Limited edition R2-D2 DVD projector up for pre-order

Remember that R2-D2 projector that's been taunting you for months? Of course, how could you forget? Apparently, these critters are getting set to roll off the assembly line (seen above, if you couldn't piece it together) and into eager hands everywhere. The R2-D2 DVD Projector is up for pre-order right now for a stiff €2,799 ($4,114), and while that's most definitely more than we'd like to pay, it's probably better than waiting for all 4,000 to run out and being forced to pay "market price."

[Pismodude @ Feb 22nd 2008 1:52AM]

Yeah... I forgot.

[webon @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:42AM]

GTFO

[Blackstar @ Feb 22nd 2008 3:08AM]

"Help me, Obi-Wan Kenobi, you're my only hope. Alright, now what do I click?"
"Click 'Preferences.'"
"OK, I clicked 'Preferences.'"
"Now go to 'Default media browser.'"
"OK. There's a little hourglass and it's not letting me do anything. It says 'Buffering.' What is that?"
"Just give it a minute."
"All I'm trying to do is make an MPEG."
"All I'm trying to do is tell you to wait a minute!"
"OK, relax."
"Now click 'Import video file.'"
"Alright. It's telling me I have to download Real Player 7."
"You know what? I'll just bring it to him myself."

[Flashpoint @ Feb 22nd 2008 1:52AM]

Help me Obi Wan Kenobi- Your my Only Hope...

*skips to next file*

hardcore porno

[AutoTom @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:31AM]

Help me obi wan kenobi, you're my only hope!

Who terry, who!

[Anton @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:43AM]

HARDCORE PORN FTW!

[webon @ Feb 22nd 2008 1:56AM]

I'd rather have this
http://www.extremetech.com/article2/0,1697,1874384,00.asp

[thedude @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:05AM]

I could make my own for far less than 4 bills. Just get an el cheapo projector at costco ($599), a shiny new metal garbage can, some grocery cart wheels and a $39.99 DVD player, hacksaw a hole, duck tape your projector in, connect components, plug in, slap some cool Star Wars stickers on the outside, maybe some flames to make it look fast, put together and WHAMMO!!!!! R2D2 clone for oh, $700.... With the extra $3500 you can get some ice and fill with beer for you viewing enjoyment.

[henry @ Feb 22nd 2008 9:58AM]

Well, that being said... then you got a garbage projector, instead of this baby with an awesome Millennium Falcon remote, full function RC (drive the little bugger around, turn its head lower its body) ... but then again, perhaps it's a fan-article/collectors item anyway.. so

[DorianGray @ Feb 22nd 2008 10:00AM]

@thedude

"...maybe some flames to make it look fast..."

That actually made me laugh out loud. Best line of the day!

[eeeMan @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:15AM]

yeah because 4000 of these pieces of shit are going to run out so fast

[Will @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:17AM]

High definition?

[JuggleNuts @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:23AM]

I can see it now ... plush, multi-million dollar mansion nestled in the hills of LA ... minimalist decor ... designer furniture ...
$40,000 sound system ... $20,000 custom lighting ... modern art hung on the walls ... everything the hip playboy needs to impress even the most exclusive female celebrity ... all of it NOTHING without an R2-D2 projector, plopped down in the middle ... that's $4,000 of pure class, gentlemen. Pure class.

[turn_self_off @ Feb 22nd 2008 4:35AM]

can he mix drinks?

[AutoTom @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:30AM]

it's cool but i'd have to roof mount it.. that could be awkward

[MrGuru @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:35AM]

finally!!! i have the brains needed to complete my x-wing...

[jerry lawler @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:39AM]

this is what they were waisting their money on?

[frankXchange @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:41AM]

I'm not keen on a projector per se, but I'd kiss a wookie for a chance at the R2-D2 droid shell, probably to use as a shell for my desktop computer, or a drinks dispenser. Are the restraining bolts extra?

[Bobs @ Feb 22nd 2008 2:51AM]

A bit fancy for just DVDs, dont ya think?

[Michael LaFramboise @ Feb 22nd 2008 3:59AM]

so when do we get a gold-plated C-3P0 edition?

[Ferry @ Feb 22nd 2008 6:32AM]

I have seen this baby work at New York toyshow...
AMAZING!
They hooked it up with a PS3.... all I can say is WOW!
The iPod dock is pretty amazing too... decripting "small" video for the "Big" screen...

Really impressive
My orders is in the mail!

[Ralph @ Feb 22nd 2008 8:07AM]

I always wish I was "stupid rich" -- i.e., buy anything at any time -- when I see stuff like this and that spiral staircase slide...

http://gizmodo.com/archives/spiral-stair-slide-009866.php

[Mr Happy @ Feb 22nd 2008 8:13AM]

Wow. I'm gonna have to start saving those pounds for one of these little babies. I love the idea of a PS3 being hooked up. Fantastic.
Other R2D2 thing I saw recently was the R2D2 translator @ http://www.r2d2translator.com/. It rocks - my ringtone on my mobile has been this for a while now

[Dan @ Feb 22nd 2008 8:32AM]

Waisting? What kind of sexual pervert are you?

[some dude in japan @ Feb 22nd 2008 9:33AM]

That shit looks tight, might have to pick one up

[Hax Or @ Feb 22nd 2008 9:43AM]

This is priced like a Segway.

To kill it

[g3n3tix @ Feb 22nd 2008 9:59AM]

Does it come with HD-DVD ?

[Joseph @ Feb 22nd 2008 1:48PM]

have you even seen star wars?

[mostundudelike @ Feb 22nd 2008 1:24PM]

http://beta.filmmakingfrenzy.com/ViewFilm.aspx?FilmId=88

This is the one you want.

[bo sneb @ Feb 22nd 2008 5:25PM]

Sweet! then they can make a johnny 5 DVD projector, we can all get both and make them duel! robo bum wars!

[silicon.shaman @ Feb 22nd 2008 7:06PM]

4000 bucks.. no thanks.
I'll wait a bit and get one second-hand from some Jawas I know!