Coolest Toys

His name is New Wave Nigel, and he’s the center of a lawsuit by punk rock group DEVO over the depiction of what they call a copyrighted costume device which is depicted on the top of New Wave Nigel’s head. New Wave Nigel is a Happy Meal Toy and was part of the American Idol Happy Meal toy collection which also featured Disco Dave, Country Clay, Rockin’ Riley and Soulful Selma. Nigel’s costume includes an orange jumpsuit, pink shades, and, the center of Devo’s complaint … their copyrighted “energy dome” hat. Devo also complains that Nigel plays a tune that sounds way too close to the kind of music they make.

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Here’s a few highlighted toy recalls for the month of June from the Consumer Product Safety Commission Website:

Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Sold Exclusively in Walgreens Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards by TWIE. TWIE has received two reports of helicopters catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported. Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact TWIE for a full refund. Returns will be accepted by TWIE. Walgreens will not accept returns or provide a refund. (very nice, Walgreens. Way to stand behind the products of death you sell).

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Almost. But hey, how many of us grew up with such classic toys as erector sets and other grand construction models to while away our summer days when we should be outside playing baseball. But hey, even budding engineers have to play, don’t they? Well, if your kid has the penchant for the great white knuckler, why not pick him up this scale model of the Dragon roller coaster by Coaster Dynamix.

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Next to the Millenium Falcon that is. But come on, how can a Lego fiend complain when this set comes with almost 4,000 pieces, 25 mini figures, and showing 14 scenes from the original Star Wars Trilogy.

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It was a small, cult favorite and considering The Big Lebowski wasn’t an epic, it has a huge following. So, it only makes sense that when Entertainment Earth created a limited Edition “The Dude” action figure for ComiCon, it was bound to catch our eye.

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Even though summer is in full swing, Halloween is just around the corner. So, it only makes sense to start looking for costume ideas which will cause trick-or-treaters to drool over what your kid will be wearing. And the Mattel Batman Dark Knight Mega Cape and Cowl Set will not only do that, it’s sure to get your Dark Knight a king’s fortune in goodies.

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When I was a kid, my brother and I spent and entire year building military themed models and saved our money to buy tons of army men and fireworks. Then, on the 4th of July, we had one of the greatest all out toy battles in military toy history. But it would’ve been even greater if we had this M1 Abramss R/C Shooting Tank for heavy armor support.

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We all know that when it comes to marketing merchandise based on the hit film series, the operating slogan at Lucasfilm isn’t “I’ve got a bad feeling about this,” it’s “if you build it, they will buy.” And Giant Star Wars Pez dispensers are no exception.

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By looking at what’s coming out of their product line these days, one is getting the feeling that former special forces personnel have taken over Hasrbo’s NERF. With heavy hitting foam based projectiles, NERFs product line is filled with all sorts of cool products that cry havoc and let ship the dogs of war. And the N-Strike Recon CS-6 is no exception.

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With Summer now in full swing, expect dozens of water bound toy posts in the next month or so as toy makers seek to capitalize on kids need to not only get cool, but to get wet as well. That’s why this bumper boat looks so much fun. It’s in the water and you can drive it thanks to it’s steering wheel and ultra quiet motor.

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