Friday, March 25, 2016

BB-8™ by Sphero

Source: sphero.com

Sphero,  a robotics company, has partnered with Star Wars to make the tiny version of BB8, the cute and adorable droid from the latest Star Wars franchise. The droid is app-enabled and its features include:

  • Authentic Movement // Guide BB-8 with a smartphone or tablet 
  • Listens & Responds // BB-8 recognizes and reacts to voice 
  • Holographic Communication // Record and view virtual holographic videos with BB-8 
  • Autonomous Behavior // BB-8 has a mind of its own - explore the Star Wars™ galaxy together 
  • Adaptive Personality // BB-8’s unique attitude and actions evolve as you interact with it
Included in the box when you buy Sphero's BB8 droid are:

  • BB-8 App-Enabled Droid
  • Induction Charging Base
  • Micro USB Cable
  • Quick Start Guide 
  • Legal Guide
Source: squarespace.com

Specifications are:
  • iOS & Android & Window Phone compatible 
  • Top speed of 4.5 mph (7ft/s)
  • Durable polycarbonate shell 
  • Bluetooth Smart BLE connection (100 foot range)
  • Inductive charging (over 1 hour of play on a full charge) 
  • Free App: BB-8 App-Enabled Droid powered by Sphero available through iTunes, Google Play or Windows App Store
  • Internal guidance system includes a gyroscope and accelerometer. 
  • Height: 11.4 cm / Width: 7.3 cm / Weight ~200 g
Check out an unboxing video below:

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