Gizmodo
-
robots
R2-D2 Appears in Transformers 2
Apparently Industrial Light and Magic is now inserting R2-D2 in every single movie they make. Before it was Star Trek, and according to film's visual-effects supervisor Scott Farrar, now it is Transformers 2: More »
194,572
105
By Jesus DiazComment by Kaiser-Machead: You know what else appears frequently in Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen? Shit, that's what, because the movie is shit,... 48 Responses | Other threads
-
star trek
Mystery Solved: This is Where R2-D2 Is in Star Trek
The mystery is over. After all, R2-D2 wasn't the astromech calculating the warp trajectories for the Enterprise. Here you have the exact timing of his stellar cameo—andthe frame capture to prove itUpdated More » -
Use the iPhone
The iPhone-Controlled R2-D2
For now, it's only the head in a custom-made R2-D2, but soon the whole astromech will obey the orders of an iPhone, including the possibility of firing sounds and send text to its head displays. More »
5,377
By Jesus DiazComment by Bigbadbikernerd: What? No windows mobile phone??? You mean you won't have to re-boot the phone 10 times a day to make R2... 2 Responses | Other threads
-
toys
Star Wars Pool Inflatables Impress Princess Leia (Bikini Version)
Your Stormtrooper getup works great for conventions with A/C, but what do you do in the dead of summer? That plastic doesn't breathe. Luckily, Jakks Pacific is releasing a large line of Star Wars inflatables. More »
23,966
By Mark WilsonComment by Curves: I am not really buying that these are for kids. Kids wouldnt need the beer, er, um CAN holders that... 10 Responses | Other threads
-
star wars
Beer2-D3 Can Calculate Hyperspace Jumps to the Drunk Galaxy
Believe it or not, yesterday I learnt there are people who don't like beer. However, I'm sure they won't be able to resist the charm of Beer2-D3, which is as cute as B3-3R. More »
13,082
By Jesus DiazComment by Saboth: I like Beer2-D3, however, count me as one that doesn't like beer. Let me count the ways: 1. Tastes like bubbly... 10 Responses | Other threads
-
star wars
You're a Better Person For Having Seen This R2-D2 Ghetto Blaster
In a week where we've seen both the AT-AT boombox and golden iPod dock, why not round it out with a R2-D2 ghetto blaster? More » -
nerd fuel
R2-D2 Water Bottle For Star Wars Sippin'
Can't you picture some nerd at the gym, probably wearing glasses and a headband, taking a sip of Red Bull or Mt. Dew out of this R2-D2 bottle while he pumps five pound weights? More »
5,365
By Sean FallonComment by admoseremic: Carrying that thing around is bound to get you laid. 5 Responses | Other threads
-
star wars
R2-D2 Battalion Dances In Preparation to Earth Invasion
I don't know why people insist on assembling massive robot armies, even if they are R2-D2. Sure they are cute dancing, but one day they will get fed up and kill us all. [starwarsblog] -
-
star wars
R2-D2 Aquarium With Radar Eye Periscope
Now you can add "fish tank" along side "beverage cooler" and "projector" on the long list of job titles R2-D2 has had in his post-acting career. But rest assured that no matter what his occupation happens to be, R2 has a strong work ethic. In addition to housing your fish, he will rotate his head and utter his trademark bleeps with any voice command. He also features overhead LED tank lights that rotate colors and a periscope built-into his radar eye for spying on the fish floating in his robo-belly. On the downside, R2 never works cheap—this beauty will set you back $130. [Hammacher Schlemmer via TFTS via Geekalerts]
3,540
By Sean FallonComment by thefutureisnow: One little question, how can youn tell that r2d2 was a him? 11 Responses | Other threads
-
robots
Bar2D2, the R2-D2 of Failed Space Operas
Remember that time in Star Wars when R2-D2 shot out the lightsaber to Luke Skywalker? Yeah, well the only problem with that scene was that lightsabers don't freaking exist. And until they do, robots of the future must be retrofitted with the next best thing—copious amounts of booze. (Which, as we see in this picture, is something that certain cast members of the ill-fated show Firefly can appreciate). More »
16,154
By Mark WilsonComment by Enochrewt: Wow, Nathan Fillion looks D-R-U-N-K in that photo. 3 Responses | Other threads
-
r2-d2
Wristwatch With Tiny R/C R2-D2 May Be Best Office Distraction Toy Ever
This toy wristwatch is Star Warsishly perfect: it's a digital blue and white Artoo-themed digital watch with a mini detachable infra-red remote control R2-D2. I'd be sending this trundling down the desks in my office to put a smile on my colleagues faces in a pew-pewing instant! (Well, I would if I worked in an office. Here it'd just get chewed by the cats.) Doesn't look like it makes Artoo's trademark beeps, though: you'll just have to be a big kid and supply 'em yourself. It's out now for about $40. [Firebox via RandomGoodStuff]
5,568
By Kit EatonComment by nutbastard: and TECHNICALLY this isn't RC, per this: "Radio waves are a form of electromagnetic radiation that are created when a charged... 3 Responses | Other threads
-
R2-D2 Alarm clock
R2-D2 Alarm Clock Requires X-Wing Bedsheets
I hate, hate, alarm clocks. Especially after going out and having way too many straight bourbons. Like yesterday. But I digress. This R2-D2 Alarm Clock will wake you up with real R2 squeeks and electrobabbles. And while it doesn't have the same power as the much-lusted-after R2-D2 video projector, it projects the time on the wall, too, using lasers, or tractor beams, or probably just LEDs. [Wesco via Toyology]
6,663
By Jesus DiazComment by zayden: I need it or I will explode! I get to wake up on time AND take out my aggression on... 5 Responses | Other threads
-
photoshop disasters
Photochopped R2-D2 USB Beverage Cooler Can Be Yours, Actual Product or Not
Add this one to the "ouch, ouch, ouch" Photoshop bin. Yeah, I can use the pen tool to smoothly decapitate R2 and throw a Coke can top and USB cord in too. What I can't do, though, is build an actual USB beverage can cooler out of a shrunken R2-D2 model. Which I would want. It's up for pre-order at Play.com for $36—whether you get a layered .PSD or an actual cooler, though, remains to be seen. [Product Page via Nerd Approved]
3,514
By John MahoneyComment by 89macrunner: my dad has an actual R2D2 cooler...it fits a good 3-4 cases of beer too. its life size more » | Other threads
-
r2-d2 server monitor
R2-D2's In Ur Serverz, Monitoring Ur Packetz
These gigantic Japanese nerds just rigged up an R2-D2 DVD Projector into a server monitoring system that alerts them whenever a system is down. R2's got Nagios, a monitoring app, an IR controller, and the ability to project what's wrong for the people to see. The video illustrates how it works in a dramatically geeky manner. These should be standard issue in every server farm around the world. [Syun - Thanks Motohiro!]
62,546
By Jason ChenComment by phreakincool: R2-D2 is not allowed to roam the datacenter because of video tether. FAIL. more » | Other threads
-
star wars
Do Your Own R2-D2 with Paper, Scissors and Glue
It may not be as amazing as one made out of aluminum, and you won't be able project video with it, but in a day where all news is going to be about you know what, maybe it's time to take a deep breath, turn on the ink jet printer, grab some scissors and glue and spend some quality time with your inner Force building your own R2-D2 paper robot (instead of a mini-Steve .) And it doesn't only look cool: this thing is articulated. More »
8,563
By Jesus DiazComment by halfkorean: This will go nicely with the Shin Tanaka paper-ines. Now if I can only put some paper nikes on R2! more » | Other threads
-
apparel
Steampunk R2-D2 T-Shirt Finally Justifies Grown Men Dressing Like They're 10
There are T-shirts and there are T-shirts. And in my humble opinion this garment has fully earned its italics. R2-D2 officially goes "steampunk" in this little parcel of cotton, though "antique" may be a better term. Or maybe "Victorian." (We don't know about this stuff, sorry. Knowledge of pre-colonial design trends was not in the job description.) More »
14,098
By Mark WilsonComment by crapcakes: Wait a minute.. there's no bird in an R2-D2. This is bullshit. more » | Other threads
-
star wars
R2-D2 Ice Bucket with Han Solo Ice Molds Makes Any Drink Nerdier
Your cocktail parties will surely be the talk of the town once you acquire one of these R2-D2 ice buckets. Not only will it keep your ice nice and cold, but it'll do so using Han Solo ice cube molds, providing ice that's shaped like Solo trapped in carbonite. What ladies will be able to resist the combo of your charm, your extensive knowledge of Dr. Who episodes and a vodka soda kept cold by Han Solo? No ladies, that's who. No ladies. [The Green Head via Oh Gizmo!]
10,587
By Adam FrucciComment by Step666: @LindsayJoy: I don't think Hef's success with women has as much to do with his cheesy lines as it does... more » | Other threads
-
star wars
R2-D2 Cake Brings Balance to the Force, Dorkiness to Wedding
Perhaps knowing that a Death Star wedding cake was starting marriage asking for trouble, reader and chef Charlene made an R2-D2 one, bringing balance back to the Force, and restoring dorkiness throughout the Galaxy. There have been others, but her nine-layer version of everyone's favorite astromech is far more realistic and complex, thanks to some DIY tech hacks. More »
34,076
By Jesus DiazComment by cjlopez: @AJ_Syrinx: FAQ U!!!!!! I WAS JUST GONNA SAY THAT!!!!!!! Damn, gotta be faster next time That's amazing, i'n planing on having my... more » | Other threads
-
star wars
DIY R2-D2 Is Even Better than the Real Thing
Chris James' R2-D2 won four Make Magazine editors' choice ribbons at Maker Faire and it's easy to see why: not only does it have every detail from the original—except having a little person inside—but this one is even more charming, capable of singing the Star Wars theme, and Indiana Jones sound bites. It only needs to have a built-in projector to be absolutely perfect. We asked Chris about the obvious next step: installing sensory inputs and artificial intelligence to make it truly autonomous. His take—and another video of R2 dancing with kids at Maker Faire—after the jump. More » -
amazing r2-d2
R2-D2 Projector in Action Video (Verdict: A Must Have)
We knew that there was a motorized, fully-articulated R2-D2 projector with built-in DVD, iPod dock, all kinds of digital media inputs, and Millennium Falcon remote control, but we never—EVER—imagined it would be so amazingly drooltastic as this video shows. Time to put on your LEGO-made Han Solo jacket or Leia bikini, and buy this thing—because after watching it in action, I don't care about the lack of Full HD support: this thing is absolutely I must have, caress, fondle, and lick all over material. Reaching nerdgasm, however, still costs $2,995. [Star Wars Shop via Star Wars Blog] -
reader participation
R2-D2 and C-3PO Easter Egg in LEGO Indiana Jones
Reader LindsayJoy just received her Indiana Jones and the Lost Tomb LEGO set, complete with snakes, the Lost Ark, snakes, Marion, snakes, Indy, snakes (I hate snakes,) and a special piece we didn't notice the first time we saw the first production set photos: a piece with the hieroglyphic engravings of R2-D2 and C-3PO in the Well of Souls, just like in the movie. [Update: actually, not like in the movie. As a reader has pointed out in the comments, it's Leia putting the Death Star plans in R2-D2 as C-3PO watches, like at the beginning of A New Hope.] More »
21,423
By Jesus DiazComment by michaelwiggins: Kind of ironic how Lego manufactured imitation India Jones sets, until now when theyre actually making liscensed ones.. more » | Other threads
-
star wars
R2-D2 Actor Kenny Baker Taken Ill, Giz Says Get Well Soon
Kenny Baker, the man behind everyone's favourite 'droid, is in a Manchester hospital after suffering a severe asthma attack. The 73-year-old actor was on a Manchester-bound plane returning from a sci-fi convention in the US when he was taken ill. A speedy recovery from everyone at Gizmodo, Kenny. [Telegraph]
10,570
By AddyDugdaleComment by JesusBeanBag: Did this dude play The Wizard? more » | Other threads
-
robots
Life-Size Star Wars Droids Can Speak, Drain Wallets
Sideshow Collectibles stopped just short of encasing Anthony Daniels and Kenny Baker in fiberglass when they created these life-size C-3PO and R2-D2 collectibles. Due out later this year, the authentic figures are powered by lowly AA batteries and have working lights. They also make sounds from the movies and utter the characters' classic catchphrases, like "beep" and "whistle" and "OVER HERE!" All this can be part of your private Star Wars collection for the galaxy-sized price tags of $5,950 for C-3PO and $5,450 for his smaller, quieter counterpart. [Sideshow Collectibles C-3PO and R2-D2] -
star wars
Antique R2-D2 Comes from an Era of Beer Baron Space Pirates
This Antique D2 project is a homemade, one-of-a-kind R2-D2, if R2 was made in an era when barrels were used as bodies for helper robots. Which is to say in an era that never existed, but I suppose that's what makes it fun, right? More »
8,733
By Adam FrucciComment by badfad: One could say "Long, long, long ago in a galaxy far, far away." Would the rebellion still have wireless communication or... more » | Other threads
-
warmdroid
R2-D2 Beanie Gives Us a Warm Fuzzy Feeling
I don't know about you, but it's so cold out there that I'm going everywhere with my Zissou beanie on. I wouldn't change it for anything, except an Indiana Jones fedora hat or any of these hand-knitted R2-D2 beanies. Perfect for snowboarding padawans (like Brian Lam) or X-Wing sled rides. [Carissa Knits and Excessively Diverted via Star Wars Blog] More »
33,333
By Jesus DiazComment by AlphaLima: @nutbastard: Where did you order one? I need one STAT! more » | Other threads
-
tasty
R2-D2 Cake Looks Too Delicious to Eat
If I were to get married, I would be honored if pastry chef Mark Randazzo of Mark Joseph Cakes would whip me up one of these awesome looking R2-D2 cakes for the reception. Unfortunately, that would also probably mean that my marriage would be over before it began. I would be left all alone, weeping in a corner cramming fistfuls of R2's delicious body into my mouth. [Mark Joseph Cakes via B-Side Blog via Boing Boing via Technabob]
9,717
By Sean FallonComment by uberfu: Sean - it would probably be worth it - as ou'd be better off marrying someone that is a fan... more » | Other threads
-
lego star wars
Giant LEGO R2-D2 is 8 Feet Tall, Squeaks and Lights Up
While most LEGO models are smaller than the objects they resemble, this eight foot LEGO R2-D2 Technabob found stands considerably taller than the actual Star Wars droid. The model not only looks like R2-D2, but features working red and blue LEDs and authentic sound effects as shown by the video. More » -
question of the day
Why Did OS X Leopard's iChat Lose the Star Wars R2D2 Video Effect?
The R2D2 iChat Video fx is not making it to final build, according to what Apple told us this morning. Whyyyyyyyyyyyyy? I'm upset, but my girlfriend thanks you for saving her from hours of Princess Leia impressions over iChat. Drop your petition signatures / curses / cries / conspiracy theories in the comments. -
star wars
R2-D2 Peppermill Grinds Its Way Into Your Heart
Nothing quite flavors a meal like the black, peppery-goodness of R2-D2's droppings. The cute little peppermill comes in two colors — or droid models, I should say — the white R2-D2 and the black RD-Q5. The R2 works pretty much how you'd expect, just turn his head and the 11 cm droid will grind to your heart's content. Sadly, the peppermill does not move or bleep, but for $19 dollars you can get R2-D2 to defecate pepper on your food, and that, in itself, is worth the investment. [SeamlessTech via TechnaBob]
6,022
By ybaranovskyComment by Lamdennison: C3PO would definitely be a kitchen timer. "Smell that, the pot roast is drying out, R2. Curse my metal body.... more » | Other threads
-
you're our only hope
R2-Beer2 is My Kind of Droid
Sure, it can't repair or refuel your X-wing, nor can it project a video on your wall, but it can get you drunk. If given a choice between the original R2 and this guy… well, I'm just saying it wouldn't be an easy decision. [Geekstir via Coolest Gadgets]
10,278
By Adam FrucciComment by ideaman2020: "Help me Obeer-Wan. You're my only hope... [BUUUUURRP!]" more » | Other threads
-
peripherals
R2-D2 Speakers Make the Bass be with You
These R2-D2 speakers aren't shipping until December, but you don't have to be Yoda to work out that they'll sell out like gâteaux chauds once the galaxies and their girlfriends get to know about them. Sound quality isn't great and the 4.7-inch droid connects via a 3.5-mm audio cable (USB connection is, as yet, unconfirmed). Each speaker costs $20 (so order two if you want a pair) and it comes in red or blue. More »
2,822
By Addy DugdaleComment by ceilingFANBOY: May the bass are to be with you. more » | Other threads
-
2,976
By Mark WilsonComment by brucifer: Yeah, if its one thing the internet has a shortage of, it's Star Wars shirts. more » | Other threads
-
robots
Get Your Own R2
I know you've been waiting for this—don't deny it. Finally, R2-D2 can be yours, in your own home, and for only $119.95. Fully functional, R2 can roam around and obeys over 40 voice commands (please refrain from asking him to project Obi-Wan please). He also plays children's games like tag with an IR sensor that can be set to detect motion (which can also be set to sound an alarm for a watchdog effect). Available at Hammacher Schlemmer. More »
411
By tgrumetComment by Navin R Johnson: I didn't see anything in the specs about the R2 cattle prod thing. Sure it can detect intruders but... more » | Other threads
- 1
1-33 of 33 for "R2-d2"
