George Hotz, aka geohot, is fidgeting in his living room, wearing dark shades and a giant comma on his t-shirt as he shows me his company’s latest product, an $88 universal car interface called Panda.

The best years of one’s life are during childhood, and it is essential to equip them with toys that will make these years a joyous experience. One of the most exciting toys that will add to the fun in ...