‘The event drew a considerable, optimistic crowd and showcased thousands of compelling playthings from our industry’s most creative toymakers,’ says the TIA’s Marian Bossard. The Toy Industry Association’s ...
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While the original 1985 bear told stories through a rear-loading cassette system, the new Teddy Ruxpin comes with bluetooth technology, LCD eyes and over 40 animated expressions. Wicked Cool Toys has unveiled the new Teddy Ruxpin at this ...
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''We are thrilled that next year we will not have the same overlap in dates with the Los Angeles previews," said Jay Foreman, chair of TIA's Trade Show Committee. The Toy Industry Association has dated next year’s Fall Toy Preview ...
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Execs from the likes of Hasbro, Jazwares and Spin Master are lined up to speak. Women in Toys, Licensing & Entertainment has detailed the speakers and industry experts who will be participating in its annual WIT Empowerment Day event. ...
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New range consists of 18 Minidoodles, a collection of Megadoodles and plush characters based on the popular gaming app. Lima Sky has unveiled its first range of Doodle Jump toys in an exclusive launch with Toys R Us stores across the US. ...
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Pre-registered buyers total more than 600 for October showcase. This year's TIA annual Fall Toy Preview runs from October 7th to 9th, with registration of buyers looking particularly healthy. Buyers from several major retailers have ...
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Zuru has signed a global exclusive deal with Kickstarter hit Bunch O Balloons and will launch the product in spring 2015. The Kickstarter campaign raised close to $1 million dollars and the concept 'takes water balloon fights to the next ...
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Wow Packs are the world's 'first ever R/C animated backpacks' from toy maker Wow Stuff. The Wow Packs have a remote control located in the strap which, when pressed, activate different responses from animated characters. Two characters ...
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Mary Couzin is so game to support the toy industry. This weekend's Chicago Toy & Game Fair — and a growing list of side events — is part of Couzin's efforts to bring attention to toy and game creators. Founder of ...
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