LittleBits, a New York-based startup that developed a system of electronic modules that snap together to make simple electronics projects, announced Wednesday that it has raised $3.65 million in new funding and forged a critical partnership with supply chain management company PCH International. Read more »
Forget virtual worlds and children’s apps: London-based startup Makielab thinks the toys of the future will be 3D printed and totally customized — and it’s raised a significant round of seed investment to start preparing to play with the big kids. Read more »
Tech toys used to refer to fancy gadgets, but the phrase now describes actual toys. At SXSW I stumbled (quite literally) across Sphero, a ball that contains a gyroscope, an accelerometer, Bluetooth and an array of lights controlled by a smartphone or tablet. Read more »
London design consultancy BERG has spent the last couple of years carving out a strong reputation with its futuristic films and approach to innovative-but-tasteful technology. But it doesn’t just want to build ideas: now it’s moving into making products. Read more »
Just when you thought the weekend couldn’t get any better, along comes a selection of the freshest picks from the App Store. This week I’ve selected four playful picks for you to toy with over the weekend. It’s not all fun and games, though, as before […] Read more »
Imagine having a robot that carries your iPod, dances, and chases you around the house? Almost sounds as though you’ve stepped into the future where robots rule. If you like gadgets check out the one Sega-Hasbro has created. It’s an A.M.P (Automated Music Personality) or Ampbot. […] Read more »
