R2-MK Disney Parks Exclusive
Spring 2010 brings a new character to the Star Wars galaxy of Hasbro action figures: R2-MK, an astromech droid in classic Mickey Mouse colors and distinctive mouse ears. Available exclusively at Disney Parks in California and Florida, the R2-MK figure will be packed with Jedi Mickey and retail for about $19. It’s a nice addition to the fun, creative line of Disney Star Wars / Star Tours figures.
Robby the Robot 4-port USB Hub from X-Plus
Looking for a new USB toy/tool to add to your desktop? Love classic robots? Look no further than the Robby the Robot USB hub from X-Plus. Straight from Altair II via Japan, this 10″ robot hub is ready to serve your USB needs, featuring 4 high-speed USB 2.0 ports, plus lights and sound clips from the classic science fiction film, Forbidden Planet
Available for pre-order from BigBadToyStore and Urban Collector. Retail price $44.99
Via Chip Chick
R2-D2 USB computer hub
As I was browsing the web today, I kept coming across R2-D2 merchandise, like this desktop USB hub. Out of curiosity, I set out to see how many different ways the likeness of the spunky little robot has been used to create collectibles and kitsch, beyond just the action figures.
Over the course of an hour I found over two-dozen products, ranging from wacky to way cool. It is a bit sad to see the depths to which our noble, metal hero has sunk, though. I mean really, a tissue dispenser and soy sauce bottle?! R2 deserves so much better.
My name is Brian, and I’ll be your guide to the world of science fiction and fantasy products, services, collectibles and more, right here on the new blog at iShopSciFi . We’ll be here to bring you news of upcoming releases, offer thoughts on new products, spotlight shops that serve the scifi/fantasy community, as well as offer insights into the world of collecting.
In addition to the traditional realms of scifi/fantasy collecting, such as Star Wars, Star Trek, Battlestar Galactica, Harry Potter, etc, we will also include those arenas perhaps less mainstream, such as dragon collectibles, Flash Gordon, Space 1999, tin robots, and many others. Our goal is to have something of interest for everyone, no matter how widely or narrowly you collect in the field.
Whether you are an avid collector or merely an enthusiast of science fiction and fantasy movies, books, toys, collectibles and more, you’ll be sure to find something useful, interesting and enjoyable at iShopSciFi. We look forward to walking with you as we explore the universe of scifi collecting.
Cheers,
Brian
