How many of us have grown up watching the Star Wars saga? No doubt a great many of us have entertained thoughts of what it would be like to have our own personal droid. Now you can! R2-D2, the plucky little robot that was full of courage and attitude, is now available for purchase.
Voice Activated R2-D2
This is not your average movie replica collectible though. This faithful R2-D2 replica is voice activated! Imagine giving the little droid commands and then watching him carry them out. There are more than forty voice activated commands you can give R2-D2.
The realm of voice activation has advanced considerably. This is readily apparent with R2. The first toys that utilized such technology could only follow simple one word commands. They could only store an extremely limited number of these as well.
Voice Activated Features
Today, voice activated electronics can handle a great many commands even complex ones. R2-D2 can follow such commands. For example, if you want him to move forward you just have to tell him to “move forward five units.” This gives him a directional command as well as a distance command.
Do you remember how R2 could sometimes fall into an ill mood? All you have to do is to tell him “R2, behave yourself” and he will get over it. How’s that for following commands? This voice activated R2-D2 can do so much more as well.
With R2-D2’s infrared sensor you can play a game of tag. He will use the sensor to seek out anyone in the room. Another benefit of his infrared sensor includes R2-D2’s ability to stand sentry in a room. You could know when your siblings (or your spouse) sneaks into your room unannounced. Imagine their surprise when R2 sounds the alarm!
R2-D2’s wheels are not the only part of this precocious droid that moves. Just like in the movies, his dome can rotate. This allows R2 to scan the room. It also gives you the distinct feeling that this voice activated droid is actually listening to you.
R2-D2’s sounds are just as authentic as the rest of the little robot. From his happy whistles and beeps to his sad little “wheeooo” sounds R2 will leave you thinking that he can actually feel emotions. Perhaps his best quality, however, is his ability to dance.
The droid’s voice activated dance command will cause R2-D2 to begin dancing while playing the most famous of the Star Wars music, the Cantina Theme. Another trait of this lovable little droid is its ability to answer yes or no questions. He can also mimic sound effects and actual lines from the movies.
While this voice activated R2-D2 is not nearly as tall as his famous movie counterpart (15” vs. roughly 3 ft) he is just as energetic and loveable. One thing to keep in mind is that this R2 does require four AA batteries and four D batteries. If you are looking for the perfect gift for the Star Wars fan in your life this voice activated R2-D2 is just the thing.
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