Coming exclusively to Entertainment Earth: the Star Trek Geological Tricorder. Inspired by the original TV series, Diamond Select designed and developed this detailed prop replica to match the production version as closely as possible. The Geological Tricorder features two opening compartments, adjustable shoulder strap, removable vials of mineral samples, blinking lights, a removable scanner with motion effects, and features the voice of Majel Barrett-Roddenberry as the computer. Shipping in July, this 1:1 scale replica retails for about $45.
Apr 20
Apr 20
The Dark Knight has all the cool gadgets and rides. Soon, you’ll be able to add a few to your collection. Sideshow Collectibles is now taking pre-orders for the Batmobile and Batwing scaled prop replicas from Toynami, Inc., based on the vehicles seen in the 1989 film BATMAN. The limited-edition, licensed collectibles are based on the original movie models. They are not cheap by any means; the Batmobile is about $2000 and $1500 gets you the Batwing.
Apr 19
Are you anxious for the new Tron sequel to come out and just can’t wait? Looking for the right thing to wear for the Tron Legacy movie premier? Threadless is here to help, offering a Tron-inspired t-shirt and hoody creation called “My Other Ride is a Light Cycle“ from Rolf Nelson. By day, it’s a circuit-board design on light blue background; in the dark it glows. The t-shirts for men and women retail for about $20; the hoody for $45. Quantities are limited, so you had better move at the speed of light to get one for yourself.
Available from Threadless. Retail price $20 (t-shirt)
Via CrunchGear
Apr 19
Couple of quick bits in the world of sci-fi movies on DVD and Blu-ray. James Cameron’s Avatar hits store shelves this Thursday, April 22, on Blu-ray and DVD in the U.S. and Canada. This initial release, timed to coincide with Earth Day, will include just the theatrical 2D version of the film without any on-disc special features. Come November, expect additional releases with the extras, bonus features, etc. For those that want a copy before the fall, the movie is available for pre-order from Amazon.com
Star Wars on Blu-ray?
In other news, fresh rumors of an upcoming Star Wars release on Blu-ray came from the C2E2 comic book convention in Chicago this last weekend. According to IGN, Steve Sansweet, Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm, said that a set of all six Star Wars movies on hi-def Blu-ray is in the works, but provided no specifics as to when it will be available. As quoted by IGN:
We have been at work for a couple of years working on—I won’t call it the Ultimate Set because we keep finding stuff—but, a very full set of all six movies on Blu-ray with lots of extra material. We’re finding all kinds of scenes from dailies that have never been seen before. Beyond all of those things that you know about… there are some real treasures.”
As details unfold, we’ll be sure to let you know.
Via VideoETA
Apr 16
Mark your calendars. Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland debuts on DVD and Blu-ray June 1, 2010. Disney announced that Alice in Wonderland would be available on a Disney 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy), 1-Disc Blu-ray and 1-Disc DVD. Note, there is no mention of a 3D version.
If you like bonus features with your feature film, it looks like the Blu-ray version is your only option here.
