James Whitbrook, Author at Gizmodo

This New Avengers Toy Is A Little Less Iron Man, A Little More Iron Baby

What if Tony Stark became Iron Man while he was still a toddler? Well, while we don’t have a Marvel Babies cartoon show to answer that question (somehow!), this new toy gives us a little glimpse at such a scenario. The cutest widdle billionare superhero there is! The latest figure in Beast Kingdom’s “Egg Attack…

Tech News James Whitbrook May 1 '15

This Could Be Our First Look At Will Smith As Suicide Squad‘s Deadshot

Get a colorful look at Ben Affleck in Batman v. Superman’s Batsuit, and a clearer picture of X-Men Apocalypse’s Jean Grey and Jubilee. Michel Fassbender has an update on the Assassin’s Creed movie. Plus casting news for Fear the Walking Dead, and what’s to come on Agents of SHIELD. Spoilers Assemble! Top image: Batman v.…

Television James Whitbrook May 1 '15

The Coolest Toys You Can Buy Of The Vision, Your New Favorite Avenger

Age of Ultron is already breaking box office records across the world, and will finally make its way to US theaters tomorrow — and already one of the things that’s gotten people most excited is the movie’s take on the Vision. Want some cool swag for the Avenging Android? Look no further. Toys for the…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 30 '15

Play Arts Kai’s New Spider-Man Figure Has The Most Pointless Armor Ever

We got some great looks at what’s coming in the Play Arts Kai Marvel seriesat Toy Fairearlier this year, but Square-Enix have released a closer look at their take on the webslinger — and while he looks pretty smashing, he also seems to have the most pointless bits of extra armour Spider-Man could ever want.…

Tech News James Whitbrook Apr 30 '15

DC Finally Reveals A Character They’ve Teased Since The New 52 Began

Ever since the New 52 began in 2011, Geoff Johns has been teasing the arrival of a major addition to the world of DC’s New Gods: The daughter of Darkseid himself. And after four years of hints, she’s finally showing up. Warning: There’s some major spoilers ahead for this week’s Justice League #40. If you’re…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 30 '15

Doctor Who Will Answer One Of The Doctor’s Most Vexing Mysteries

Mark Ruffalo talks about how to make a standalone Hulk film. Scarlett Johansson teases the Avengers-esque scope of Civil War. A familiar dinosaur’s face returns in Jurassic World. Could Marvel be nearing casting for both Spider-Man and Iron Fist? Plus what’s to come on The Originals and The Vampire Diaries. Spoilers now! Top image: Doctor…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 30 '15

God Dammit, Even The Hulk Wants More Black Widow Merchandise

There’s a distinct lack of Black Widow toys on shelves for Age of Ultron, but that’s not a new problem. I know it. You know it. Now even Mark Ruffalo, Bruce Banner himself, knows it. Ruffalo — who’s been on a roll lately when it comes todealing with the usual gender nonsense that comes with…

Tech News James Whitbrook Apr 29 '15

A Guide To The Silliest Supervillains In Comics, The Flash’s Rogues

Thanks to The Flash TV series, you’re already familiar with a few of the Scarlet Speedster’s most iconic villains, the criminal group known as the Rogues. But not even a show as delightfully silly as The Flash can really convey just how bizarre the comic book versions of the Rogues are. Here’s a field guide…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 29 '15

This Gigantic Godzilla Figure Is A Wonderfully Chunky King Of Kaiju

When Godzilla came out last year, there were a lot of jokes about how the premiere Kaiju of the movie world had, errr… a bit of a weight problem. I didn’t particularly notice it, until this ginormous (and amazing looking) figure reminded me just how meaty old ‘Zilla was. The figure, by X-Plus, is around…

Tech News James Whitbrook Apr 29 '15

A Terminator Figure That Does Retro Right

San Diego Comic Con is just over two months away, and you know what that means? It’s time to unveil the oodles of Con-exclusive merchandise that’ll be available. NECA’s kicking off the wallet-tempting with a take on a retro toy idea that doesn’t fall into some of the pitfalls of the recent “retro style” boom.…

Tech News James Whitbrook Apr 29 '15

Does James Cameron Really Have A Script For Avatar 5 Already?

The current X-Men movie universe could be coming to an end. Could Batman be appearing in Suicide Squad? Gaze upon the Vision in new Age of Ultron stills. X-Files creator teases Mulder and Scully’s relationship in the series’ return. Plus what’s to come on The Messengers and Once Upon A Time. To me, my Spoilers!…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 29 '15

This Week’s Comics: A Broken Man Is Humanity’s Hope For First Contact

It would be a fairly light week if DC hadn’t come to drop another humongous wave of Convergence comics on our collective heads, but that’s not all to the latest comics. Scifi thriller Pisces kicks off the story of a war veteran entrusted with First Contact, and there’s aliens on the run, Spider-Verses and more!…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 28 '15

Tuesday Game Room: Returning to Broken Age Edition

It’s been nearly 3 years, but at last, the second half of Broken Age, the game that kicked off the crowdfunded game development boom, is out this week. Did you back the kickstarter? Are you going to see what all the fuss is about? Come talk shop about all things gaming in the new edition…

Tech News James Whitbrook Apr 28 '15

Melinda May Will Get Her Own One-Shot Comic For SHIELD’s 50th Birthday

SHIELD will turn 50 later this year, and Marvel is celebrating with not just kisses to the organisation’s past, but with a series of one-shot comics featuring SHIELD’s finest female agents, including Agents of SHIELD’s finest badass, Melinda May. The four female-led one-shots — based around Melinda May, Peggy Carter, Mockingbird and Daisy Johnson/Quake —…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Apr 28 '15

X-Men Apocalypse Set Pictures Offer A Glimpse Of The New Jean Grey!

Marvel’s Spider-Man movie may have a revealing title. The Flash reveals a glorious look at Gorilla Grodd in action. Captain America: Civil War’s ultimate villain is confirmed. Plus, teasers for what’s to come on Game of Thrones, Outlander and more. Behold, spoilers! Top image: The Flash. Captain America: Civil War Chris Evans teases his filming…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 28 '15

This Crazy Face Makes For A Great Darth Maul Figure

For what little time he graced the screen in The Phantom Menace, any sort of emotion that wasn’t “stoic” or “oh crap I just got chopped in half” was rarely seen on the visage of Darth Maul. However, this new figuarts toy from Bandai looks so wonderfully demented, it makes for a lovely figure. The…

Tech News James Whitbrook Apr 28 '15

The Complete History Of The Joker’s Many, Many Incarnations

Jared Leto’s prison-tattooed version of the Joker made a big splash the other day — but a radically transformed Joker is nothing new. Batman’s most iconic foe has undergone many revamps, reimaginings, updates and interpretations over the past 75 years. Here’s the complete history of the ever-changing face of the Joker. 1940’s and 50’s Although…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 27 '15

The Comic Book Guardians Of The Galaxy Are Getting An Amazing Figure Set

When Guardians of the Galaxy came out last year, if you wanted the entire movie team in Hasbro’s 6” Marvel Legends Line, you had to spend money (and get figures you might not want) to get all the parts for the “Build-A-Figure” Groot. That’s not the case with this brilliant new set based on their…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Apr 27 '15

Drax The Destroyer Gets His Own Comic For The First Time Ever

Two year ago, basically no one outside of diehard comics fans knew who the Guardians of the Galaxy were. Flash forward to now, each member of the movie’s team is starring in their own comic book series, including Drax. Announced at C2E2 over the weekend, Drax will be the character’s first ever standalone series since…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 27 '15

How Doctor Strange Could Make A Surprise Début Before His Own Movie

Oscar Isaac talks about working with the cast of the original trilogy for The Force Awakens. Learn how Agents of SHIELD will connect with Age of Ultron. Steven Moffat teases the Doctor and Missy’s relationship in the next season of Doctor Who. Plus, what’s to come on Hannibal, Gotham and The Flash. Spoilers Get! Top…

io9 James Whitbrook Apr 27 '15

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This New Avengers Toy Is A Little Less Iron Man, A Little More Iron Baby

This Could Be Our First Look At Will Smith As Suicide Squad‘s Deadshot

The Coolest Toys You Can Buy Of The Vision, Your New Favorite Avenger

Play Arts Kai’s New Spider-Man Figure Has The Most Pointless Armor Ever

DC Finally Reveals A Character They’ve Teased Since The New 52 Began

Doctor Who Will Answer One Of The Doctor’s Most Vexing Mysteries

God Dammit, Even The Hulk Wants More Black Widow Merchandise

A Guide To The Silliest Supervillains In Comics, The Flash’s Rogues

This Gigantic Godzilla Figure Is A Wonderfully Chunky King Of Kaiju

A Terminator Figure That Does Retro Right

Does James Cameron Really Have A Script For Avatar 5 Already?

This Week’s Comics: A Broken Man Is Humanity’s Hope For First Contact

Tuesday Game Room: Returning to Broken Age Edition

Melinda May Will Get Her Own One-Shot Comic For SHIELD’s 50th Birthday

X-Men Apocalypse Set Pictures Offer A Glimpse Of The New Jean Grey!

This Crazy Face Makes For A Great Darth Maul Figure

The Complete History Of The Joker’s Many, Many Incarnations

The Comic Book Guardians Of The Galaxy Are Getting An Amazing Figure Set

Drax The Destroyer Gets His Own Comic For The First Time Ever

How Doctor Strange Could Make A Surprise Début Before His Own Movie

X’s ‘Everything App’ Metamorphosis Supposedly Accelerating Soon with ‘X Money’ Rollout

The First ‘Brand New Day’ Marvel Legends Tease a Spidey-Hulk Brawl

Maine Governor Vetoes Landmark Data Center Moratorium

Apple Is Setting Its New CEO Up to Be Synonymous with the $2,000 Foldable iPhone, Report Says

The New ‘Spider-Noir’ Trailer Is as Colorful As You Want

The First Look at ‘Alien: Isolation 2’ Calls You Back for More

Scare Your Neighbors With This Incredible Life-Size ‘Alien’ Halloween Decoration (Exclusive)

A Dangerous Bacteria Is Moving Up the East Coast. Here’s What That Means for You

Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone Robot Vacuum and Mop Drops $250 Off, All-in-One Cleaning Solution at Its Lowest Price Yet

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

The Soundboks Mix Is Going to Make You the Most Popular Guy at the Park

Asus Zenbook A16 Review: Start Considering Snapdragon on PC, for Real