Friday, December 19, 2008

Bakugan Battle Brawlers Toy - Should You Let Your Child Play With These?

If your child is asking for a Bakugan Battle Brawlers toy, you're probably wondering what it is exactly! It seems like there is a new, hot TV show or toy out there that children fall in love with every other day. Still, Bakugan appears to be here to stay since it's been popular for quite some time now.

Basically, the Bakugan series started in other countries, but quickly moved to the United States once people realized how popular it is with children. It started here in 2007, and it's been increasing in popularity ever since.

The Bakugan brawlers in their toy form are like little, colorful marbles. When your child roles them on the magnetic strip, they pop open to reveal the warrior inside. There is a game that goes along with this, so it really works well if your child has a sibling or a friend to play with.

Unlike other toys that are related to TV shows you don't have to spend a lot of money to get into this one. These brawlers are available for well under $20 to get started. This low entry price means that it's easier than ever to collect these toys. It's really great when children have something fun to collect that they really enjoy!

If the Pokémon series is any indication, we can expect the Bakugan series to be around for quite some time now. Children really do seem to love the Bakugan Battle Brawlers TV show and toys that come along with it. So, should you allow your child to play with the Bakugan Battle Brawlers toy? This parent doesn't see any reason why not.

Any toy that allows your child to use their imagination to play is a good one in my book! The Battle Brawlers help them make a connection between their own imagination and what they see on the TV screen. If you hear your child talking about Bakugan and asking for the toys, sit down and watch an episode and you'll see that it is harmless and fun.

Of course, it's never a good thing to spend more money than you have to for Bakugan. There are definitely some retailers that mark the prices up a ton! I've found the lowest prices on the Bakugan Battle Starter Pack and other Bakugan Toys here at: http://bakuganstarterpack.com Hurry! I'm not sure how much longer these deals will last.

Friday, December 5, 2008

Silverlit PicooZ Helicopter Review

Silverlit PicooZ Helicopter

by Silverlit

Silverlit PicooZ Helicopter



Technical Details

  • Transmitter Requires 6 x AA Batteries - not included
  • Product Dimensions: Main Rotor Diameter 130mm (5.25)
  • Length 170mm (6.5) excluding rotors. Rear Rotor diameter 30mm (1.25)
  • Product Weight: Only 10g, including Flight Battery
  • Rechargeable Flight Battery: High capacity integral Lithium Polymer battery
  • Charger: Integral Transmitter/Charger supplied with LED indicator/Auto shut off
  • Simply plug in and charge, with easy to use connections
  • Charging Time: 20-30 minutes for full charge
  • Flight Duration: 10 minutes between charges
  • Batteries Required: 6 x 1.5v AA Alkaline Batteries for Transmitter/Charger
  • Control Specification: Supplied completely assembled and already charged
  • Ready-to-fly, with pre-installed 2 Channel Proportional Infra Red Control System
  • Take off, hover and descend, turn left and right
  • Range: Up to 10m (30ft). Frequency: Infra Red Control System - Bands
  • A, B & C allow up to three Silverlit Models to be flown together
  • Instruction Manual included: Providing helpful tips for the new Helicopter Pilot
  • Gift Box Dimensions: 360 x 160 x 100mm
  • Gift Box Weight: 0.4kgs



Customer Reviews










89 of 89 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Fun!, 8 Jun 2007
Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars
It's a great toy and alot of fun for the price. The controls allow you to alter the speed of the main rotor to alter the lift, also the speed of the tail rotor to turn the helicopter. With judicious application of the stick on weights you can balance the model so that it drifts forward when in stable flight. It takes a bit of practice to get this thing to go in roughly the direction you want it too but that is half the fun.


4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Picoo Z Helicopter, 3 Jan 2008
Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars
I got this from my wife as a Christmas present. I can't stop playing with it. It is so light and easy to control. The controls take some getting use to, but once mastered it is no problem. My two girls like watching flying low over there heads. I would highley recommend this as a gift.


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