The Force Awakens movie is coming out in December 2015, so Star Wars fans know they are in for a big treat. However, no one was prepared for the impact that the launch of the lovable little wobbly headed robot with its cute electronic sounds would have.
The start-up tech toy firm Sphero makes the toy robot. Fans who attended the Star Wars Celebration convention all were so amazed when they suddenly realized that the BB-8 was actually a real working robot instead of a CGI version.
Although the product was briefly listed on Fat Brain Toys’ website, the US toy retailer took it down very quickly. The description that accompanies the toy details how Sphero’s incredible robotics technology has started to break the barrier between Star Wars and real life, allowing you to control your very own highly realistic version of Star Wars’ BB-8 Droid. It rolls over all types of terrain very smoothly, including the Tatooine desert. The head on this new droid is probably the most amazing thing of all. It doesn’t fall off and allows the body below it to move freely.
The BB-8 has been rumored to have a retail price of approximately $149.99, making it a very affordable present for children, in addition to the many adult fans who are going to want one too.
It has also been announced that there would be a working toy version available for sale when the movie is launched.
BB-8 toys are controlled used an iOS app from an iPad or iPhone. There is also an app that can be used with certain Android devices. This makes these toys poised for stardom over the upcoming Christmas season and well beyond.
Sphero will most likely be only one of several dozen toy companies offering a model of the newest droid from Star Wars.
However, don’t forget to spare a brief moment for C3P0 and R2D2. The most famous double duo from the Forces will most undoubtedly be crashing to earth after BB-8 starts to exhibit his colorful character and starts getting into the mix!
Hasbro, the giant US toy company, is currently work on lots of new Star Wars toys for its forthcoming ranges, including the BB-8 Droids. However, Lucasfilm is currently keeping all of its marketing plans and merchandise under wraps. Once they finally break the silence, we will know everything there is to know about BB-8, along with his friends and enemies.
You Can Buy BB 8 Droid, from many outlets including Sphero directly as well as amazon for as little as $149.99 get it while you can.