R2-D2 Wireless Web Camera for Star Wars Voyeurs

As the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars draws to a close, last-minute commemorative collectibles are making their way into the greasy hands of enthusiasts worldwide.
This one’s for the voyeurs of the bunch.

The R2-D2 Wireless Web Camera replicates the ‘headstrong astromech droid’ in all his blue and white glory. Not only is R2-D2 capable of transmitting wirelessly in 628 x 528 pixels, he can move around your room while your voice and face are sent through cyberspace. The R2-D2 webcam employs a lightsaber remote control that allows you to send him gliding and spinning on nearby surfaces. A sensor and audible warning system is used to keep you from crashing R2-D2 into furniture or falling off your desk while you’re putting on your one-man Han Solo comedy hour webcast.

In addition to being a webcam in the shape of R2-D2, this piece of gadgetry goes the extra mile for your $350. It also takes digi pix, records your voice, zooms in, tilts and enlightens you with variations of astromech droid sounds and 11 phrases from the original soundtrack. When your comedy hour fails, try broadcasting your Princess Leia imitation, “Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi; you’re my only hope.” Maybe you’ll get some.

[Product page via ShinyShiny]

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