Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Deputy Editor James Zahn joined NBC Chicago’s Tech Trends to talk about the hottest tech toys of the holiday season. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.


SQUEAKEE THE BALLOON DINO

This interactive toy is part balloon animal and part dinosaur, with new tricks, games, and more than 70 sounds and reactions. Squeakee Dino comes with removable headphones and a bone squeaker accessory.

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GOT2GLOW FAIRY FINDER

Kids can find more than 30 unique, virtual fairies in each Got2Glow Fairy Finder. Search around the house, outside, in the dark, or even upside down. Trade fairies with friends, feed them, and more. Collect all three jars to discover more than 100 fairies in all.

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  • Ages: 5+
  • Manufacturer: WOWWEE
  • MSRP: $39.99; $49.99 CAD

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TOBI 2 DIRECTOR’S CAMERA

Ideal for kids who want to have fun and let their imagination soar. The High-Definition camera takes videos and photos. Be super creative with the green screen and built-in backgrounds to become a superhero, news anchor, astronaut, or more! Other cool special effects include creating comic book pages, making video stickers, and creating stop-motion videos. On-screen editing with the camera’s controller is easy and internal software takes videos, movies, and photos to the next level. Use the flip-out lens, selfie stick, or auto-timer to take perfect selfies. Add silly face filters that move with kids. Plus, there are exciting games to play like Photo Puzzle that turn photos into a puzzle. The splashproof camera Features a large 2.4-inch display, a microSD slot for expanded memory, and a rechargeable battery with a USB cable for easy charging and downloading. It also includes a tripod/selfie stick, green screen fabric, and a wrist strap. Use Tobi 2 Robot Smartwatch (sold separately) as a remote control to take pictures and videos.


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NEW BRIGHT RC 1:10 SCALE REMOTE CONTROL HEAVY METAL 4X4 TRUCK COLLECTION

These 15.25-inch, R/C trucks feature oversized rubber tires and all-wheel drive. Available in four models, each car comes with a wireless remote and a rechargeable battery.

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