Hexbug Micro Robot Toys
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The hexbug robots are the hottest little toys around! They are both fun and educational-- you can't beat that combination. They are fascinating to both kids and adults. The Nano's are really small-- just one inch of sheer fun!
Below is a collection of all the different models of hexbugs out there. Take a look and see if you don't agree that these little robots are really cool. They will provide hours of fun and are only limited by the imagination.
Details for above image: Hexbug Spider
Hexbug is a micro-creature toy robot inspired by BEAM technology. Hexbug has a few simple behaviors. Once switched on, Hexbug will move forward with a classic alternating tripod gait. If an obstruction touches either of the antennae, or if it detects a loud sound it will back up to the left and then continue forward. The name Hexbug, however, has more to do with the shape of the packaging it is sold in than the number of legs it has.
The nano series, which acts very similarly to a bug in that it will flip itself over if it is placed on its back. It has an off-set motor in it which causes it to vibrate.Crawling bugs that behaves like real bugs. Flips over by itself. Fits in your hand.
Hexbug Original Micro-Robotic Creature
the micro-robotic bug that started it all!

Designed to look and behave like real bugs, Hexbugs are actually very cool little robots designed to react to touch and sound.
When you set them in motion, they travel forward on their tiny rubber-tipped feet. When they hit an obstacle or hear a loud noise, they back up in a half circle and move forward in a different direction.
Hexbug Original comes in 5 distinct versions and colors: Alpha, Bravo, Charlie, Delta, and Echo. Real fun with real science. Hexbugs are designed with two touch-sensitive antennae that sense obstacles and direct them to reverse and change direction on their six articulated legs. They're even sound-sensitive! Use noise to control where it scurries!
Each Hexbug Original measures approximately 2 1/4" x 3" x 1" . Uses 1 AG13 button cell battery (included). Collect all five Hexbug Originals now swarming!
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Hexbug Original Micro-Robotic Creature
Hexbug Crab

Hexbug Crab
This tiny robotic crab is battery-powered and moves almost like a real, live crustacean. It is designed to avoid bright lights and hide in dark spots by way of a photodetector. It will move around until it finds a dark place, then stops. It will also move in reaction to loud noises. Unlike other autonomous Hexbug models, the crab will change direction randomly rather than waiting for an obstacle Uses AG13/LR44 alkaline batteries. Batteries Included.
Ages 8 and up. 2" x 2.5"
Hexbug Inchworm
is a remote controlled robot!

Hexbug Inchworm
Watch the Inchworms, robotic creepy crawlers, scurry across the floor with just a clap. Touch and sound activated, their antennas help them feel their way around, avoiding any obstacles by backing up in a half circle and continuing in a different direction!
Hexbug Ant
Hexbug Ant micro-robotic creature is built for speed!

Hexbug Ant
Catch the high-speed Hexbug Ant... if you can! This Hexbug may look like a big, colorful ant, but its actually a very cool little robot built for speed! It's the fastest Hexbug yet-- zooming forward on its 6 spinning wheel legs until its front antennae and rear wire sensor detect anything in its path and direct it to reverse direction. Let your ant run free, race it with other ants, or create mazes and paths for it to travel. There's always a new and different way to play with the Hexbug Ant!
Nano is the robotic creature that behaves like a real bug!
Hexbug Nano
the smallest micro-robotic creature!

Designed to look and behave like a real bug, Nano is actually a very cool little robot that uses the physics of vibration to propel itself along and explore its environment. It runs, it skitters in all directions, it flips over and then pops back on its feet like a real bug. There's no telling what Nano will do next! Real fun with real science. Let your Nano run free or build a special Nano habitat and keep a whole family of Nanos.
Start a Nano nation! The possibilities are endless... and so is the fun. Visit the Hexbug website to register and track your Nano, play games with other collectors, download photos, and learn more about robotic science. Nanos measure approx. 1" long, with batteries included. Order a swarm today!
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Hexbug Nano

Hexbug Nano Glow-in-the-Dark
Same as the Nano, but also glows in the dark! Collectible colors. All Nano specimens come in a test tube container with its own serial number.
The Hands and Stars Website
have fun, compete and learn with your Hexbug Nanos

What is Hands and Stars?
Register your Hexbug Nano by using the serial number that is inside the test tube your Nano came in. Answer quiz questions about great scientists in history, achieve levels in an online game and use scientific principles to build your own virtual Nano, and hunt for rare creatures with the highest point values.
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The Hands and Stars Website
Each Nano comes in its own test tube. Go online to register and track your own Nano collection.
Hexbug Spider
the spider is the newest Hexbug robot!

Hexbug Spider is the micro-robot with some big moves! The newest full-range control robotic creature in the Hexbug lineup, the spider moves in any direction and rotates its head 360. Two IR channel remote allows you to control two spiders at the same time. Collect a whole web of spiders and send them on a march or into an epic arachnid battle that you control! Real fun with real science. Hexbug Spider is a great way to learn about robotic science, regardless of your age. Each spider measures approx. 3" w x 3" h and requires AG13 batteries (included). For ages 8 and up.
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Hexbug Spider
The spider is a remote controlled robot. Rather than turning its whole body, it rotates its head and walks in the direction it is facing. A red light on the head shows which way it is facing and lights up while it turns for better visibility.
Hexbug Larva

Hexbug Larva
The Hexbug Larva is a micro robotic creature that slithers forward on smooth surfaces using a slow, rhythmic flexing motion. Just like real larvae, each of these creepy crawlers reacts to its environment, instinctively changing direction upon sensing an object in its path and wriggling off to explore a clear, undisturbed path ahead. Its behavior is eerily mesmerizing to watch and interact with.
Hexbug Nano Habitat Set Glow in the Dark
this set includes two little hexbug nano robots!

Everything you need to battle your Hexbug Nanos! Fun multi-level battleground for your hexbug specimens. Glows in the Dark! Contains: 10 easy connect pieces, and 2 Hexbug Nano specimens. Batteries included. Register and play online!
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Hexbug Nano Habitat Set Glow in the Dark
Hexbug Nano Glows in the Dark Starter Set
complete kit includes one hexbug nano to get started!

Hexbug Nano Glows in the Dark Starter Set
Here is everything you need to start your own Hexbug nano habitat! The pieces easily connect and disconnect and the doors really work--you get to design your own maze for your specimen. This set includes the extremely rare mutation---this Hexbug glows in the dark! Collect and connect with other Hexbug nano habitats to create a mega set!
The set includes: three easy to connect pieces, one extremely rare glow-in-the-dark Hexbug specimen, one battery
Hexbug Nano Elevation 3D Habitat
complete kit includes two hexbug nanos!

Hexbug Nano Elevation 3D Habitat
Take your Hexbug Nanos to the next level with the Elevation Habitat Set. Use the included standoffs to build multiple levels and let Nanos reach them using the included spiral ramp. Included One Way gates help you guide your Nanos through the Habitat Set. Each Elevation Habitat Sets comes with 2 extremely rare Nano mutations and 52 easy connect pieces, giving you the freedom to get creative and customize your habitat.
Hexbug Nano Spiral Starter Pack

~Give your Hexbug Nano two levels to explore
~Easy connect stand for multi-level fun
~ Curved spiral piece
~Includes extremely rare Nano mutation
~Register and track your nano collection online
"My son (age 6) loves hexbugs, and was very excited about the idea of making a two story structure. He wanted this set so much that he saved up his allowance for it. I am pleased to report that it is great fun, and he is already saving up for another set. Very cool, and very fun to watch!"
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Hexbug Nano Spiral Starter Pack
Hexbug Bridge Battle Set

The Hexbug Nano Bridge Battle Set contains an arena in which the black and white mutant hexbugs can battle against each other. The battle bridge has two swinging one-way doors. The bugs enter the arena and push each other around until (inevitably) one of them falls to his "death". Actually, the bug that falls does not die, because Hexbug nanos are practically indestructible. It just runs around where it falls!
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Hexbug Bridge Battle Set
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Interesting for the "bigger kids" in the family or as a family project! Suggested by lensmaster dannystaple.
Do you like the hexbugs?
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Inkhand
Jan 11, 2012 @ 6:55 am | delete
- A fun lens. My favourite Hexbug toy robot is Nano.
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ru55l33
Nov 23, 2011 @ 2:26 pm | delete
- Wow...very nice robots...Im considering to buy one for my son..
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dannystaple Oct 15, 2011 @ 5:32 am | delete
- I am a bit of a robot geek - this definitely appealed to me. The hexbot Nano look like a commercialised Bristle bot (perhaps you could find a video/instructable on making one), the habitats are a great bit of extra fun too. Anyway - blessed!
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MagnoliaTree
Oct 15, 2011 @ 12:25 pm | delete
- danny-- thanks for the blessing! I find the Bristle bot interesting and added the video instructions-- thanks for that hint!
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Hexbug in the News
from a Google news feed
- Scott Tilley: Hexbugs are creepy-crawlies with a robotic touch
- That's why I was so pleasantly surprised to discover a new type of bug this week: a robotic one called Hexbug. For once, I don't mean a ?software bug,? which is an error in a program. I mean a real piece of hardware, a ?digital bug? that you can hold ...
- TOYMASTER 2012: Innovation First scoops supplier award
- by Lewis Tyler | Email a friend | Print The Hexbug maker is named as Toymaster's New Supplier of the Year at the show. Hexbug and Bobble Bots maker Innovation First International was named as New Supplier of the Year this week's annual Toymaster show.
- Using Package Innovation as the Ultimate Game Changer
- HEXBUG packaging is another game changer. There's nothing else like it in Toyland so it stands out and stands alone. All of its brand packaging is unique but the Nano Hive Habitat Set goes one better. The package is part of the actual product.
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