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This deep-voiced animatronic fortune teller can automatically detect your presence and then consult with the skull between his hands to give you your fortune.

You can also interact with others when you speak through the fortune tellers mouth using a wireless microphone. Great for a Halloween party for children or adults (especially if you don’t tell your friends about it first, it will give them quite a surprise.)

You can buy the Animated Speaking Fortune Teller at Hammacher Schlemmer.

“The fortune tellers head is concealed in its display box behind a curtain that parts aside when motion or sound is detected in front of the tellers box. The fortune tellers wrinkled head, toothless mouth, and recessed feral eyes move in unison while he speaks, accompanied by carnival organ music. He begins with a greeting, then makes a series of movements and vocalizations while he converses with the skull, which flashes its LED eyes and moves its jaw in response. When the fortune teller is set to manual mode, a wireless microphone allows you to channel your voice through him while you remain hidden; his eyes and mouth will move as you speak. It operates either with six AA batteries (required) or with the included AC adapter. Microphone requires one 9-volt battery. 30″ H x 22″ W x 15″ D. (12 lbs.)”

The Smart Golfer Laser Putting Alignment System is a completely state-of-the-art laser training aid for putting that is compatible with most putters. It attaches and detaches easily and provides instant feedback on targeting and clubface orientation.

You can buy the Smart Golfer Laser Putting Alignment System at shopping Warehouse.

The Smart Golfer Laser Putting Alignment System offers the following features:

“* The laser putting alignment system is a laser training aid for putting
* Gives instant feedback on targeting, clubface orientation, and ball impact zone.
* Address the ball, aim at your intended target, and fire the LPAS laser.
* Feedback is immediate and most golfers can improve their putting immediately”

If you know someone who just can’t get enough golf, than get them this PC Tour Golf Simulator.

Now they can improve their swing without ever leaving their house.

You can buy the PC Tour Golf Simulator at Shopping Warehouse.

“* Analyzer tracks and reports important swing stats
* Play all the clubs in your bag - woods, irons and putte
* Hit the ball and watch it fly in real time on your home computer
* Practice range mode allows you to practice shots with all clubs
* Up to four golfers may compete in casual rounds or tournaments
* Incredibly accurate - including distance and direction of all shots
* Play alone or against computer generated pros for golf’s ultimate challenge”

This RC hovercraft works on both land or water. Use it on your office floor, driveway, the local pond or river. The best thing about this hovercraft is that it can run all year round, it’s not restricted by weather conditions the way RC boats & cars can be.

Since it glides on a cushion of air, it works on land, water, ice and even snow! The hovercraft is powered by 3 fans, and it operates to a distance of 50″ and speeds up to 10mph.

You can buy the 2-Channel Radio Remote Controlled RC Hovercraft at Hobby eStore.

“Each hovercraft comes complete and ready to run with a rechargeable battery pack included. They run for about 15 minutes, and then a simple recharge is required before the fun starts again. Not suitable for rough water. Use only on fresh water, not sea or salt water.”

Remember when you were young, and to fly a kite you needed just the right wind; not too strong, not too weak. And you had to run really fast then turn around really quickly and gain control of the kite or it would come crashing down? Well forget that!

The KitePlane is part kite and part airplane, and making flying a piece of cake. The KitePlane has a long range remote that lets you control the device from 300′ away.

“The KitePlane comes with a rechargeable battery that fuels the powerful electric motor. The unit is propelled by a durable 8 inch propeller that helps this item soar easily through the sky. The KitePlane also have 14 LED lights along the frame, making it visible during nighttime and a great spectacle to watch as it mysteriously floats and navigates in the night sky.”

Update: Unfortunately, this item is no longer available. For more remote controlled items, please check out our Remote Controlled Dragonfly and Helicopters page.

Why have a huge set of drums taking up space when you can get the same sound in a 2 lb. package? The 4 drums can be programed to make 8 different sounds including cymbals.

You can buy Drum Frenzy at As on TV:

Drum Frenzy Features:

* 30 preset rhythms.
* 10 demo songs to play along wit hand help the musician perfect his/her sense of rhythm.
* 20 preset drum combinations of easy reference.
* Volume keys allow you to practice in privacy.
* Tempo key allows you to adjust play speed.
* Headphone jack.

Check price and availability at As on TV.

They put an MP3 player or iPod dock in everything else, so I guess it was just a matter of time before they statred putting them into sports equipment. Pretty novel though.

You can buy the Kickin’ Tunes Soccer Ball MP3 Player at Amazon.com.”

“The Kickin’ Tunes Soccer Ball MP3 Player is the unique approach to your standard MP3 Player. It’s got everything you need to bring your tunes with you wherever you go…The Kickin’ Tunes Soccer Ball MP3 Player is perfectly round and its design is similar to that of the official soccer ball used in the 2006 World Cup.”

Check price and availability at Amazon.

The Remote Control DragonFly Helicopter is no longer available at WonderfulBuys. But you can check out:

The Remote Control Dragonfly

“Winner of the Popular Mechanics Editor’s Choice Award at the Consumer Electronics Show, this is the remote-controlled ornithopter that replicates the rhythmic flapping and flight pattern of a dragonfly to stay aloft without the use of propellers or gas engines. The device has four Mylar wings that flap 500 times per minute, generating enough lift to send the ornithopter up to 50 feet in the air. The remote control has two toggle sticks and a trim dial that provide precise control as the ornithopter flutters, soars, dives, and glides indoors or outside.”

Check price and availability of the Remote Control Dragonfly at Hammacher Schlemmer.

The Day or Night Remote Control Helicopter

“Ready to fly out of the box, this fully-assembled remote-control helicopter allows beginners to test their flying skills indoors in large, open areas, and at heights up to 100′ outdoors. Equipped with operating navigational lights for nighttime flights, the toy helicopter has a counter-balanced rotational drive that keeps the dual coaxial rotors counter-synchronized for stability. The dual-frequency transmitter controls vertical movement up to a range of 200′ for four minutes before requiring a recharge on the included recharge pad, which revitalizes the built-in battery in five minutes.”

Check price and availability of the Day or Night Remote Control Helicopter at Hammacher Schlemmer.

The World’s Smallest Indoor Remote Control Helicopter

“This palm-sized helicopter has two contra-rotating coaxial rotors that use gyroscopic inertia to keep the copter balanced and two micro-motors that spin the rotors at varying speeds, resulting in precise and effortless 360 movement up to a range of 50′. Its sleek plastic frame has a tail boom, tail fin, and four landing legs, resulting in a small footprint, making it ideal for indoor flight.”

Check price and availability of the World’s Smallest Indoor Remote Control Helicopter at Hammacher Schlemmer.

The Most Maneuverable Indoor/Outdoor Helicopter“This is the remote controlled helicopter that can be maneuvered by beginning flight enthusiasts through doorways and hallways indoors, and up to a range of 1,000′ outdoors, because it has counter-rotating rotors that eliminate the unstabilizing effects of angular momentum, a condition common to all traditional helicopters. Unlike other dual-rotor toy helicopters that simply hover, this one uses motors that generate twice the torque of other motors, and it comes with a four channel transmitter with proportional throttle and trim settings that allow you to control the angle of attack of each rotor, which allows the helicopter to be precisely controlled up and down, rotated in-place left and right, pitched forward and backward, and rolled left and right.”

Check price and availability of the Most Maneuverable Helicopter at Hammacher Schlemmer.

The Mini-Helicopter with Remote Control

Real life helicopter styling. Fully asembled. Up & Down, Spin Tail Left & Right. Super lightweight airframe. Built-in rechargeable battery, comes with AC charger. Charges in just minutes. Requires 1 x 9V battery for remote control unit. Main blades diameter (apprx.) : 170 mm Height (apprx.) : 75 mm Width (apprx.) : 40 mm Suitable for all children aged 5 and above. Good idea as a gift for children.

Check price and availability of the Mini-Helicopter with Remote Control at the CellphoneShop.

My nephew saw the Zero Scaler Wall Car on TV the other day and it’s all he’s been talking about. And his dad, my brother, is totally thrilled because he’s just rubbing his hands in anticipation of “helping” my nephew test out his new toy come Christmas Day. Now the question is, who gets to buy it for them? It’s a great gift, and I always love buying gifts that people really want. Problem is, my sister-in-law feels the same way!

You can buy Zero Scaler Wall Car at Amazon:

“Have you ever seen someone or something literally drive up a wall? Now you can literally drive yourself up a wall at anytime with the incredible and unique remote control Zero Scaler Wall Car! When the Zero Scaler Wall Car becomes inclined at a 45° angle, it creates a vacuumed seal between itself and the angled surface. As a result, the Zero Scaler Wall Car zips up and down any flat vertical surface with no trouble whatsoever! Imagine if you could do that in your car the next time you’re stuck in traffic!”

Very very cool.

Check price and availability at Amazon.

This Home Video Poker Machine is the perfect thing to have around for the holidays. I mean, you could keep people entertained for hours! The question is, if they lose, are you going to return their money? And if they win, are they going to return the money? But all in all, this is definitely a fun gadget.

You can buy the Home Video Poker Machine at Hammacher Schlemmer.

“This tabletop video poker machine has 7 games for lifelike video poker play, similar to the machines found at casinos and it accepts 98% of the world’s coins. The backlit color LCD with touch screen promotes fast game play, while the casino sounds, automated scorekeeping, and jackpot flashing light with payout create an authentic gaming experience. Game modes include Draw, Deuces Wild, Bonus, Double Bonus, Double-Double Bonus, Joker’s Wild, and Double Joker’s Wild. Coin release button returns money at any time and machine can be used as a savings bank”

Check price and availability at Hammacher Schlemmer.

The PUMGO Skateboard might be the perfect skateboard for a much-loved kid on your gift list, but I’m leaning towards getting one for me - what a fun way to get some exercise in!

“There’s no need to push; just PUMP and GO! You never have to put your foot on the ground to move the PUMGO. Just rock back and forth on the board an off you’ll go!

Like regular skateboards PUMGO has a regular sized 7-ply deck and four wheels but that’s where the similarities end. These boards are completely push-free which allows you to drive the board forward simply by pumping the deck. A unique mechanism transfers this motion through a 4WD system that then propels the board. Not only is PUMGO fun its great exercise!”

Check price and availability at WonderfulBuys.

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This beautiful Rocking Horse Balance Toy is a motion sculpture that looks like it would be equally fun as a toy for an older child, or to add a whimsical touch to your home’s decor:

“Completely hand made from recycled metal, hand forged and painted. Each piece is hand waxed in the final stage to give it that warm and subtle shine. Colorful and whimsical décor; seasonal or year round. Each - Balance Toy - Motion Art and Sculpture comes with a numbered metal tag confirming that these are made in limited numbers.”

Check price and availability at the Museum Store Company.

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