Remote Control Car From Motorola

Motorola has shown off a remote control toy car controlled by select Motorola iDEN handsets. Based on the Freescale Semiconductor wireless Personal Area Network (PAN) technology which utilizes the IEEE 802.15.4 standard, the 1/16 scale replica is the latest remote control model to be introduced by Motorola to the consumer market. Combined with Motorola iDEN handsets, users can view simulations of their car's movement via animation on the phone's screen, hear the engine start and the tires squeal as they race, and feel the phone vibrate in their hand like the steering wheel of a race car. In addition, the Push-To-Talk (PTT) button serves as a "turbo boost" for a sudden burst of speed.

"It's the fusion of mobile technology and toys," said Peter Aloumanis, general manager, U.S. Markets Division, Motorola's iDEN Mobile Devices. "Motorola is exploring new applications for short-range wireless communication technologies -- and is having fun while doing it. Wireless Wheels is another example of bringing seamless mobility to life through play."

Freescale's technology based on the IEEE 802.15.4 standard includes the MC13193 2.4 GHz RF chip, a low voltage, low power HCS08 MCU, which provides a robust, cost effective, and easy-to-deploy solution. IEEE 802.15.4 on-chip features and enhancements help to reduce external components and total bill of materials, while providing battery lifetimes of up to several years.

Wireless Wheels are compatible with the following Motorola iDEN phones: i265, i275, i560, i730, i760, i830, i850, i860, and i870 and runs on 4 AA batteries."

Posted to the site on 9th January 2006