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Iphone-Controlled RC Cars

The iKon RC Car is Controlled Using an Apple App

— April 19, 2011 — Tech
UK-based WOW! Stuff has given the remote-controlled car a 21st century makeover with the iKon RC. The iKon RC is an RC car designed specifically to be compatible with the iPhone, iPad and iPod.

The RC car seemed to be the one children's toy that was resistant to the march of technology. As other toys got more sophisticated and tech-savvy, the RC car got shinier wheels and faster engines. The iKon RC is perhaps the most tech-savvy of all RC cars, being controlled buy a "dongle" attached to your i-device and an app. WOW! Stuff has plans to make the iKon RC compatible with all smartphone operating systems soon, which should be good news to the kiddies with Blackberrys and Droids who were possibly on the verge of tears but a moment ago.

No release date or price has been set yet, but you can drool off these conceptual shots as you count the indefinite number of days until the iKon RC's release date.
Trend Themes
1. Smartphone-controlled Toys - The iKon RC car demonstrates the trend of using smartphones to control traditional toys, presenting opportunities for innovation in other toy categories.
2. Compatibility with Multiple Operating Systems - WOW! Stuff's plan to make the iKon RC compatible with all smartphone operating systems highlights the trend of ensuring cross-platform compatibility, opening up new markets and potential partnerships.
3. Integration of Apps and Dongles - The iKon RC's use of an app and dongle for control signifies the trend of integrating hardware and software for a seamless user experience, suggesting opportunities for similar innovations in other consumer electronics.
Industry Implications
1. Toy - The iKon RC car's tech-savvy features disrupt the traditional remote-controlled car industry by introducing smartphone compatibility and innovative control mechanisms.
2. Mobile Technology - The iKon RC's use of smartphone integration showcases the potential disruption and opportunities for innovation within the mobile technology industry.
3. Consumer Electronics - The integration of apps and dongles in the iKon RC presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the consumer electronics industry by creating more interactive and customizable user experiences.
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