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Parents beware: your kids can now feel peer pressure from robots
By Olivia Tambini published
Researchers call for a regulatory framework for robotic toys.

Anyone can be a super programmer with LittleBits’ Avengers Hero Inventor Kit
By Olivia Tambini published
The educational tech brand has joined forces with Marvel to make STEM subjects easier for kids (and adults) to understand.

Building a real-life Wall-E: how kids helped Lego Technic and Volvo design the autonomous Zeux wheel loader
By Gerald Lynch published
In Depth The future of construction vehicles, as envisioned by kids.

Best toys: smart toys for kids of all ages
By Marc Chacksfield, Dom Reseigh-Lincoln published
Updated The best connected toys for play time and beyond.

LEGO's launching a buildable, app-controlled Batmobile this August
By Michael Hicks published
LEGO’s new Powered Up Platform will let kids control their creations with a smartphone app, and eventually code new actions through LEGO Boost.

Mekamon AR fighting robot review
By Andrew London published
The Mekamon is an AR fighting bot that brings your robo-battles to life, but it's a lot of money for what it is.

Sphero BB-8 with Force Band review
By Nick Pino, Marc Chacksfield published
updated Controlling BB-8 with the additional wearable is magical... and you can watch Force Awakens and Rogue One with it, too.

Mattel's Hot Wheels Augmoto AR is a frantic and fun new way to race
By Michael Hicks published
NYC Toy Fair Mattel's Augmoto racing set lets you gather AR power-ups and unleash virtual missiles at your opponent.
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