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Rachel,
Cybermaster isn't bad. It's just a bit limited compared to RIS. It includes
a large brick with a radio receiver and 2 built-in motors. You can hook up
sensors to the brick and build a car that reacts to its environment.
RIS, however is also suited for other applications, such as robots for
making margaritas or controlling webcams, to name just a few. It also
includes two motors and a couple of sensors, so you could still build
vehicles if you want.
The programming environment for both systems is virtually identical.
Combining the two seems a bit awkward though. RIS is controlled by infrared
and CM by radio. They won't be able to 'talk'.
If I were you I'd go for RIS and add something else later. You could even
add a regular technic set, just for the parts. Take a look at supercar 8848.
The RIS add-ons are not very interesting IMHO.
Have fun,
Arjen
Rachel Kingston wrote in message ...
>
> Hi
>
> Fresh from a scintillating experience in the cybermaster group.
> Its very zen (The sound of one hand clapping and all that) go there now to
> relax and recuperate from the pressures of modern life.
>
> Seriously though, I am after some expert advise, there is no-one home in • the
> cybermaster group, I'm hoping someone here can help me.
> I was interested in the Cybermaster set for a 10 yr old, it can't be that • bad
> can it?
> Please tell me if it sucks and why, to prevent me wasting my hard earned • cash.
> I was thinking of the cybermaster set AND the RIS, not either or. (one for
> xmas, one for birthday,) but if the cybermaster set ie that bad then I'll • just
> concentrate on the RIS and additional sortware for it. (Extreme creatures
> sounds very cool!)
> Please could someone give me the lowdown on these sets, pro's and cons for
> each etc, This would be very much appreciated.
>
> Thank you
> Rachel :-)
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