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Hot New Toys - Releases for 2008
Hot new toys are released every year, some are such big hits with so much demand that the toy manufacturers can't even keep up with the fans. Some hot toys with such a following become old news but then can make a comeback after a few years, the Cabbage Patch Doll is a good example of this. But the old favorites always rule, and they sometimes reappear with a fresh new twist, such as the Barbie doll who is given a new look every season.
If you're looking for a childs birthday or Christmas present and you're not sure what to buy, take a look at our list of hot new toy releases for 2008 to give you some ideas. We are always updating this list with the newest and hottest toy releases as they are announced in the news, so check back often!
Choose your childs age group below:
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 12 months & Up

Baby can hop on this interactive pony and ride out an incredible learning journey. The Smart Bounce and Spin Pony is a learning toy that encourages physical movement and interacts with the television. The Pony uses a wireless IR device to connect with the TV, delivering an animated learning adventure across three levels of play and five learning scenes. Baby interacts by bouncing up and down and spinning a roller ball on the handle bars. Sound effects, music and animations respond to your child's movements as she plays.
Parents choose the level of play and audio options using the IR device, and baby can explore all five locations by pressing a forward button that loops sequentially through the learning scenes. For non-TV play, baby can enjoy sound effects and songs as she rides the pony.......more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 18 months & Up

Is it live or is it Elmo Live? For the first time ever, in this truly life-like creation, Elmo really appears to be speaking as his mouth opens and closes just like a muppet. His mannerisms are right on target and his head bobbles back and forth as he speaks. Elmo waves his arms, sits and stands, and even crosses his legs while telling stories and jokes, singing songs and playing games. Children can activate the magic with a tickle or a squeeze of Elmo's foot, tummy, back or nose.......more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 3 & Up

Loaded with cutting-edge animatronics features, Kota is a lifelike pet from the past. Kota will quickly become your preschooler's best friend, and his realistic features will leave kids in awe! Measuring over 40" long, tots can sit on Kota for some rompin' stompin' dino adventures. A hidden handle and spring-loaded seat provide a fun and safe ride. Kota's tail, head, eyes, horns and mouth are animated, and he comes with a fun music mode so riders can trounce along to dino songs. When he's hungry, kids can feed him special leaves and he'll be happy......more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 4 & Up

It’s just another day at the park for you and your pony pal – the amusement park, that is! – with this fun-filled playset. There’s always lots to do with three play areas in one! Walk your pony through the turnstile and let the fun begin. Press the button and watch the amusement park come “alive”, with lights, sounds and even the motion of a spinning Ferris wheel! There are even fun games for your PONYVILLE pony to play. Help her win a carnival prize while playing the milk bottle toss. Got a ticket to ride? Slide the pony figure into the roller coaster car and send her down the track. Or let your pony friend set sail on a swinging boat ride! And what could be sweeter than a trip to the ice cream parlor? Bring your pony pal for a “tasty” pony treat. Open the ice cream parlor top and discover a food court for even more replenishment after a long day of thrills and spills! The fun and surprises don’t end until you turn out the lights at this adventure-filled amusement park! Park includes 1 pony figure, ice cream parlor playset, roller coaster playset, Ferris wheel playset, and play accessories, including table, roller coaster car, boat, soda can, popcorn, French fries, ice cream cone, hot dog, tray, sunscreen bottle, giraffe and teddy bear.
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Exposed to gamma radiation, the Hulk is experiencing incredible strength. The vein-popping, gritted-tooth superhero is ready to take on the enemy. The question is…are you? With “rippling” muscles and an intense look of Hulk fury, this awesome Hulk figure is dressed in his cut-off shorts. Press the button on his stomach to hear Hulk phrases and roaring sounds. Squeeze his legs for smashing action and watch his eyes “glow” in “gamma charged” mode. Based on the character from the motion picture, this mighty action figure is ready to unleash a Hulk-sized smash attack. ....more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 5 & Up

This ultra-realistic FurReal pup is the perfect first pet for any little girl or boy. Biscuit responds to you and obeys six different commands: sit, lie down, sit up, beg and speak. He'll also give you a paw when you ask if he wants a treat. Biscuit's soft, cuddly fur and puppy-dog eyes will instantly win you over. Sitting pup measures 21" tall. Requires six "D" batteries, not included......more info

Interactive Hot Wheels fun! Race your friends. Shift your Hot Wheels experience into high gear. Become the ultimate extreme racer! The HotWheels.com Turbo Driver is an online game controller that gives boys access to Race The World, an exclusive racing game. It also works with more than 20 cool games hosted on HotWheels.com! The player works with 8 different Car-Tridge vehicles, one of which comes with the controller, with the other 7 sold separately. When loaded into the controller, the Car-Tridge shows up on screen and enables a boy to race with all the attributes of that exact car. Each car works best in one of 8 environments in the game, so choose the best one and conquer each level... to become the ultimate extreme racer! ....more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 6 & Up

Recreate a world of glamourous fashion and music with your own singing Taylor Swift doll. Sing along to "Our Song" with this doll. ....more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 7 & Up

It's the electronic game that's as fast as you are. Test your speed and agility in a race against time using five targets and an electronic handheld unit. To start, set up your targets on the table, around the room, around the house or throughout the yard. Then, follow the announcer's commands as you zip around your racecourse to tag your targets with the handheld unit. The fastest time wins. Features four game modes that challenge your speed, skill, memory, coordination and teamwork. Includes ergonomically designed Hyper Dash unit and five labelled targets.....more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 8 & Up

With a transmitter designed to look like motorcycle handlebars, this R/C cycle puts instant wheelie power in your hands. It can do wheelies on command! It also does great stunts like jumps, rolls, and spin outs, and just keep on going. It tears up the terrain like nothing else on just two wheels. The Wheelie Cycle gives you amazing stunt cycle action with realistic tilt-motion controls that feel and respond like the real thing.......more info

Indoor R/C racing has never seen anything quite like this. This zero-gravity micro racer is a full-function R/C car that knows no difference between the floor, the walls and the ceiling! It races right-side up, upside-down, and any other smooth surface, all with outstanding scale speed and performance. Working headlights act as charge level indicators, so you know when it's time to recharge.......more info

Interactive handheld and online game powered by physical activity. It uses these points to play higher levels and gain new assets on the handheld game. Plug the handheld game into the computer for access to a fully 3D online immersive game world. This ME2 can be used as a clock, alarm and reminder when closed; as a handheld game when open. It has an incredible graphics and sound...more info
Hot New Toy Releases Ages 10 & Up

THe might be pocket-sized, but this miniature high-tech humanoid robot packs a huge punch. i-SOBOT is a 6.5-inch biped bot that's fully articulated, features voice command recognition and can speak a vocabulary of over 200 words and phrases. What's more, he can dance, perform his own special karate moves complete with self sound effects, and can motor forwards, backward, side-to-side or diagonally. He'll even lay down when he's had enough - and get back up again when it's time to go.....more info
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