Piquing our Geek: The Moff Band sound effect bracelet for kids.

by Kate Etue | Tech Toys

We’re always drawn to interesting tech toys here, and right now we’re a bit fascinated by the new Moff band. Designed by a Japanese firm (thus, the various spellings of guitar), the band promises to turn any object, real or imaginary, into a toy using...

The LEGOLAND model builder challenge: Enter or just gawk like us.

by Julie | Tech Toys

Well of course we’re obsessed with the LEGOLAND Model Builder Challenge. Our kids are all big fans of LEGO, and so are we, especially the blocks aren’t underfoot or getting sucked up by the vacuum. The LEGO Movie was a huge hit, and LEGOLAND California...

A Doctor Who Mr. Potato Head. Perfect if Mash Smith is your favorite Doctor.

by Delilah S. Dawson | Tech Toys

Even if you’re not a Doctor Who fan, you’ve got to love this Doctor Who Mr. Potato Head (Dr. Potato Head?) with a fez. And if you are a Doctor Who fan, did you see the perfect little sonic screwdriver? Let me tell you: with that many eyes, this spud...

Subscription boxes for kids get smarter with crafty science kits from Appleseed Lane

by Liz Gumbinner | Tech Toys

With the explosion of monthly subscription boxes, we’ve gotten uber picky about the ones we recommend. Especially subscription boxes for kids, since no one wants to give a lame birthday gift. Worth a look: the brand new Appleseed Lane monthly subscription boxes...

Wake up with your favorite Lego Movie minifigures. Without the pain of having them sleep with you.

by Liz Gumbinner | Tech Toys

As much as we joke about permanent Lego block indents in the soles our feet, we’re all big Lego fans around here. And with the success of The Lego Movie, here comes the merchandising! Not that I’m complaining. I would totally love a Wyldstyle Lego...

The littleBits Synth Kit maker toy lets kids pump up the volume

by Christina Refford | Tech Toys

We’ve been fans of littleBits, the creative, magnetic, electronic maker toy, for quite a while. Though now that it’s turning our kids into rock stars with their littleBits Synth Kit, we’re total groupies. This is one very satisfying toy with so many...

Sphero 2.0 brings a whole new meaning to playing with a ball

by Jeana | Tech Toys

Mamas of my generation will immediately recognize the phrase: Mom always said, don’t play ball in the house. Funny how decades after those Brady Bunch days, I am still reminded of that phrase every time I see my kids–yeah. Playing ball in the house. But...

11 of the cutest geeky baby gifts for your future Star Wars-loving, Nintendo-mastering coder

by Liz Gumbinner | Babies

If you’re looking for an awesome geeky baby gift for a kid who you’re hoping will grow up to be the next Marissa Mayer or George Lucas or Carl Sagan, as luck will have it, there’s a ton. From onesies to nursery decor and board books, here are just a...

The coolest new gadgets for kids: Editors’ Best Tech of 2013

by Cool Mom Team | Babies, Editors' Picks of the Year

Tracking down the coolest new gadgets for kids is one of our great joys as both parents and picky consumers. Each year sees a ton of launches, but not all of them make it to the next. Here, our very favorite launches of 2013 which both kids and parents can feel good...

ROMO, the robotic pet, comes in peace. And, unlike a puppy, he won’t shed on the furniture

by Christina Refford | Tech Toys

If your kids are no longer enchanted by SIRI, there’s a new robot in town that is ready to enter their iPhone and make things fun again. Known as ROMO, this programmable robotic pet is part educational, part adorable, and part little fun plaything to crawl after...