Sphero 2B
© 2014 Orbotix, Inc.
This polycarbonate tube-shaped rolling toy from the company that makes Sphero (the baseball-sized rolling balls). Customizable tires, hubcaps, and accessories are promised along with "built-in infrared technology for multiplayer games." 2B is much faster than Sphero. Teachers note that Orbotix promises a "fully programmable robot." Connects to iOS or Android devices via Bluetooth LE, and is powered by USB charging. See the demo at CES at http://youtu.be/VqdPBLeYcmQ. See also SPRK.
$130, Smart Toy
Teaches: programming, logic, spatial relations