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
Apr 23
The world may not be ready for this, but Taito is bringing a USB-powered cleaner to desktops in the form of R2-D2. Powerful enough to pick up little bits of dirt, dust, and small paper from your desk, but not much else, the nearly 4-inch droid may be only slight less practical than the USB humidifier. Available for pre-order from NCSX, the retail price is about $21. The R2-D2 cleaner is set to ship in August.
Available for pre-order from NCSX. Retail price $20.90
Via Ubergizmo
Nov 10
Tyme Machines Star Wars USB Flash Drives
Introducing another variant of the ubiquitous USB flash drive. This set comes from the creative minds at Tyme Machines, offering a new line of sculpted 3D USB flash drives featuring classic Star Wars characters. The first series of USB drives include Darth Vader, Yoda, Boba Fett, and a Storm Trooper, available in 4 GB, 8 GB and 16 GB versions. Each USB drive is approximately 3″ long, with removable heads/helmets to reveal the USB plug. Retail prices range from $29.99 to $59.99 each, which seems in line with some of the other specialty USB drives we’ve featured before.
Available from Tyme Machines and other retailers. Retail price $29.99 to $59.99 each
Via Crave
Oct 16
IMM Vulcan 2GB USB Flash Drive
With yet another creative USB flash drive, your files will certainly “Live long and prosper.” This 2 GB USB drive, in the shape of the Vulcan salute, is available from AudioCubes for only $36. The unique, gray-colored drive may be the perfect thing for the serious Star Trek fan.
Unlike the 4 GB drive from Play, this USB drive does not include the Star Trek XI movie (which could be good or bad, depending on your opinion of the film).
Available from AudioCubes. Retail price $35.99
Via ChipChick
Oct 12
The folks at Play.com in the UK are offering a limited-edition version of the 2009 film Star Trek XI.. on a USB flash drive. The 4 GB USB drive, in the shape of the Starfleet insignia, includes a DIVX certified DRM version of the movie (compatible with both PC or MAC OS). Playable on up to five devices, the film can also be burned to a DVD. The film itself consumes about 1 GB of the drive, leaving you 3 GB for your other storage needs. This limited-edition piece is individually numbered, and is expected to ship in November.
Available for pre-order from Play.com. Retail price £19.99 (~ $32 USD)
Via OhGizmo!
