Archive for Star Wars

No soy sauce here, just R2D2 to tuck you into your bed

Posted in Projectors, Star Wars by Chetz on November 15th, 2007

R2D2 night light projectorIf you’re looking for something new to match with your “Star Wars” bedsheets, wallpaper and pajamas and that R2-D2 soy sauce bottle we told you about isn’t good for your bedroom then here is the droid that you have been looking for.

National Console Support is releasing an R2-D2 night light projector that will give you images of “Star Wars” goodness to drift off into dreamland while watching. Running off of two AAA batteries the projector will display moving vistas of the Death Star, an X-wing spaceship and Han Solo’s Millennium Falcon on your bedroom ceiling. Best of all the projector comes in two different models: the blue R2-D2 version or a red R2-M5 version if you actually like the “Star Wars” prequels over the original movie trilogy. The little guy’s legs move too and the dome flips over to reveal the projector (you didn’t think that the hologram projector was functional did you?)

R2-D2 Soy Sauce bottle: disturbance in the force

Posted in Robots, Sci-Fi, Star Wars by Conner Flynn on November 14th, 2007

R2-D2 Soy Sauce bottle

We all love R2-D2, but this may be taking things to the extreme. For those who love the little droid too much and at the same time have an unhealthy obsession with Soy Sauce, the two have been combined. Just pour your soy sauce into R2(The liquid kind, not the sorta liquid kind), pop R2’s head back on and start pouring sauce from the little bot.

Seriously, did you ever think you would see the day when soy sauce pours forth from a droid head? I’m actually kinda disturbed, but I know some of you will find it cool. But wait, it gets better…

R2-D2 speakers make your computer geek-chic

Posted in Speakers, Star Wars by Conner Flynn on October 19th, 2007

Star Wars speakers from TaitoI know, I know. The world doesn’t need yet another R2-D2 product right? Wrong. I’m not sure why, but these Star Wars speakers from Taito make the geek in me very happy. Though, I’m not sure why they felt the need to put the speakers just under the head, making it look like R2 is decapitated. Even so, this will go well with the rest of your Star Wars themed life. You know, the bedsheets, posters, action figure dioramas, lunch boxes and that shirt you’re wearing.

They stand 4.72″ tall. You get one in blue and one in red, though the color combo seems like an odd choice. You won’t even sense that much of a disturbance in the force, paying $40 for this droid pair. Let’s face it, this won’t get you many dates, but you’ll have geek bragging rights among your friends. And if they make a C3P0 version, R2 won’t be lonely for long.

Darth Vader PSP-2000 hits shelves today

Posted in PSP, Sci-Fi, Star Wars by Conner Flynn on October 9th, 2007

Darth Vader Sony PSP 2000If your old PSP wasn’t slim enough or white enough, or if you like Darth Vader slapped onto consumer products, then by all means rush out and get this limited edition PSP. It’s scheduled to hit store shelves today and is part of a $199 bundle, which includes Star Wars Battlefront.

This makes great bling for geeks. I sense many sales. The force is strong in this one. PSP fans and Star Wars fans alike can thank God they have Vader. You know…Since Jar Jar didn’t quite take off. Thanks to the original trilogy, there are plenty of images to adhere to items for years to come.

Nintendo Wii Getting The Force From LucasArts

Posted in LucasArts, Star Wars, Wii by Darrin Olson on September 19th, 2007

LucasArts Star Wars The Force Unleashed for the Nintendo Wii game consoleLucasArts has announced that its sending The Force to Nintendo in early next year by providing Star Wars - The Force Unleashed for the Nintendo Wii. We all know just how much Nintendo is already dominating the game consoles market and this will certainly help them along.

The Force Unleashed will of course take advantage of the Wii’s motion sensitive remotes letting users wave the Wii Remote as a lightsaber as we all have dreamed of doing at one point or another. (I can’t wait to hear it make that signature swooshing sound effect.) The Nunchuk controller will also take part giving you another hand powered with The Force.

Droid Home Entertainment

Posted in Robots, Star Wars by Chetz on June 29th, 2007

R2-D2 Home Projector and DVD PlayerThis is for that “Star Wars” fan you know that has already collected everything and we admit too that we would love to have it in our home theater room. Behold the R2-D2 video projector and DVD player, the perfect way to experience all six films in George Lucas’ sci-fi epic.

This rec droid measures 341×328x519 mm and weighs 8 kg. The DLP projection, which shines through R2’s main optic eye, produces 1800:1 contrast and 1500 lumens of light output. The dome head moves side-to-side, its legs move back and forth and it can be positioned on its wheels to find that perfect view. Video/audio ports are concealed in the back of the robot via a panel, but what really elevates this to must own status is the iPod docking slot under a front panel and the Millennium Falcon remote control that …

May the Force Be With USB

Posted in Star Wars, USB by Chetz on April 26th, 2007

Star Wars Series USB DrivesWe’ve had the toys, the breakfast cereal, the clothing, the drapes, the carpets, the cars and sooner than you think there may very well be a “Star Wars” product for everything. Mimoco is doing their part by offering four very funky USB flash drives done up as classic “Star Wars” characters Darth Vader, Chewbacca, R2-D2 and the always anonymous Imperial Stormtrooper.

Every model is available in 1 GB ($69.95), 2 GB ($99.95) and 4 GB ($149.95) versions and come with appropriate bonus content already flashed on the drive like “Star Wars” avatars, wallpapers, soundbites and trailers. They’re 2 3/8-inches high and for an extra $5 you can pick up a protohoodie to keep it snug and safe while it dangles from your car keychain. Mimoco is saying that this is just the first series of SW USB it will offer so keep …

The Force is With the Post Office

Posted in Stamps, Star Wars by Chetz on March 30th, 2007

Star Wars Stamps from the US Post OfficeOn May 25 it will have been 30 years since the first “Star Wars” film opened in theaters and amazed audiences worldwide with its fantastic special effects, sweeping epic story and imaginative visions of droids, aliens and Dark Lords of the Sith. To commemorate the anniversary the United States Postal Service will sell a sheet of 15 41-cent stamps showcasing some of the unforgettable characters from all six “Star Wars” films.

The painted artwork has been designed by Drew Struzan, the illustrator behind the posters for the three prequels as well as the special edition versions of the classic trilogy. The “Star Wars” stamp sheet will go on sale at post office outlets on May 25.

The post office has launched a website where the public can vote on their favorite stamp from the 15 until May 23. The …

The Star Wars Home Theater Experience

Posted in Home Theater, Star Wars by Chetz on March 14th, 2007

Star Wars home theaterThose of you who are fans of George Lucas’ “Star Wars” saga and feel the need to elevate your home theater experience into the Force, will probably be targeting Nikko Electronics 2.1 speaker system that is shaped like twin TIE Fighters. There’s also a subwoofer unit that bears the distinctive logo of the movie, just in case you have someone over that doesn’t quite get the connection.

The company will exhibit the TIE Speakers at this week’s CeBIT where we’ll probably get prices and availability. Nikko also offers a life-size R2-D2 home projector unit, remote control shaped like the Millennium Falcon and an Anakin Skywalker lightsaber Skype phone so you really could go all-out and deck your pad in a complete “Star Wars” motif. All you need is a Han Solo-encased-in-carbonite piece of art to hang on the wall and you’re all set.

Stormtroopers Invade Pasadena, California

Posted in News, Sci-Fi, Star Wars by Chris Weber on January 2nd, 2007

Stormtroopers, Sand people, Ewoks and all the favorite characters from Star Wars including Darth Vader and R2-D2 marched into Pasadena for the Rose Bowl Parade.

The parade featured a three part ensemble called the ”Star Wars Spectacular.” The entry commemorated the 30th anniversary of the release of the first Star Wars film in 1977. George Lucas was on hand as well as a large group of Star Wars fans who dressed up as Storm Troopers to march in the parade. Lucas also served as the Grand Marshal of th parade. The Storm Troopers were from the Bloodfin Garrison of the 501st Legion, a Star Wars fan club located in Indiana.

Here is the YouTube footage of the event:





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