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Flying object are always fascinating toys. Kids of all ages would like to play with such remote controlled toys. But because of the skills needed to control a flying object, these toys require kids to be of a certain age before they can play with them. One such toy is the WebRC XDrone Nano.

The WebRC XDrone Nano is a portable remote controlled quadcopter that can go up to 150 feet high and can reach speeds up to 20 miles per hour. It features a 6-axis gyroscope to provide the flying machine with extreme stability. The 2.4 GHz remote control allows users to control the XDrone to go in all directions. The rechargeable batteries provide enough power for 20 minutes of flying time. Optimum charge time is around 30 to 40 minutes. The WebRC XDrone Nano comes with a protective cage system that protects the propellers from collisions and crash landings. The remote control may take some time to learn and get accustomed to. Flying the quad copter is a great way to develop hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and a certain level of creativity doing some fling tricks with the XDrone. This quad copter is ideal from kids from 14 years old and above. It is available at Fat Brain Toys for $50.

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There are some toys that are not merely reserved for kids. Some may be considered as toys for the kids at heart. Nothing can be more appealing to both than the newest and the latest tech toys around. And for those who love toys that fly, the Revell Nano Quad is something worth expecting.

The Revell Nano Quad is a mini-quadcopter recently introduced at the London Toy Fair. The makers say that it is currently the world’s smallest quad copter. Making it this tiny is possible, thanks to advances in smartphone technology. The motors used on the Nano Quad actually started out as vibration motors used in smartphones. The digital gyroscope used to stabilize the quad copter in the air is also used to stabilize photos taken from a smartphone.

The Revell Nano Quad is small enough to fit into the palm of your hand. Battery life may be considered an issue since this tiny quad copter can fly for a five-minute duration for every 30-minute charge. The quad copter is controlled using a 2.4 GHz radio signal with a remote controller with a control range for up to 50 meters. The remote control uses two AAA batteries for power while the Nano Quad comes with a built-in lithium ion battery charged via USB. The Revell Nano Quad is now available for 35 UK Pounds or around $58.

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