Netbooks are selling well, but the Japanese know exactly how to market to the person who doesn’t want a Netbook, but does want something with Rilakumma, a Japanese cartoon bear, on the back. More »
In case you’ve got a niece or nephew that’s hankering for an Elmo Live, but you personally can’t stand the strangely frightening little muppet, why not get them animatronic wild animals from Japan that are, in my opinion, much cuter. Made by Bandai Namco, these cuddly robots react to petting and hugging, blink and open their mouths independently, and fall asleep, emitting a gentle snore, if you ignore them for five minutes. Comes in Lion, Panda, Polar Bear and Snow Leopard flavors for roughly $US85 each. Impress]
