This 2007 Platinum Award Winner has been updated this year with new hardware including new color sensors that detect up to six colors.  The new software features include sound and icon editors that make it easier to customize the robots' behavior.  An updated remote control simulator function also improves your ability to test movements and programs.

From our original review: This is “so amazing”—the resounding comment we got back from a 13-year old builder and his dad. “You have to build everything and there are lots of pieces, but there’s a demo which gets you started.” Once it’s together, you can program it using either a PC or a Mac. “Even cooler, you can use the Bluetooth on your phone!” This next-generation robot uses a NXT Intelligent Brick (“the brain”) and features a powerful 32-bit microprocessor, plus support for USB 2.0. If your tween thinks he’s outgrown Legos, bring this home! 

Age: Later School Years, Tweens, Teens. Award Year: 2009.