GRAND Magazine - January/February 2018 - 13

toys n' tech

Tech to start the new year
T
BY DAN NESSEL

he holidays are behind us and a new year is
here. This month we review four tech gadgets
and toys that show that the right technology
can make everything more enjoyable.

This Is How a Superhero
Would Fly a Drone

Flying a drone by using a remote
controller? That is so 2017. Thanks
to the Aura Glove Controlled Drone
the grandkids can have a blast
piloting a drone just by gesturing with
their hand. It really feels like you have
super powers as you watch the responsive
drone fly and flip all based on your hand movements. If
your super powers are a little rusty and you crash the drone,
no worries, the drone is protected by a crash-proof cage.
Aura Drone With Glove Controller | $95
Full review & demo of Aura Glove Controller Drone

You May Never Want To Get Out of Bed Now

This Is One Smart Globe!

The world globe from our childhood is gone, replaced by the
very impressive Oregon Scientific Smart Globe Explorer AR.
Watch things come to life as the grandkids make animals,
buildings and landmarks jump off the globe using an
Augmented Reality app. If that is not enough, the globe opens
and you can use the Bluetooth wand to explore the Earth's core
and our solar system. With over 20,000 fun facts programmed
in, this globe provides hours of fun and learning for kids of all
ages.
Smart Globe Explorer AR by Oregon Scientific | $129
Full review & demo of the Smart Globe Explorer AR
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Watching your favorite
action movie while
lying in bed is certainly
enjoyable...but not
necessarily for your
partner who is lying
next to you and trying
to sleep. Sure you could
wear headphones, but
those tend to be bulky
and uncomfortable. The Soft-Tones, soft speakers that lie on your
pillow, are the perfect solution. Comfortably enjoy your movies,
music or audio books all while your bed-mate is undisturbed.
Soft-Tones Pillow Speaker by 2Breathe | $49
Full review & demo of the Soft-Tones

Ready for Great Grandkids?

Grandkids aren't babies anymore? Maybe it is
time for the grandkids to have their own babies.
No, not real babies, we are talking about the
incredibly lifelike and responsive Luvabella Baby
Doll. This was the hot toy during the holidays
and for good reason. With her true-to-life facial
expressions and personality, she moves, talks
and plays just like a real baby.
Spin Master Luvabella Baby Doll | $99
Full review & demo of the Luvabella Baby Doll

Dan Nessel is Director of Product
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