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Meet Ollie

Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Meet Ollie by Sphero - packaging

There has been a recent addition to our family. Friends, meet Ollie. You may have seen his cousin causing up quite a stir last year. His name is Sphero. Both Ollie and Sphero are a remarkable breed of robot. Like Sphero, Ollie is controlled remotely using an app you can download onto your smart phone or tablet. While Spero is a fairly well-rounded robot and can swim in water, Ollie puts him to shame on the racetrack. Engineered for speed, programmed for tricks and driven by adrenaline, nothing quite compares to Ollie the speed-demon.

Meet Ollie by Sphero

So how fast are we talking here? Over three times as fast as Spero! Reaching speeds of over 14 MPH, Ollie leaves the average toy in the dust. You would think it would roll out of control given the speed but it is actually quite agile thanks to its totally tubular design. The best part? You can easily customize the tires and hubcaps using a variety of combinations and colours. Each Ollie comes with a base bot, fixed wheel rims, a set of removable tires and removable hubs. It also comes with a USB charging cord. The tires provide ultra grip for hard cornering but you could easily remove them and turn Ollie into a super drift machine.

Meet Ollie by Sphero - assembly

Within a matter of minutes, I had assembled our robot and downloaded the app onto my new LG G3 smart phone. Communicating via Bluetooth, the phone or tablet connects instantly with Ollie and acts as a remote, kind of like a joystick. Turn your device sideways to enter tricks mode and enjoy the light show courtesy of the built-in LED's.

Meet Ollie by Sphero - trick mode LG G3

Ollie's durable shell has been designed to withstand crashing so it is a great toy for kids and adults alike to enjoy outdoors. You can adjust the type of terrain as well as the speed limit using the settings on the app. With these adjustments, we have been playing with Ollie indoors on our main floor and use furniture as obstacles to steer around. We particularly enjoy turning off the lights and watching Ollie glow in the dark. It can get a little loud but it's good to know it has an hour of drive time before requiring a charge.

On a side note, our family recently watched Big Hero 6 in which the main character loves to build robots. I have a feeling that this movie will be very popular among kids and robots will be making the top of holiday wish lists this year. Just sayin'.

Ollie retails for $99.99 and is available for purchase on gosphero.com. While you're there, be sure to check out the video featuring some impressive tricks.

Win an Ollie Robot!

One lucky reader will win an Ollie robot by Sphero valued at $100! Complete the Rafflecopter form below for a chance to win. Open to Canadian residents only.

 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Disclosure: I received product to help facilitate this review. Any opinions expressed in this post are my own.

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Diana Mancuso

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91 COMMENTS

  1. Amy CNovember 18, 2014 at 6:01 AM

    I like that your smart phone works as the remote.

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  2. FloNovember 18, 2014 at 7:28 AM

    I love that it is controlled by an app and it can do tricks.

    Florence C

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  3. pinksuzanneNovember 18, 2014 at 9:42 AM

    I like how fast it can go.

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  4. UnknownNovember 18, 2014 at 11:05 AM

    I love that it can go anywhere!! My son loves to take Sphero to the park!! It would be so cool to get Ollie outside in the snow!

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    1. Diana MancusoNovember 18, 2014 at 11:10 AM

      Ollie would make a great companion for Sphero! Just remember though that, unlike Sphero, Ollie is not waterproof.

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    2. UnknownNovember 19, 2014 at 1:55 PM

      Oh no! That is one of the best features!! It's often how I convince my son to take a bath! He can take Sphero with him. They are both so cool though! He is only 3 and has completely mastered it!

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  5. gibberishNovember 18, 2014 at 11:14 AM

    I like that he is durable enough to use outdoors.
    My rafflecopter name is Julie G

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  6. UnknownNovember 18, 2014 at 11:15 AM

    I like the speed and you can set it for different terrain

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  7. AnonymousNovember 18, 2014 at 11:19 AM

    forget the kids I think my husband would love this for Christmas :)

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  8. gibberishNovember 18, 2014 at 11:26 AM

    I commented on the Transat Holidays - Cuban Taxi Surprise in Toronto post.
    Julie G

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  9. Annie1November 18, 2014 at 1:24 PM

    I love that it can be remotely controlled by a smart phone and I love that I can drive my cats nutsy with it!

    RAFFLECOPTER NAME is Anne Taylor

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  10. orangeNovember 18, 2014 at 2:27 PM

    Where's the 'envy' button?

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  11. Stephanie LaPlanteNovember 18, 2014 at 2:56 PM

    I love that it's connected to your phone

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  12. Lori's PlaceNovember 18, 2014 at 4:02 PM

    I love it's durable construction, and that it is ran by an app.

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  13. Judy CowanNovember 18, 2014 at 4:11 PM

    I love that it is run by an app on your phone and that it sounds like the entire family would love playing with it! (Judy Cowan)

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  14. UnknownNovember 18, 2014 at 5:58 PM

    I love that it is tough and durable! Thanks!

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  15. Sue2SueperNovember 18, 2014 at 6:27 PM

    I love that it moves so quick and is app controlled, lots of fun to be had.

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  16. marlibuNovember 18, 2014 at 6:30 PM

    I like that it's controlled by an app :)
    Marla

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  17. Kayla SchmitkeNovember 18, 2014 at 6:35 PM

    Love that your smart phone is the controller!

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  18. Wayne LecoyNovember 18, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    I am entering your giveaway.
    It would be great to win an Ollie robot by Sphero.
    In response to your question of What do you love most about Ollie?
    I love that Ollie's durable shell has been designed to withstand crashing
    so it is a great toy for kids and adults alike to enjoy outdoors.
    Thank you for having this giveaway!!!!!!!!!!

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  19. AmberNovember 18, 2014 at 6:54 PM

    I love that it;s made with a hard shell so you can really play with it and not worry so much about breaking it. I don't how many toys we've bought that broke all too soon. It feels like a waste of money when that happens

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  20. bellzNovember 18, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    I love that you can take the tire shells off to change the color.

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  21. DARLENE WNovember 18, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    It is easy to assemble and it changes colours with the changing up the tires and rims

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  22. BranNovember 18, 2014 at 7:33 PM

    It's pretty cool that it can do tricks. My eldest son would love this.

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  23. UnknownNovember 18, 2014 at 7:40 PM

    Takes a beating and keeps on working!

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  24. SkeesNovember 18, 2014 at 8:17 PM

    Virtually indestructible!

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  25. SusanNovember 18, 2014 at 8:35 PM

    I like the fact that Ollie is sturdy enough to withstand crashes and keep working!

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  26. ivy pluchinskyNovember 18, 2014 at 9:28 PM

    I love that its easy to assemble

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  27. JenniferNovember 18, 2014 at 9:32 PM

    I love that this robot could take all the punishment that my kids could dole out and keep on trucking!

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  28. DebbieNovember 18, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    It looks durable and easily controlled with the app.
    (Debbie W)

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  29. Andrea AmyNovember 18, 2014 at 10:26 PM

    I like that its controlled by an app :)

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  30. Dayna WNovember 18, 2014 at 11:04 PM

    I like that it glows!

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  31. JoelleNovember 18, 2014 at 11:10 PM

    Love that it is controlled with an app and a new generation of toys.

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  32. charityNovember 19, 2014 at 4:09 AM

    i like that you can use it indoor or outdoor

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  33. DebCNovember 19, 2014 at 9:14 AM

    Loving the total fun factor of this, and particularly appreciating its durability.

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  34. UnknownNovember 19, 2014 at 9:57 AM

    that it can do cool tricks

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  35. InezbyDesignNovember 19, 2014 at 3:09 PM

    It's fast and it glows! Can't get better than that.

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  36. Indah Nuria SavitriNovember 19, 2014 at 6:50 PM

    that's one cool looking robot indeed...cool tricks? it's a bonus.

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  37. TinatchickNovember 19, 2014 at 8:38 PM

    It's controlled by an app

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  38. Paula SchuckNovember 19, 2014 at 10:38 PM

    I love that it is controlled by an app on your phone - indestructible is awesome too but I'd have to see it to believe that.

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  39. nicolthepickle (Nicole Graham)November 20, 2014 at 6:13 AM

    I like that it's fast, and has tires for durability.

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  40. JulieNovember 20, 2014 at 8:44 AM

    I love that it can be remotely controlled by an app

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  41. flowerchildNovember 20, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    I love how fast it goes and that it lights up

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  42. JennpupNovember 20, 2014 at 2:49 PM

    I love that it is App controlled! :-)

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  43. JulieeNovember 20, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    I like that it goes fast and does tricks.

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  44. UnknownNovember 20, 2014 at 3:33 PM

    I would love this for my son! It goes fast, does tricks and he can control through his phone!

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  45. UnknownNovember 20, 2014 at 4:51 PM

    I love that it would keep my boys busy for hours!

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  46. AnonymousNovember 20, 2014 at 5:40 PM

    Wow... it's awesome!

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  47. Lori JBNovember 20, 2014 at 10:08 PM

    Just amazing. I love that it can be controlled with your smart phone

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  48. Hide C.November 21, 2014 at 9:42 PM

    I love that this toy appeals to multiple age groups.

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  49. Gene DNovember 22, 2014 at 11:34 PM

    i love that it is a simple toy

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  50. bobbiNovember 22, 2014 at 11:35 PM

    He looks durable and my kids need that.

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  51. BreeNovember 23, 2014 at 10:35 AM

    I like that it does tricks!

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  52. JaimeeMNovember 23, 2014 at 11:36 AM

    I love that ollie comes with so many accessories to amp up the fun

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  53. Victoria EssNovember 23, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    I love that I can remotely control it with my smart phone

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  54. UnknownNovember 23, 2014 at 8:46 PM

    I love that it is tough and durable. A must in this household!!!

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  55. UnknownNovember 24, 2014 at 7:50 AM

    I like that it's durable.

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  56. SilviaNovember 24, 2014 at 11:29 PM

    love that it is so durable and fast.. speeds of over 14 MPH..wow

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  57. j nelsonNovember 25, 2014 at 12:08 AM

    I love that it is recommended by educators and that there are resources which help move it away from being "just a fun toy."

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  58. Jackiekatie1105November 25, 2014 at 4:20 PM

    I love that it can be remotely controlled by a smart phone

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  59. Lisa SmithNovember 25, 2014 at 11:45 PM

    It looks really durable

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  60. notaquiterNovember 26, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    I like how fast it goes and its really durable

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  61. jennifer capinNovember 26, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    I like how it looks... so cool

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  62. UnknownNovember 27, 2014 at 7:42 AM

    The colours and the easy charge

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  63. Fan R.November 27, 2014 at 1:29 PM

    I like Ollie is controlled remotely using an app.

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  64. Erika ENovember 27, 2014 at 6:08 PM

    I love how fast Ollie can go!

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  65. Laurie PNovember 28, 2014 at 3:12 PM

    Love that it is app driven....my teen will have a blast!

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  66. Angie AndrewsNovember 29, 2014 at 2:07 PM

    I love that it can be used on all types of terrain and is controlled my an app on an ipod, iphone, etc

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  67. ErinDecember 2, 2014 at 1:47 AM

    I love so much that you can run it from your phone. My husband would love this so much.

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  68. ElenaDecember 2, 2014 at 2:25 PM

    I love that it can be controlled by my phone and it's also fast... looks like fun for the kids

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  69. Cathy CDecember 3, 2014 at 7:31 PM

    I love that it has the cool treds and can go up hills and around things An extreme Ollie and or cause that I can control it with my phone

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  70. CorieDecember 4, 2014 at 10:59 AM

    Pretty cool! I like that you can use your phone to control it

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  71. Darlene SchullerDecember 4, 2014 at 11:06 AM

    I love the tricks, & the durability of Ollie!

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  72. maryanneDecember 5, 2014 at 1:37 AM

    That you can program your own tricks!

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  73. AnonymousDecember 5, 2014 at 7:29 PM

    I have never owned a remote control toy, so this would be so neat to try.
    jan

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  74. jenn erinDecember 8, 2014 at 3:39 PM

    I love that you can operate this with your smartphone! - so neat!

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  75. Lisa A.December 8, 2014 at 11:56 PM

    I like its speed & durability but also because it is controlled by the app on your device. Fun!

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  76. wendy HuttonDecember 9, 2014 at 12:06 PM

    I love how durable Ollie is, kids can be rough on toys

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  77. UnknownDecember 9, 2014 at 3:47 PM

    I love that Adults and kids will have so much fun playing with it. Thank you for the great giveaway. Happy Holidays!

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  78. UnknownDecember 9, 2014 at 4:00 PM

    durability

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  79. mike kDecember 10, 2014 at 1:52 AM

    i love how there are many, many games for iphone that can work with the ollie and it really makes playing with your fun phone on so many new levels

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  80. Mark ShannonDecember 10, 2014 at 12:33 PM

    Anything about remote control toys has my vote!

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  81. RhondaDecember 11, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    It looks like adults will have fun along with the kids with Ollie!
    via Rhonda W G.

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  82. 409copeDecember 11, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    I like that Ollie works with my smartphone.

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  83. Caryn sDecember 11, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    I love how interactive Ollie is and that he does tricks!

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  84. UnknownDecember 11, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    I love that the Ollie is great for kids and adults and fast it zooms!

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  85. krisha44December 11, 2014 at 3:17 PM

    i love that it is controlled by an app! pretty cool

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  86. DarrahDecember 11, 2014 at 4:14 PM

    LOVE that its smart phone controlled.. SO cool

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  87. UnknownDecember 11, 2014 at 4:20 PM

    I love that you can use your smartphone or tablet to control him! My son would love this

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  88. MrDiscoDecember 11, 2014 at 10:23 PM

    i love that i can use my smartphone to control it

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  89. Laurie PJanuary 16, 2015 at 12:06 PM

    One of these is on it's way to my house....looking forward to using it!

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