Skip to main content

Toys

191 'Toys' stories June 2012 - April 2019
See All Stories
A white tag with red text

LEGO Spike Prime is the company’s latest STEAM offering, teaches builders to code in Scratch

Avatar for Simon Walsh Apr 3 2019 - 4:02 pm PT
0 Comments
Lego Spike Prime

With the announcement of LEGO Spike Prime, the company is really showing off its commitment to the classroom. LEGO Spike Prime is made with students spanning grades 6-8 in mind, but let’s be honest, every age group can have fun with it.

The set comes with a total of 523 pieces that all work together to provide builders with everything needed to make their own robots. LEGO touts that its hardware is easy to use and that the decision to use Scratch as the programming language will result in an intuitive experience for everyone involved.
Expand
Expanding
Close

$13

This $13 Ouija Board Game has all the answers you seek and then some (Reg. $20, Amazon low), more

Avatar for Alison Barretta Mar 5 2019 - 12:28 pm PT
0 Comments

Amazon offers the Hasbro Ouija Board Game for $12.88 Prime shipped. Same at Walmart with in-store pickup, while Best Buy has it for $17. Regularly around $20 at Amazon, this is the lowest price we’ve tracked there. Ask the spirits, if you dare, all of those burning questions to which you’re desperately seeking answers. Just don’t make like several unfortunate Amazon shoppers and accidentally summon demons (or worse). By the way, it’s rated 3.9/5 stars.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Super Impulse’s upcoming Micro Arcades are the size of a mere credit card

Avatar for Simon Walsh Feb 13 2019 - 3:58 pm PT
0 Comments
Super Impulse Micro Arcade

When it comes to playing video games on-the-go, the last decade has brought us a robust line-up of options. From iPhone and Android to Nintendo Switch and 3DS there is certainly no shortage of games to play.

Nintendo Switch Online subscriptions has delivered several authentic NES games to the masses, but the Switch’s form-factor can still be too large to carry in some circumstances. To combat this problem, Super Impulse, the makers of Tiny Arcades, is at it again with a new design that is as small as a credit card.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Walmart 2018 Toy Book: LEGO sets, NERF, L.O.L. Surprise, Hot Wheels, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Oct 25 2018 - 2:10 pm PT
0 Comments
Walmart storefront

We now have the Walmart 2018 Toy Book. After seeing what will be the biggest toys of the year from Amazon, Target, eBay, Sam’s Club, Best Buy and many more, it’s time to see what Walmart is expecting to be popular over the next couple months. Stay locked to our Black Friday 2018 Guide as official ads/deals begin to roll out and head below for more on the Walmart 2018 Toy Book.
Expand
Expanding
Close

Osmo’s teaching tools are coming to Amazon’s Fire tablets this November

Avatar for Patrick Campanale Sep 18 2018 - 2:25 pm PT
0 Comments

Osmo is a well-known name when it comes to STEM smart-connected teaching tools. The company has made iPad-enabled learning games for kids ages 5 and up for some time now, but recently announced that these products will come to Amazon’s Fire line of tablets.

This is great because Amazon’s Fire tablet lineup is more affordable than Apple’s iPad, and makes it an easier entry point into homes to help kids learn and grow.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Amazon unveils Top 100 Toys of 2018 list: LEGO, Nerf, littleBits, more

Avatar for Justin Kahn Aug 28 2018 - 1:58 pm PT
0 Comments

Well, you know when Amazon releases its Top 100 Toys of the Year list it likely means the summer is coming to a close. Fortunately, that also means we are just months away from the busy deal season where we see the lowest prices of the year on the hottest items out there. Amazon’s 2018 toys list is full of usuals like LEGO, Nerf, Melissa & Doug and Star Wars items, but we are also seeing some interesting STEM products from littlebits, Anki, Osmo and more.
Expand
Expanding
Close

Become a CIA agent with these top-secret government board games [Video]

Avatar for Justin Kahn Apr 30 2018 - 12:12 pm PT
0 Comments

No matter how old school board games and the like may seem these days, they just won’t seem to go away. Even with the amazing experiences we get on mobile and how far developers can take realism in the AAA console space, there’s just something about those vintage tabletop games that continues to bring friends and families together. While it has certainly been a while since we saw some kind of interesting innovation in the cardboard dice-rolling world, these new internal CIA training board games certainly caught our attention.
Expand
Expanding
Close

MIT students smash the Rubik’s Cube robotic solve time by using Playstation 3 Eye webcams

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Mar 8 2018 - 3:31 pm PT
0 Comments

The classic 1980’s children’s toy, the Rubik’s Cube has remained a staple to this day for scientists, mathematicians and nerds alike. Completing the puzzle in minutes has been achieved by a few bright individuals and in recent years, researchers have trained robots to complete the task in a matter of seconds. Most recently, the Rubik’s Cube has been solved in only 0.38-seconds robotically. That beats the previous record by almost half. Head below to see the video and learn how it was achieved.


Expand
Expanding
Close

If you like escape rooms, here’s one in a box you can play at home for $30

Avatar for Justin Kahn Feb 20 2018 - 1:20 pm PT
0 Comments
$30

Generally speaking, Toy Fair New York is dominated by new hardware from the biggest toy manufacturers in the world. LEGO, Star Wars, Mattel, Hasbro and others have all shown new building kits, characters and STEM sets. But now it’s time to look at a new escape room-style board game.

After making the rounds in the crowdfunding space last year, and then finally being picked up by Mattel shortly thereafter, Escape Room in a Box: The Werewolf Experiment is now ready for prime time. The unique board game is taking cues from the increasing popularity of those physical escape rooms popping up in a town near you.
Expand
Expanding
Close

The new Snap Circuits Bric kit adds lighting, audio & moving parts to your LEGO builds

Avatar for Justin Kahn Feb 15 2018 - 1:12 pm PT
0 Comments

We are pretty excited about Toy Fair 2018 around here. While it may not yield the most interesting and unique innovations in the world of tech the way something like CES does, it’s a chance for us to dive head first into new LEGO kits, Star Wars action figures, and that brand new Hot Wheels/Rocket League cross-over.

Needless to say, some of the hottest toys of the year for children and adults alike will be surfacing over the next few days. And right now it’s time for the latest Elenco Snap Circuits kits…
Expand
Expanding
Close

Codey Rocky is the newest coding companion robot your kids will love

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Dec 15 2017 - 3:09 pm PT
0 Comments

We’ve seen our share of coding bots for kids, but this is the first one we would actually take home to our families. With an intuitive design and easy to use controls, it looks like this robot will not only teach kids how to code, but help them enjoy the process too. Codey Rocky is currently being funded on Kickstarter, and with more than a month to go in its campaign the company has already reached is fundraising goal of $100,000.


Expand
Expanding
Close

From $18

Today only, Games and Puzzles from Ravensburger are up to half-off from $18

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Nov 20 2017 - 9:32 am PT
0 Comments

As part of today’s Black Friday week deals, Amazon is offering the up to 50% off select Games and Puzzles from Ravensburger Toys. You can find tons of new and interesting board games sure to liven up family night. Our top puzzle pick is Ravensburger Eiffel Tower Night Edition 3D Puzzle (216-Piece) for $17.99 Prime shipped. That’s $19 off the regular price and within $1 of the lowest we’ve seen it offered at Amazon. Rated 4.4/5 stars by Amazon shoppers.
Expand
Expanding
Close

Reg. $25/$19

Amazon drops the Monopoly Nintendo Board Game to lowest ever: $19 Prime shipped

Avatar for Justin Kahn Nov 19 2017 - 9:34 am PT
0 Comments

Amazon is offering the Monopoly Nintendo Gamer Edition Board Game set for just $18.74 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. Matched at Toys R Us. That’s 25% below the original price, a couple dollars under our previous mention and the lowest price we have ever tracked. Rated 4+ stars on Amazon.
Expand
Expanding
Close

From $4

Amazon has a big sale on Funko Pops right now from $4

Avatar for Patrick Campanale Nov 10 2017 - 5:44 pm PT
0 Comments

Amazon is a go-to place for getting stocking stuffers, and Funko Pop’s are normally at the top of that list. Giving you a budget way to help the movie or game lover in your life express their fondness is what Funko does. The Pop toys normally range from $5-15, sometimes going up a little more depending on what one you get, but Amazon has several on sale right now.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Reg. $165/$126

Score a 2-in-1 air hockey & ping pong table from ESPN for just $126 (Reg. $165)

Avatar for Patrick Campanale Nov 6 2017 - 2:55 pm PT
0 Comments

UPDATE: Walmart also has the EastPoint Sports 87-inch Brighton Billiard Pool Table in green on sale for $250 with free in-store pickup or $50 freight shipping. This pool table normally goes for around $300 and would be a great addition to any home this holiday season. EastPoint products normally get great reviews.

Walmart currently has the ESPN 72-inch Air Powered Hockey Table with Table Tennis Top & In-Rail Scorer on sale for $126.34 with free in-store pickup. If you want it shipped, due to the size and weight Walmart is charging freight shipping of about $20. Still, even if you pay for shipping you’re close to $20 under the normal price of $165. This air hockey and ping pong table are perfect for family gatherings over the holidays, as everyone loves a good game. You also get a 90-day warranty with the table. ESPN products are also generally very well-rated.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Stranger Things collectibles, apparel and more to get you ready for season 2

Avatar for Rikka Altland Oct 27 2017 - 12:03 pm PT
0 Comments

The highly anticipated second season of Stranger Things, Netflix’s 80’s-themed sci-fi thriller is finally here, with 9 new episodes of the series now available for streaming. In order to get you ready for the new season, we’ll be rounding up the best collectibles, apparel and other merchandise to help you show off your love of the series.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Reg. $11/$7.50

The adorable Funko POP! Star Wars Last Jedi Porg can be yours for $7.50

Avatar for Justin Kahn Oct 17 2017 - 4:12 pm PT
0 Comments

Porgs are the newest, most adorable additions to the Star Wars cast of characters. One of the little penguin-like creatures made a brief appearance in the latest trailer for the Last Jedi (seen below) and will now be immortalized as one of those amazing little FunKo POP! figures. You can now grab the Funko POP! Star Wars: The Last Jedi Porg for just $7.50 on Amazon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25.
Expand
Expanding
Close

$15.50

Relive the 90’s by pre-ordering your very own Tamagotchi for $15 at Amazon

Avatar for Rikka Altland Oct 11 2017 - 11:54 am PT
0 Comments

Update as of 9:49am on October 16th: Currently out of stock, but be sure to check back later!

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the iconic Tamagotchi is getting a re-release! Right now on Amazon you can pre-order a two-pack of the Tamagotchi Digital Pet Keychain Toy for $15.52 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. They’ll be available starting on November 5th, meaning the games will arrive in time to use as stocking stuffers for the holidays!


Expand
Expanding
Close

from $6

Protect your feet and get these LEGO storage bricks from just $6 (Reg. $15+)

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Sep 28 2017 - 4:29 pm PT
0 Comments

Staples is offering LEGO Storage Bricks in a number of different colors and sizes as low as $6. That’s more than half-off the regular prices and the lowest we can find for them. Free shipping on orders over $49 or you can pick it up in-store at your local Staples. These boxes are rated 4.4/5 stars at Amazon. Note: Some boxes are showing as out of stock online but you can still place your order in most cases.


Expand
Expanding
Close

Amazon and Walmart announce the Top Toys for Holiday 2017

Avatar for Justin Kahn Sep 6 2017 - 1:41 pm PT
0 Comments
Read more

(Update): Target has now released its Top Toys of 2017 List. You can find all the details down below…

The summer has barely just ended for most but the retail holiday push is already starting. While it feels like it’s getting earlier and earlier every year, Walmart has already released its Top 25 Hottest Toys for the Holidays. This year Amazon is getting an early jump as well having now launched its Top 100 Holiday Toys storefront.
Expand
Expanding
Close

Orig. $150/$23

Parrot MiniDrone Jumping Sumo $23 shipped (Refurb, Orig. $150)

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Aug 2 2017 - 1:34 pm PT
0 Comments

Daily Steals is offering the refurbished Parrot MiniDrone Jumping Sumo with On-Board Live Streaming Video Camera for $29.99, but if you use code gadgetnewsonlinemini7 the price will drop to just $22.99 shipped. That’s a $7 discount off the regular price and a match to our previous mention for the lowest we’ve seen. Rated 3/5 stars at Amazon with over 50% of the reviewers leaving 4+ stars. 
Expand
Expanding
Close

From $5

Funko Pop figures from $5: DC/ Marvel Heroes, Star Wars, more

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Jul 18 2017 - 12:06 pm PT
0 Comments

GameStop is offering FunkoPop Vinyl figurines from $5 with free in-store pick up today (shipping is free on a $25+ purchase). Typically these figures sell for $9-$15 depending on the character at Amazon. You can find just about any fictional pop culture icon from Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, Star Wars characters and more. The Superman Funko Pop receives 4.5/5 stars at Amazon from shoppers.
Expand
Expanding
Close

Teach your toddler how to code with this new robot that works without screens

Avatar for Jared Weintraub Jul 10 2017 - 3:53 pm PT
0 Comments

Teaching your kids how to code seems to be the newest trend with many toy manufacturers and startups alike. We’ve seen a few of these new kits and robots emerge over the last few months. But, have we gone too far? Just how early should kids start to learn the basics of coding? You would think three years old is a little too early. They should at least be out of diapers before taking on computer programming, right? Well not in this case. Cubetto is a little different than your average robo-coder and it met its fundraising goal of $100,000 in one day at Kickstarter.


Expand
Expanding
Close

$45

Hot Wheels Ai Intelligent Racing Starter Kit now $45 shipped (Reg. $60)

Avatar for Trevor Daugherty Jul 10 2017 - 10:59 am PT
0 Comments

Amazon offers the Hot Wheels Ai Intelligent Race System Starter Kit for $44.97 shipped. Also at Walmart. This racing bundle usually goes for around $60 at most online retailers like Target. It did hit $38 back in February, but today’s deal is the best offer currently available. Rated 3.9/5 stars by over 200 Amazon customers.


Expand
Expanding
Close