The Globe and Mail has published a well-written review of the LEGO Mindstorms NXT.

The Good: The sophisticated evolution of the classic children’s toy that can keep the young mind’s creative faculties focused

The Bad: The price; it needs a lot of space to spread out; the wordless diagram instructions aren’t always clear; it comes with no batteries (gasp!)

The Verdict: If you’re all grown up now, it’s the toy you wish you’d had when you were a kid. If you’re still a kid or a kid at heart, or have a kid that likes to tinker, Mindstorms NXT is the pinnacle of fun