September 10, 2012 at 18:44Miniature technology on the iPhone-control
In childhood, almost everyone had miniature remote control equipment.
True, the models were short-lived and lacked them for a maximum of two weeks. If you still haven’t bought a good radio toy, then it's time to give yourself a suitable model. But, it is worthwhile to warn you in advance that we will not talk about radio-controlled toys at all. “IPhone-driven” models are now much more relevant.
The “black sharks” flying around the house will certainly bring a lot of trouble, for sure they will cause the collapse of some heaped heirloom. But is it possible to cancel the flight due to some unnecessary vase? Definitely not.
For flight control, you need to download a special application in the AppStore. Although the program has a convenient interface that allows you to quickly understand everything, mastery will come to you only with time. Management tied to the position of the gyroscope - Motion, requires a lot of skill. Learning to fly better with a conventional joystick, this will allow you to better navigate in space and less likely to get into emergency situations. There is one very interesting function in the application, you can save up to three flight routes in memory and recreate them in the future with just one click of a button.
The toy is particularly durable and can easily withstand hard falls and accidental collisions. The helicopter has an auto-landing function, which allows you to land quickly and easily - this is very convenient at first when you just start to master control.
Dimensions: length - 197 mm, blade span - 184 mm
Flight time: 10 min
Charging time: 35 min
The kit comes with 2 spare blades, a special controller that connects to your gadget through the headphone jack (TRS), 1 spare tail rotor, ammunition is also supplied in the amount of 6 unguided air-to-surface missiles.
Price: $ 59
You can see here - here , make an order here .
The IHelecopters.net website provides several models of controlled helicopters that differ in size and design. The operating time without recharging for 8-10 minutes remains unchanged for everyone and the control method is a device on Android or iOS. Price from $ 59.95 to $ 69.95
After downloading and installing the application from the AppStore, you select the appropriate model (the program also works with "combat" models), as well as the control method. There are two control options: the first is a classic using the joystick emulator, the second using a gyroscope. As mentioned above, it is better for beginners to start with a regular joystick. According to experienced pilots, the main danger for the device is not a fall, but a collision with the ceiling, use the joystick and you can easily avoid this. After you fill your hand, feel free to switch to the “Motion” mode, overcome obstacles and perform simple aerobatics. The application works great on iOS, your Apple gadget will not reboot and freeze.
In addition to "civilian" models, iHelecopter produces "combat" helicopters. They differ in body and can fire. Shooting is carried out by missiles, the kit includes 6 warheads.
Each Price - $ 69.95
Oddly enough, the toy does not bother for a long time. With experience, your flights will become more "extreme", and the helicopter will become truly multi-purpose.
Communication between the smartphone and the aircraft is carried out using an IR transmitter, which is included in each set. There are also 2 spare blades and 2 tail rotors.
You can choose a model on the company's website: ihelicopters.net.
iHelecopter, contrary to its name, produce not only helicopters. On the website you can buy a BMW X6, Audi Q7 or Audi R8 and not think about insurance and transport tax.
Machines from iHelecopter are particularly powerful, their speed is enough to perform the most difficult tricks - it all depends on your professionalism. You can safely take them to the street and not be afraid of collisions and upheavals - do not occupy reliability with these models. The battery lasts for an entire hour, so you don’t have to worry that the device will quickly discharge. The size of the toys is made on a scale of 1 to 20, i.e. the length of the machine does not exceed 30 centimeters.
General characteristics
All models have the same signal reception range - 20 meters.
The radio frequency transmitter can operate on three different channels, this allows you to arrange races with two more drivers.
To work, 4 batteries 1.5V AA are required, they are not supplied.
Charging time 60 minutes
Operating time: transmitter 60 minutes, machine 60 minutes
Models differ only in design and dimensions.
The price is the same for everyone: $ 59.95
You can choose here: ihelicopters.net
Silverlit produces exact replicas of the legendary Ferrari sports cars on a 1:50 scale.
All models are made as realistic as possible, and completely imitate the original. To issue copies of Ferrari, the company even received a special license from the car company.
Among connoisseurs of this type of technology, these models are especially popular. This is not surprising: the toy, with external fragility, is in fact very strong and reliable. The copy was made as detailed as possible: even the emergency gang works.
It differs from models of this type in high speed and amazing maneuverability. On Youtube, you can see reviews of the lucky owners, though in English.
Of all the applications for managing miniature models, the most interesting is this option. The design of the application mimics the dashboard of a Ferrari. In the screenshot you can see two devices - a speedometer and a tachometer. They are not made for beauty, at the moment of movement they display speed and number of revolutions. The maximum speed is 10 meters per second, that is 36 kilometers per hour, which is not bad at all for a miniature model. You can control it with the help of a gyroscope and with the help of a joystick. The first option for more advanced drivers, the second is familiar and understandable to everyone. If you want to avoid unnecessary scratches - learn to ride with the joystick.
For communication, it is not IR that is used, but Bluetooth, so additional devices are not needed. The signal reception range for this model is 15-20 meters.
The price for all models is the same. Ferrari California or Enzo , or Fiarano will cost you $ 24.99 .
Dexim Monster Truck is a powerful truck that is not afraid of collisions with walls and legs. This monster works only with iOS devices, it is controlled using the free application available in the AppStore. Communication is carried out using IR, for this an adapter is used, which is supplied.
Dexim Monster Truck is easy to drive and has a large margin of safety, this allows you to perform a huge number of interesting tricks and not be afraid for the safety of your car. Unlike other toys, this monster feels great on the street and has a high cross, you can ride not only on smooth asphalt, but also on the ground.
The application allows you to control the machine using the built-in gyroscope - the tilt of your gadget. The range of signal reception is 12-15 meters.
The truck charges via USB. For those cases when there is no computer nearby, you can use 3 AAA batteries. And he knows how to dance: three built-in presets, allow you to perform rhythmic movements to music: ZigZag, Spin or Dance.
You can order a “tractor” on Amazon for $ 49.94
For the iPhone, not only miniature models of helicopters and cars are produced, there are a large number of gadgets with a wide variety of transportation methods, the most interesting are presented below.
This is a plastic sphere equipped with LED-backlight, the color of which is easy to change. You can control it with a touchscreen or accelerator. There are several official apps available on the AppStore to manage this fancy gadget.
Tank bot that can work in several modes. In the offline mode, infrared sensors are used, due to which the movement becomes unhindered. In bot mode, the tank will move independently and aimlessly, you can control it yourself by downloading the application from the AppStore.
Real gun with remote control. True, the lethal force of the shells is zero. You can safely open fire on any targets - nothing terrible will happen, it will only be fun.
These "floating" fish cause delight in children and adults. The toy reproduces the movement of fish in water so accurately that not only children, but also adults look at the smooth movements of flying fish and cannot believe their eyes.
This is a quadrocopter (a helicopter with four screws). In addition to excellent flight performance, the device can shoot video. You can program the flight path and the gadget will record the video on a predetermined area.
With this underwater camera you can make a film no worse than Jacques Cousteau or find some kind of treasure. The device is equipped with a camera that allows you to shoot video in high resolution, and LED lights for shooting in the dark.
True, the models were short-lived and lacked them for a maximum of two weeks. If you still haven’t bought a good radio toy, then it's time to give yourself a suitable model. But, it is worthwhile to warn you in advance that we will not talk about radio-controlled toys at all. “IPhone-driven” models are now much more relevant.
Helicopters
Helo tc assault
The “black sharks” flying around the house will certainly bring a lot of trouble, for sure they will cause the collapse of some heaped heirloom. But is it possible to cancel the flight due to some unnecessary vase? Definitely not.
Control
For flight control, you need to download a special application in the AppStore. Although the program has a convenient interface that allows you to quickly understand everything, mastery will come to you only with time. Management tied to the position of the gyroscope - Motion, requires a lot of skill. Learning to fly better with a conventional joystick, this will allow you to better navigate in space and less likely to get into emergency situations. There is one very interesting function in the application, you can save up to three flight routes in memory and recreate them in the future with just one click of a button.
Specifications
The toy is particularly durable and can easily withstand hard falls and accidental collisions. The helicopter has an auto-landing function, which allows you to land quickly and easily - this is very convenient at first when you just start to master control.
Dimensions: length - 197 mm, blade span - 184 mm
Flight time: 10 min
Charging time: 35 min
The kit comes with 2 spare blades, a special controller that connects to your gadget through the headphone jack (TRS), 1 spare tail rotor, ammunition is also supplied in the amount of 6 unguided air-to-surface missiles.
Price: $ 59
You can see here - here , make an order here .
iHelecopter
The IHelecopters.net website provides several models of controlled helicopters that differ in size and design. The operating time without recharging for 8-10 minutes remains unchanged for everyone and the control method is a device on Android or iOS. Price from $ 59.95 to $ 69.95
Control
After downloading and installing the application from the AppStore, you select the appropriate model (the program also works with "combat" models), as well as the control method. There are two control options: the first is a classic using the joystick emulator, the second using a gyroscope. As mentioned above, it is better for beginners to start with a regular joystick. According to experienced pilots, the main danger for the device is not a fall, but a collision with the ceiling, use the joystick and you can easily avoid this. After you fill your hand, feel free to switch to the “Motion” mode, overcome obstacles and perform simple aerobatics. The application works great on iOS, your Apple gadget will not reboot and freeze.
"Combat" helicopters
In addition to "civilian" models, iHelecopter produces "combat" helicopters. They differ in body and can fire. Shooting is carried out by missiles, the kit includes 6 warheads.
Each Price - $ 69.95
Oddly enough, the toy does not bother for a long time. With experience, your flights will become more "extreme", and the helicopter will become truly multi-purpose.
Communication between the smartphone and the aircraft is carried out using an IR transmitter, which is included in each set. There are also 2 spare blades and 2 tail rotors.
You can choose a model on the company's website: ihelicopters.net.
Cars
iHelecopter, contrary to its name, produce not only helicopters. On the website you can buy a BMW X6, Audi Q7 or Audi R8 and not think about insurance and transport tax.
Machines from iHelecopter are particularly powerful, their speed is enough to perform the most difficult tricks - it all depends on your professionalism. You can safely take them to the street and not be afraid of collisions and upheavals - do not occupy reliability with these models. The battery lasts for an entire hour, so you don’t have to worry that the device will quickly discharge. The size of the toys is made on a scale of 1 to 20, i.e. the length of the machine does not exceed 30 centimeters.
General characteristics
All models have the same signal reception range - 20 meters.
The radio frequency transmitter can operate on three different channels, this allows you to arrange races with two more drivers.
To work, 4 batteries 1.5V AA are required, they are not supplied.
Charging time 60 minutes
Operating time: transmitter 60 minutes, machine 60 minutes
Models differ only in design and dimensions.
The price is the same for everyone: $ 59.95
You can choose here: ihelicopters.net
Indoor Ferrari
Silverlit produces exact replicas of the legendary Ferrari sports cars on a 1:50 scale.
All models are made as realistic as possible, and completely imitate the original. To issue copies of Ferrari, the company even received a special license from the car company.
Among connoisseurs of this type of technology, these models are especially popular. This is not surprising: the toy, with external fragility, is in fact very strong and reliable. The copy was made as detailed as possible: even the emergency gang works.
It differs from models of this type in high speed and amazing maneuverability. On Youtube, you can see reviews of the lucky owners, though in English.
Control
Of all the applications for managing miniature models, the most interesting is this option. The design of the application mimics the dashboard of a Ferrari. In the screenshot you can see two devices - a speedometer and a tachometer. They are not made for beauty, at the moment of movement they display speed and number of revolutions. The maximum speed is 10 meters per second, that is 36 kilometers per hour, which is not bad at all for a miniature model. You can control it with the help of a gyroscope and with the help of a joystick. The first option for more advanced drivers, the second is familiar and understandable to everyone. If you want to avoid unnecessary scratches - learn to ride with the joystick.
For communication, it is not IR that is used, but Bluetooth, so additional devices are not needed. The signal reception range for this model is 15-20 meters.
The price for all models is the same. Ferrari California or Enzo , or Fiarano will cost you $ 24.99 .
Truck Dexim Monster Truck
Dexim Monster Truck is a powerful truck that is not afraid of collisions with walls and legs. This monster works only with iOS devices, it is controlled using the free application available in the AppStore. Communication is carried out using IR, for this an adapter is used, which is supplied.
Dexim Monster Truck is easy to drive and has a large margin of safety, this allows you to perform a huge number of interesting tricks and not be afraid for the safety of your car. Unlike other toys, this monster feels great on the street and has a high cross, you can ride not only on smooth asphalt, but also on the ground.
The application allows you to control the machine using the built-in gyroscope - the tilt of your gadget. The range of signal reception is 12-15 meters.
The truck charges via USB. For those cases when there is no computer nearby, you can use 3 AAA batteries. And he knows how to dance: three built-in presets, allow you to perform rhythmic movements to music: ZigZag, Spin or Dance.
You can order a “tractor” on Amazon for $ 49.94
Other iPhone-Controlled Gadgets
For the iPhone, not only miniature models of helicopters and cars are produced, there are a large number of gadgets with a wide variety of transportation methods, the most interesting are presented below.
Smartphone Controlled Ball by Sphero
This is a plastic sphere equipped with LED-backlight, the color of which is easy to change. You can control it with a touchscreen or accelerator. There are several official apps available on the AppStore to manage this fancy gadget.
Tankbot by Desc Pets
Tank bot that can work in several modes. In the offline mode, infrared sensors are used, due to which the movement becomes unhindered. In bot mode, the tank will move independently and aimlessly, you can control it yourself by downloading the application from the AppStore.
iLaunch Thunder by Dream Cheeky
Real gun with remote control. True, the lethal force of the shells is zero. You can safely open fire on any targets - nothing terrible will happen, it will only be fun.
Flying fish
These "floating" fish cause delight in children and adults. The toy reproduces the movement of fish in water so accurately that not only children, but also adults look at the smooth movements of flying fish and cannot believe their eyes.
iPhone controlled Parrot AR drone 2.0
This is a quadrocopter (a helicopter with four screws). In addition to excellent flight performance, the device can shoot video. You can program the flight path and the gadget will record the video on a predetermined area.
Aquabotix Hydroview Robot Submarine
With this underwater camera you can make a film no worse than Jacques Cousteau or find some kind of treasure. The device is equipped with a camera that allows you to shoot video in high resolution, and LED lights for shooting in the dark.