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Transformers iPod speaker system debuts
By LC Angell
Senior Editor, iLounge
Published: Tuesday, January 23, 2007
News Category: iPod Accessories
iPods in disguise? BigBadToyStore.com is offering an imported iPod speaker system integrated into a Convoy (the Japanese equivalent of Optimus Prime) Transformers toy. “Two iconic products have merged to create the new Convoy iPod Docking Bay,” says the online store. “Convoy is presented in an entirely white iPod color scheme and fully functional iPod Docking Bay with Speakers. The trailer holds two speakers and all standard size iPods will mount in the center of the trailer to play your favorite tunes.” The Convoy iPod Docking Bay is priced at $145 and will ship in July.
[via Gizmodo]
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1
I’ve seen it all now. What will they come up with next? .... maybe ba blades that have a center bay for you iPod…. oh what about GI Joe figures that have backpacks to put your ipod in…
Posted by 3rdEye on January 23, 2007 at 8:29 AM (PDT)
2
Ohh, I hope so 3rdEye.
I love transformers…its a bit pricey, but still nice.
Yo Joe!!
Posted by ureal on January 23, 2007 at 8:52 AM (PDT)
3
Oh man! I would soo love to buy this!!!!! too bad I don’t have enough room on my desk.
Posted by Doc Evils on January 23, 2007 at 9:22 AM (PDT)
4
What next…podcasts of Transformers TV episodes to go with the iTransformers? (Whoooops…now Apple lawyers are all scurrying about…)
Posted by FahrenheiPod 451 on January 23, 2007 at 12:43 PM (PDT)
5
Try transforming iPods in this summer’s movie! Episodes of the various shows can’t get on iTunes fast enough.
Posted by rockbox on January 23, 2007 at 12:53 PM (PDT)
6
Try transforming iPods in this summer’s movie! Episodes of the various shows can’t get on iTunes fasr enough.
Posted by rockbox on January 23, 2007 at 12:59 PM (PDT)
7
...aaaaaaaaaaAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!!!!
I NEED IT RIGHT THIS VERY SECOND!
Posted by Multimoog on January 23, 2007 at 4:55 PM (PDT)
8
Let’s face it, if you grew up collecting transformers (of which, Prime is the very coolest) this thing rocks.
*wanting one…. wanting one SO BAAADD…*
Posted by chad_l on January 24, 2007 at 7:24 AM (PDT)
9
Takara has announced that Transformer characters Rumble and Frenzy will be released as a set of Transforming ear phones compatible with the upcoming Soundwave MP3 player and iPod.
Posted by rockbox on January 24, 2007 at 9:18 AM (PDT)
10
Too bad convoy isn’t in his regular colors… Now he just looks like a naked Ultra Magnus…
Posted by ShinRiceface on January 24, 2007 at 12:24 PM (PDT)
11
This is damn cool….but why not make it the transformer that actually was a boombox? Soundwave? It makes sense and would look damn cool
Posted by owenstar on January 24, 2007 at 3:31 PM (PDT)
12
Actually, there are also transforming MP3 players, resembling the classic Soundwave tape player. One is in iPod-ish white, the other is in classic Soundwave blue.
The “tape door” is now a slot for a memory card.
They also appear at BigBadToyStore.
Posted by Xenedar on January 25, 2007 at 10:17 AM (PDT)