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  • Hasbro files lawsuit against Asus over Transformer Prime name

    Hasbro files lawsuit against Asus over Transformer Prime name

    Tablet versus massive robot... Only one winner 22 December 2011 17:15 GMT

    Toy manufacturer Hasbro is taking Asus to court over the use of the name Transformer Prime for its latest tablet/laptop combo. It believes that the name is way too close to its own trademarked property Optimus Prime, the leader of the Transformers.

    The...

  • Ultimate FX Lightsaber pictures and hands-on. Star Wars, Hasbro, Toys, Photos 0

    Ultimate FX Lightsaber pictures and hands-on

    HANDS-ON I've felt your presents 1 December 2011 14:50 GMT

    Go on, 'fess up. Just how many times did have you picked up a pole or stick and swiped it around making Lightsaber noises? Well now you don't have to.

    Toy Lightsabers, even replicas, are nothing new but the Ultimate FX Lightsaber from Hasbro...

  • Kre-o: Transformers Lego in disguise

    Kre-o: Transformers Lego in disguise

    HANDS-ON Hasbro bricking it 22 July 2011 12:29 GMT

    A spokesperson for Hamleys recently told us that Lego has had an "incredible year so far" and we can understand why, it has released sets with some killer licensed brands in 2011, including Pirates of the Caribbean and its own Ninjago, and they've...

  • Nerf Vortex disc blasters hands-on

    Nerf Vortex disc blasters hands-on

    HANDS-ON Disc-o inferno 21 July 2011 15:07 GMT

    We've always been big fans of Nerf blasters here on Pocket-lint, and never shy away from the opportunity to shoot one or another in the floppy bits with a well-aimed projectile. However, it's been literally hit or miss over the years, as to guarantee...

  • Hasbro banks on Monopoly for Christmas number one

    Hasbro banks on Monopoly for Christmas number one

    Old favourite rejigged in several ways 15 July 2011 16:36 GMT

    Toy manufacturer Hasbro has crafted three new versions of Monopoly for 2011, and while they stick to the same basic rules, each has a unique selling point that will appease different kinds of people.

    First up is a new Electronic Banking version...

  • Pocket-lint learns to draw Transformers. Hasbro, Transformers, Transformers: Dark of the Moon, games, Gaming, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, Features 0

    Pocket-lint learns to draw Transformers

    FEATURE Tips from a Hasbro artist on the robots in disguise 15 June 2011 13:00 GMT

    It's difficult to imagine more of a dream job than Lee Bradley's; a Hasbro certified artist who makes his living drawing Transformers.

    Bradley is a self-taught illustrator who has worked with some of the biggest and best names in the comic...

  • Transformers 3D glasses helmet for kids lets you watch 3D in disguise

    Transformers 3D glasses helmet for kids lets you watch 3D in disguise

    Show you're a real fan 23 February 2011 10:40 GMT

    3D glasses aren’t that hip or cool, especially if you're 9-years-old. But, all that is about to change with the launch of the Hasbro Transformers 3D glasses/helmets later in the year.

    Hasbro has announced that it's partnered with Real-D,...

  • Bop-It! XT hands-on

    Bop-It! XT hands-on

    HANDS-ON TOY FAIR 2011: Hasbro wants you to shake your stuff 27 January 2011 14:26 GMT

    Bop-It is back and this time with a new feature for the new year, says Hasbro at this year’s Toy Fair in London, and Pocket-lint were on hand to have a go.

    In, is a new “shake” feature, out is the need to “shout”...

  • Shark Attack: Hungry Hippos goes bad

    Shark Attack: Hungry Hippos goes bad

    TOY FAIR 2011: Hasbro unleash 27 January 2011 12:44 GMT

    There’s nothing like a great white shark munching its way toward you to speed up your game play, and that’s the hope of Hasbro with a new board game called Shark Attack.

    So what do you have to do? Well roll some dice and then get...

  • Game of Life revamped for new adventure

    Game of Life revamped for new adventure

    TOY FAIR 2011: New spin on an old friend 27 January 2011 12:16 GMT

    Game of Life, the classic board game you no doubt played as a child, is to get a make over for 2011 Hasbro has confirmed to Pocket-lint.

    The new version of the board game will now be called Game of Life: Adventures Edition and focus on multiple...

  • Simon Flash hands-on

    Simon Flash hands-on

    HANDS-ON TOY FAIR 2011: Simon updated for the next generation 26 January 2011 10:31 GMT

    The classic game of “Simon”, where you have to remember a series of colours in sequence, is making a comeback thanks to a new twist on the game by Hasbro, and Pocket-lint was at the Toy Fair in London to have a quick go.

    Based on the same technology...

  • iPhone goes 3D courtesy of Hasbro

    iPhone goes 3D courtesy of Hasbro

    And your iPod touch too, via $30 accessory 9 November 2010 9:30 GMT

    Toy making giant Hasbro is all set to unveil a budget accessory that will enable iPhone and iPod touch users to jump aboard the 3D revolution.

    Called the Hasbro My3D, it's a binocular-shaped device with a slot for your iDevice. Peering through...

  • The many geek faces of Mr Potato Head

    The many geek faces of Mr Potato Head

    You shall go to the ball, just make sure you're called a fanboi 7 September 2010 12:45 GMT

    Artist Sarah Calvillo has created an amazing Steampunk version of Mr Potato Head, whilst Sir Spudnik, Potato Head’s Victorian counterpart, shows what the classic toy would look like if he came from a different era. But that got us thinking, what...

  • Star Wars Boba Fett Helmet

    PHOTOS: Hasbro's top toys for Christmas 2010

    Walking Iron Man a highlight in strong line-up of fun 5 August 2010 10:39 GMT

    Toy company Hasbro has given Pocket-lint some playtime with a wide range of its Autumn and Winter line-ups - the products it's essentially pushing for the busy Christmas market.

    We looked at a large range of games and toys for all ages, and...

  • Iron Man 2 helmet turns your kids into Tony Stark

    Iron Man 2 helmet turns your kids into Tony Stark

    Hasbro releases new toys for the new Hollywood movie 12 February 2010 22:10 GMT

    Hasbro has announced the launch of a range of Iron Man 2 toys in time for the latest movie staring super hero Tony Stark.

    The new Iron Man Helmet includes mission directives from Jarvis and a “slow release” visor that slides into...

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