Air Hogs R/C Hawk Eye
© 2010 Spin Master Inc.
One of two new remote control helicopters released this year from Spin Master, this bird-sized toy contains a tiny camera that can capture five minutes of 240 by 320 resolution AVI video (web cam quality), or take many 640x480 still photos. The video/photo options are controlled by the trigger buttons on the remote; a tiny LED on the nose of the helicopter tells you when you're recording. Designed for indoor use, the Hawk Eye uses two-channels, and can move up and down or left and right. It's a bit harder to fly than other copters, but is manageable. To see your video and charge the batteries, you have to dock the toy on the remote, and then plug the remote into your Mac or Windows computer using the included cable. There is no sound on the videos.
$60, Smart Toy
Teaches: flying, fine motor control, creativity, remote controls
CTR Rating: 82%