Disney's $249 remote-controlled Wall-E up for pre-order

So it's a full $59 more than we were expecting, but with Wall-E's tremendous success at the box office, we have a feeling Disney can get away with it. The Ultimate Wall-E remote control robot is now up for pre-order, promising kids and adults-longing-to-be-kids alike hours upon hours of fun. For those who missed this creature frolicking on video, here are the highlights: he can chat with his owner, dance, play music, dazzle you with those eyes and even sense / avoid obstacles. Unfortunately, all $249 will buy you is a place in line, as this fellow isn't expect to ship until October 16th.

[Thanks, Toadlet]

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 22nd 2008 10:27PM]

Yeah, I saw one on the shelf at Sam's Club the same week the movie came out. Might have been remote control only, no speech, music, etc? I didn't look too close. But it at least moved around by remote, and was priced about $60.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 22nd 2008 10:51PM]

http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2882455
Toys R Us says it'll be shipped by September 13th.

[(Unverified) Posted Jul 22nd 2008 11:33PM]

My girlfriend would love this for Christmas. Thanks!

[Eugimon Posted Jul 23rd 2008 2:03AM]

Isn't anyone else concerned that they gave the remote control of the robot... to the robot???

[scottjl Posted Jul 23rd 2008 10:58AM]

i'm in for one. thought the movie was amazing.. both coupon codes closed it.. paid less for it shipped than the regular price! be sure to use BOTH codes (WALLE and SHIPFOR5)

[mladd Posted Jul 23rd 2008 9:41PM]

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