Looking for the best high-tech toys for the great outdoors? Toy Insider Mom Laurie Schacht stopped by NBC in Chicago to show off some great technological toys that kids can play with out in the sun. For more on the products featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and be sure to view our Spring and Summer Toy Guide.
Power Wheels Wild Thing (Mattel)
- Wild Thing is the ultimate performance vehicle for kids, bringing a whole new level of control, excitement, and thrills with ability to shift into a 360 degree spinning action while driving in both forward and reverse.
- Large durable tires allow for multi-terrain driving.
- Features three different speed settings to go up to 5 mph, a stability sensor to prevent tipping on steep inclines, and a working seatbelt.
- Designed with an exposed metal frame for a tough, realistic look.
- Ages: 5+
- MSRP: $299.99
Skyviper s1350HD Video Stunt Drone (Skyrocket)
- The Skyviper s1350 Video Stunt Drone is updated with all new Flight Assist Features including Auto Launch, Auto Hover and Auto Land. Flight Assist features leverage avionics technology for performance, precision and stability to make learning easy for those new to the world of drones.
- Perform awe-inspiring stunts at speeds up to 20 mph. With the touch of a button, execute left and right barrel rolls, forward and reverse inside loops or take it to the next level with double flips and double barrel rolls. There’s 8 one-touch stunts to choose from.
- With 1-Touch Panoramic Video Capture, the Video Drone is programmed to enter a controlled-spin flight pattern to capture breathtaking 360 degree views from up to 200 feet away. Micro SD card included.
- Age: 12+
- MSRP: $69.99
- Available: Target, Walmart, Toys “R” Us, Amazon
Kidizoom Action Cam- The Kidizoom Action Cam by VTech lets little videographers capture their adventures with videos and photos!
- The Action Cam is a great first video camera for kids and is durable enough to handle drops and tumbles.
- It can go anywhere and do anything kids can do with two included mounts so they can attach it to their bike, skateboard and more. It also comes with a waterproof case so they can take videos and pictures up to 6′ underwater!
- The Action Cam features a 1.4″ color LCD screen and can take videos and photos in addition to stop-motion videos and time-lapse photos.
- Kids can also explore their creativity with fun effects, frames and photo filters.
- They can download their photos and videos to a computer using the included micro USB cable and share them with family and friends.
- For even more fun, they can also play three exciting learning games.
- Ages: 4+
- MSRP: $44.99
- Available: Walmart, Amazon, Target, Toys “R” Us
Disc Jock-e- Take the tunes with you with the new Disc Jock-e, a flying disc with Bluetooth technology.
- Soaring through the airwaves, the Disc Jock-e is a durable, water-resistant throwing disc that syncs to any playlist from a phone, tablet or computer.
- It comes in a choice of vibrant blue or orange colors, so that even if you’re just relaxing, you’ll never miss a beat with the coolest outdoor speaker ever!
- It’s great for the backyard, beach, pool or park.
- Age: 8+
- MSRP: $24.99
- Available: Amazon, Toys “R” Us
