Though I’m at the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) mostly to with an eye towards brand experience, I couldn’t help but share one of my first favorite product discoveries of the year: the Wi-Spi toys.

Wi-Spi toys are iPhone and Android remote controlled helicopters and cars that allow users to spy on the fly. Another on-the-fly capability present on board: Users can instantly upload the footage and photos captured to Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

Digitally-powered toys with a social layer built in? This is the stuff the future is made of. Tickle Me Elmo step aside… Wi-Spi toys are expected to be available in Fall 2012 for around $120 each.