The June 2026 issues of Toys n Playthings is now online, with a Toymaster May Show review plus focuses on preschool toys, science and nature, and more
This month our cover star is Play Tech AI, an ambitious new outfit readying the launch of its first products, Buddy and Tilly the MiAi Chatbots. These truly interactive companions bring a mix of AI interactions, video and games content, and a walled garden to keep kids safe and secure as they enjoy the software.
Managing Director Paul Clarke told us: “Times are changing, toys are changing, and we want to be at the forefront of product development and compliance… We have spent the last 12 months building something special and we can’t wait to finally showcase all our products to the world.”
Bigjigs Toys, the official distributor of the NeeDoh brand in the UK and Ireland, shares an update on how it’s working to keep potentially harmful counterfeit products off of shelves.
Plus we take a look back at the Toymaster May Show, shine the spotlight on preschool toys, the science and nature category, and tech toys, and find out about The Works’ move away from online retail to focus on bricks and mortar.
Read the full issue below:
