The recent post about the new R2-D2 USB cleaner got me thinking about all the useful, fun and sometimes impractical USB accessories available for sci-fi and fantasy fanatics. Some, like USB flash drives and hubs, are very practical. Others, like the USB light-up Alien, certainly fall into the fun spectrum. I’ve put together a list of many of the different USB gadgets I found across the web and where to buy them.
Apr 26
Nov 17
Who's the Daddy? From Ruby Red Designs
Congratulations! It’s a … Xenomorph. Here’s another fun t-shirt design from Ruby Red Designs at Red Bubble, with a simple tag line: “Who’s the daddy?”. Featuring a sonogram image of an embryonic critter inspired by H.R. Giger’s artwork, this “maternity” t-shirt is available in multiple colors and styles. Pregnant or not, anyone with a sense of humor or a taste for classic sci-fi would appreciate this one.
Oct 27
Plastic Arts Sideshow Collectibles Exclusive Figures
Sideshow Collectibles is offering three exclusive versions of Plastic Arts’ line of high-quality vinyl collectibles from Aliens VS Predator: Requiem. Each stylized figure, designed by Three-B, captures the essence of the characters from the film and comes complete with trademark accessories. The set of vinyl figures includes an Alien, Predator and PredAlien. Sold separately for about $80 per piece, each figure stands over 8 inches tall. The Predator Super Deformed Vinyl Figure – Special Version also includes a switch-out portrait for masked or unmasked display.
Available for pre-order from Sideshow Collectibles. Retail price $79.99 each
Oct 08
Alien Facehugger Plush
In need of some special lovin’ or simply a cool Halloween costume idea? The full-size Alien Facehugger Plush from Palisades Toys is your ticket to bliss. Although this toy has been available in the market for a few years, ThinkGeek has recently added it to their shop, and it is worth another look.
