarly to a hot glue gun, extruding sugar strings for creating dessert decorations. It's easy to clean and the sugar cools quickly, making it a fun and edible creative tool.