James Whitbrook, Author at Gizmodo

These Excellent Figuarts Star Wars Toys Are All About The Awesome Villains

Sure, here in the West we had Force Friday for the new The Force Awakens merchandise, and got some cool action figures of the movie’s bad guys. But Bandai are knocking it out of the park with their Star Wars Figuarts, and the First Order has never looked better! Figuarts have been doing all kinds…

Tech News James Whitbrook Sep 14 '15

NECA’s Power Loader Might Just Be The Coolest Aliens Toy Ever Made

It’s been a fantastic year for Alien fans when it comes to toys. NECA have been churning out awesome figures, most notably the first ever Jones the Cat Ripley figure to use Sigourney Weaver’s likeness, and a coll figure based on her Aliens look. Now Aliens Ripley is getting a rad toy to play with:…

Tech News James Whitbrook Sep 14 '15

Everything You Need To Know About Marvel’s “All-New, All-Different” Comic Universe

Next month, Marvel is introducing a whole new line up of comics—and a whole new universe to go with them. Don’t know your Earth-616 from your Earth-65? What the hell is with this Secret Wars thing? Will your favorite hero still have a comic? Will they even be the same person? Here’s everything you need…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Sep 14 '15

Could Suicide Squad‘s Main Villain Be A Member Of Their Own Team?

Plus Wonder Woman may have lined up its villains too. Check out the first Twin Peaks set photos! Elizabeth Olsen teases why Scarlet Witch didn’t show up in the recent Civil War team reveals. Where will Agents of SHIELD season 3 pick up? Plus Legends of Tomorrow photos! So Many Spoilers! Suicide Squad A rumor…

Television James Whitbrook Sep 14 '15

Forget Spider-Gwen, Gwenpool Is Gwen Stacy’s Latest Superhero Persona

The Gwenaissance continues! Following the debut of Spider-Gwen a year ago, Marvel has seemingly gone gaga for Gwen Stacy. First was Spider-Gwen’s appearance in Spider-Verse. Then she became every Marvel Superhero ever in a series of variant covers. And now, she’s getting another comic… as Gwenpool! Gwenpool first started out as a variant cover for…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Sep 11 '15

Behold the Bronzed Brilliance of Legends of Tomorrow‘s Hawkman and Hawkgirl

We’ve known for a while that Hawkgirl would be joining the cast of the CW’s superhero teamup series Legends of Tomorrow—and then we learned that Hawkman would be joining her. But aside from a minor tease in the trailer, we’ve not seen either hero in all their glory… until now, that is. The CW and…

Television James Whitbrook Sep 11 '15

On Steven Universe, Lying to Your Mother is its Own Battle

Steven Universe made a triumphant return last night, back on a normal weekly format after recent scattered, concentrated releases of episodes. Despite the change in schedule, in “Nightmare Hospital” the show is still doing what it does best: defying expectations and being one of the most emotionally smart cartoons on TV. https://gizmodo.com/steven-universe-keeps-giving-us-some-of-the-most-comple-1719081112 Spoilers ahead, of…

io9 James Whitbrook Sep 11 '15

Half Of The Joker’s Torso Is The Creepiest Lawn Ornament Ever

There’s about a month and a half to go until the night of ghoulish glee that is Halloween—but why wait that long when you could be terrifying the living bejesus out of your neighbors right now with this petrifying replica of the Joker crawling out of your front lawn? This thing is one hell of…

Tech News James Whitbrook Sep 11 '15

Marvel May Have Found The Absolute Perfect Person To Play Captain Marvel!

There’s even more rumors surrounding the return of a supposedly-dead Game of Thrones character. Kid Flash may appear on The Flash sooner than you’d think. Plus, a happier Arrow, Michael Shannon on Zod’s role in Batman v Superman, and Mark Gatiss on his unorthodox Doctor Who episode. To Me, My Spoilers! Captain Marvel As ever…

Television James Whitbrook Sep 11 '15

Not Even the Zombie Apocalypse Can Stop George R. R. Martin From Releasing Books

Whenever George R.R. Martin does anything that isn’t releasing the next A Song of Ice and Fire novel, some (typically crass) people tend to cry “he’ll be dead before he finishes!” But apparently Syfy’s Z Nation is going to show that not even a little thing like zombification can stop Martin from writing. Wait, what?…

io9 James Whitbrook Sep 10 '15

Pepper Potts’ Armor Is Finally Getting An Action Figure… But It’s Going To Cost You A Lot

It’s been two years since Hasbro revealed their Marvel Legends Rescue figure, their first figure based on Pepper Pott’s armored persona. But then it promptly vanished, never made for sale and leaving fans expecting that Rescue was gone forever. But rejoice! The figure is making a comeback… but it’ll be pricey to get. Rescue looked…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Sep 10 '15

You Can Only Find the Best Version Of Wonder Woman in Sensation Comics

Sure, Wonder Woman has her own ongoing comic book. She has a starring role in Justice League, and appears in countless other DC series. But if you want to see Wonder Woman at her very best, triumphing everything the character has ever stood up for, you seriously need to read Sensation Comics Featuring Wonder Woman.…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Sep 10 '15

The Wonder Woman Movie Could Send Diana Back to World War I

Zack Snyder shoots down another Batman v Superman rumor. The new season of The X-Files will reveal the true nature of Dana Scully’s abductors. Star Wars: Episode VIII begins filming this month at a Force Awakens location. Plus, Candice Patton on Iris’ role in The Flash, and crazy Transformers 5 rumors. Spoilers! Wonder Woman Producer…

Television James Whitbrook Sep 10 '15

Plastic Cthulhu Demands Tribute In This Awesome Legends Of Cthulhu Retro TV Spot

Last month, we brought you a first look at Warpo’s cool, old-school advertising for its 12” Cthulhu action figure. Now the Great One is back, and this time he hungers for the minds of his action figure subordinates. Can Cthulhu be stopped? Find out in this exclusive look at a new TV spot! https://gizmodo.com/a-first-look-at-warpos-spectacularly-retro-legends-of-c-1723108329 Warpo’s…

Tech News James Whitbrook Sep 9 '15

Nope, The Hulk Won’t Appear In The Next Guardians Of The Galaxy, Either

Jesse Eisenberg doesn’t think Batman v Superman is a “cartoonish” superhero film. Get a better look at The Force Awakens’ new Star Destroyer. Harrison Wells is returning to The Flash, but not as we know him. Plus, a new clip from The Martian, and a bunch of hints for Doctor Who. Spoilers Now! Guardians of…

Television James Whitbrook Sep 9 '15

Godzilla Is Now The King Of Funko Pops, As Well As Kaiju

Of all Kaiju, it’s only natural that Godzilla gets the premiere treatment. After all, he’s the most famous, and has long held the title of “King of Kaiju”. That royalty now extends to Funko’s ever-expanding line of vinyl toys, as Godzilla’s is pretty damn fantastic. Befitting his status as a plus-sized monster, Godzilla’s Funko Pop!…

Tech News James Whitbrook Sep 8 '15

Marvel’s First Native American Hero Is Getting A Standalone Comic Series

Although he’s not had his own comic since the ‘70s, Red Wolf is coming back to Marvel in a big way. Not only has the hero been making his way through Secret Wars at the moment, for the first time in nearly 40 years, he’ll have his own series—one with art provided by a Native…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Sep 8 '15

Steven Universe‘s Extended Opening Teases Major Villains and Heart-Exploding Joy

Back at Comic-Con this year, Steven Unvierse’s joint panel with Adventure Time treated fans to an extended version of the show’s opening theme, teasing an awesome hint at the show’s future. Now Cartoon Network have started streaming the opening on their website, so everyone can see it! Although the clip has made its way onto…

io9 James Whitbrook Sep 8 '15

These Insanely Adorable Marvel Plushes Are Earth’s Squishiest Heroes

Disney’s ridiculously addictive “Tsum Tsum” puzzle app has spawned a merchandising fury of its own, as fans desperately try to get cuddly versions of the cutesy, stackable Disney characters from the game. But now Marvel’s heroes are joining in on the fun, and have never looked cuter. For those not in the know, Tsum Tsum…

Tech News James Whitbrook Sep 8 '15

Game of Thrones Is Filming Scenes From The Winds of Winter Right Now!

Chris Evans could be playing Captain America for years longer. Mads Mikkelsen may have revealed big details about his Rogue One character. Ron Perlman drops huge, massive Hellboy 3 spoilers. Plus, Jenna Coleman talks Clara’s arc in Doctor Who, and a look at Rutina Wesley in Arrow. Spoilers! Captain America: Civil War After saying last…

Television James Whitbrook Sep 8 '15

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These Excellent Figuarts Star Wars Toys Are All About The Awesome Villains

NECA’s Power Loader Might Just Be The Coolest Aliens Toy Ever Made

Everything You Need To Know About Marvel’s “All-New, All-Different” Comic Universe

Could Suicide Squad‘s Main Villain Be A Member Of Their Own Team?

Forget Spider-Gwen, Gwenpool Is Gwen Stacy’s Latest Superhero Persona

Behold the Bronzed Brilliance of Legends of Tomorrow‘s Hawkman and Hawkgirl

On Steven Universe, Lying to Your Mother is its Own Battle

Half Of The Joker’s Torso Is The Creepiest Lawn Ornament Ever

Marvel May Have Found The Absolute Perfect Person To Play Captain Marvel!

Not Even the Zombie Apocalypse Can Stop George R. R. Martin From Releasing Books

Pepper Potts’ Armor Is Finally Getting An Action Figure… But It’s Going To Cost You A Lot

You Can Only Find the Best Version Of Wonder Woman in Sensation Comics

The Wonder Woman Movie Could Send Diana Back to World War I

Plastic Cthulhu Demands Tribute In This Awesome Legends Of Cthulhu Retro TV Spot

Nope, The Hulk Won’t Appear In The Next Guardians Of The Galaxy, Either

Godzilla Is Now The King Of Funko Pops, As Well As Kaiju

Marvel’s First Native American Hero Is Getting A Standalone Comic Series

Steven Universe‘s Extended Opening Teases Major Villains and Heart-Exploding Joy

These Insanely Adorable Marvel Plushes Are Earth’s Squishiest Heroes

Game of Thrones Is Filming Scenes From The Winds of Winter Right Now!

Leak Suggests Samsung Cribbed Meta’s Smart Glasses Design

Samsung Galaxy S26 for $0? Here’s How Mint Mobile Makes It Happen Right Now

Google Employees Say They Do Not Want to Fill the Gap Left by Anthropic

The Unexpected Way Hurricanes Are Fueling Wildfires

James Gunn Reveals One of His Previously Announced DC Projects Is No More

Prototype ‘Camera’ Offers a New Way to Visualize Elusive Ghost Particles

All the Geekiest Holiday Ornaments Coming From Hallmark This Year

A Robot Is the Newest Member of Jackass in Its ‘Best and Last’ Trailer

Canva Admits Its AI Tool Removed ‘Palestine’ From Designs, Apologizes for Any Distress It Caused

‘Shadow Lord’ Reminds Us Maul Is at His Best at His Lowest

Steam Controller Review: Trackpads Change Everything for PC Gaming

Soundcore Space 2 Review: A Shockingly Stellar Value for Budget ANC Wireless Headphones

Anker’s UV Printer Can Handle Almost Anything… If You Know What You’re Doing

HP’s EliteBoard Keyboard-Computer Proves We Can Stick a PC in Anything

Sleep-Tracking Earbuds Didn’t Fix Me, but They Did Open My Eyes

I’ve Tested a Lot of Bad Smart Glasses and These Are the Worst Yet

Roborock’s Qrevo Curv 2 Flow Is the Ultimate Robot Mop—If You Don’t Have Corners or Walls

Alienware’s $350 QD-OLED Gaming Monitor Nixes Everything for a Pretty Screen

Sony Inzone H6 Air Review: A Perfect Case for Open-Back Gaming Headsets

Anker’s EufyMake E1 Finally Brings Printers Out of the Dark Ages