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GadgetsStar Wars Angry Birds AT-AT battle game pictures and hands-on
You've played the game on your phone or tablet, but what about in real life? That's what Hasbro and Rovio are hoping you'll want to do with Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Battle game that lets you recreate the battle of Hoth over and over again without a...
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OnlineHasbro Star Wars MTT Droid Carrier pictures and hands-on
Pocket-lint last saw Hasbro's Multi Troop Transport Droid Carrier at the London Toy Fair in February, but that was behind closed doors and photography was strictly forbidden. Now the company has allowed us to get our mitts on it, and we have to say we're...
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OnlineFurby (2012) pictures and hands-on
Furby, the cute and cuddly electronic pet, is back and this time is is more responsive, more intelligent and interacts with an accompanying iPad, iPhone and iPod touch application. Owners can feed their Furby using the app, play music the robot creature...
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OnlineUltimate FX Lightsaber pictures and hands-on
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 caught our...
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OnlineKre-o: Transformers Lego in disguise
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 really...
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OnlineNerf Vortex disc blasters hands-on
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...
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OnlineBop-It! XT hands-on
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” at the device, and the gadget...
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OnlineSimon Flash hands-on
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...
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Gadgets 3.5 out of 5Star Wars - Obi-Wan Kenobi Electronic Lightsaber review
No Jedi wannabe is complete without his or her lightsabre at their side. While the Force FX Star Wars Lightsabres This product was kindly loaned to us by (reviewed here) may offer the perfect accompaniment for the hardened fan, they wouldn't stand up...
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Gadgets 3.5 out of 5Star Wars - Darth Vader Voice Changer review
The ultimate in fancy dress gear, the Darth Vader Voice Changer allows you to don the Vader mask and become the man himself as George prepares to drown the world with one last merchandising hurrah. Once donned, and yes it does fit adults (well, just about)...
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Gadgets 4 out of 5Star Wars - Mr Potato Head Darth Tater review
Not being able to resist the lure, Mr Potato Head has turned to the Dark Side to become Darth Tater. The kit comes complete with mask, arm with lightsabre and flowing cloak. The wacky plastic potato comes with a plethora of Darth Vader accessories, including...
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Gadgets 4 out of 5Trivial Pursuit DVD Game Star Wars Saga Edition review
So you think you know the Star Wars Universe? Hasbro has created a DVD version of its popular Trivial Pursuit game to challenge even the die-hard fans. The game features all the classic elements of the original board game, ie you zip around answering...
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Gadgets 4.5 out of 5Bop it Extreme 2 review
Kids don't want simple any more. As so we find ourselves reviewing Bop it Extreme 2 an advanced version of Simon Says. So popular it seems was the first version by Hasbro, that they couldn't resist updating and creating another. But has it got what it...
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Gadgets 3.5 out of 5Transformers Alternators - Subaru Impreza Silverstreak review
Transformers has long had a place in our heart. The idea that trucks, dinosaurs and anything else for that matter could be a robot in disguise is a great tool in feeding the imagination of the young. Whether they are young in age or young at heart, Transformers...
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Audio 1 out of 5VideoNow Color - Personal Video Player review
Children watch far too much television as it is at the moment, however a new gadget is hoping to ensure they watch even more. The VideoNow system launched with Nickelodeon is a portable device that allows you to watch movies and your favourite television...