Toyology

Darth Vader alarm clock - Sadly no DAB

So what if it only has AM/FM radio tuning, three sound effects to disturb you from your sleep and a red LED time display oozing from its eyes, this is Darth Vader by your bed for just $30 - Oh, and there's an audio jack for plugging inyour player and pumping the sounds through his head...Its no dock replacement  but this multi-talented head is set to fly, quicker than Jabba on a see-saw. Via Playthings.com

Monsters versus Aliens Ray Gun

Anyone who hasn't seen this animated treat should start shift shaping now and find the nearest cinema where it's still showing, Monsters VS Aliens is the best animation since Shrek first hit the screen.... In our humble opinion. There's a load of characters avalable from Play so you can recreate your best bits from the film or just have them sat atop your desk as interesting decoration. Our pick of the bunch however is this LED light flashing irritating sound making Ray Gun, zap your pals and see if they turn to mush, £12.99 from Toysrus

Chess game levels the playing field

Getting to grips with the greatest strategy game of all time can be tricky for those new to the board. No Stress Chess features a pack of cards that are used to indicate the moves that can be made with each and every piec so you'll know your Knights from your P(r)awns in no time, and so will your junior opponent... Then take all the credit for teaching them this sometimes tough to get to grips with game. Available now for around £10 HERE

Dinosaur in extinction

A mini ice-age has decended in the toy world today with the demise of Ugobe, the manufacturer behind the worlds cutest dinosaur PLEO..... Keep back for more news as we try and muster up enough cash at Toyology Towers to keep them alive.... more HERE

Scalextric revs up online activity

 

The slot car champions have gone all interactive with the launch of a superb online application on Facebook called My Garage. Users collect virtual carsand build up their car portfolio, all the while able to win vouchers to spend on tangible motors to add to their collection. They've also ramped up their blog so Scalextric fans can share views, offer hints and tips and keep up to date with akl the latest Scalextric kit. Finally, they're also uploading videos to a dedicated Youtube channel so fans get see all the kit in action.

Rubik's cube - A new twist

 

Add a dash of retro chic to the dining table with this pair of seasoning dispensers that pay homage to the infuriating cube. Give either one a twist and you'll only ever be a breath away from a fully solved cube, for the man (or woman) who has everything they are ideal. £11.99 each over at iwantoneofthose