Hirobo, the Japanese toy company behind those remote control helicopters you've seen at the mall, is on the cusp of achieving its ultimate purpose: personal electric-powered helicopters.
Apparently called the "Bit," Hirobo's magnum opus will be capable of flying high and fast enough to be very dangerous (i.e. awesome). So before taking it to market they'll be conducting extensive safety tests starting next year - presumably to make sure it won't just spontaneously blow up.
If you're lucky, you'll be able to get the Bit up to 60 mph for as long as 30 minutes (although if you're unlucky, you'll probably crash it going even faster). This is all assuming you've got $375,000 to buy one. You've got $375,000 right?
http://feeds.ign.com/~r/ign/all/~3/3VHEd9JzGac/japanese-toy-maker-to-test-60-mph-one-man-helicopter-in-2013
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