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R2-D2 Backpack: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

GeekSugar — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 15:45:23 -0700

It's all about wearing this R2-D2 Backpack ($65) with a completely straight face as you make your way to your destination. I would personally pair it with a grown-up trench coat just to make passersbys' heads explode just a little more. Oh to be queen of irony!

I don't care how old you are, a Star Wars fan is a Star Wars fan and I can't hate the idea of this backpack, but would I wear it? Not sure.

Would you?

Star Wars Trashcan: Love It or Leave It?

GeekSugar — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 06:00:13 -0800

With the introduction of the R2-D2 mailboxes across the U.S., and then with the R2-D2 cameo appearance on Dancing With the Stars, I can officially say that R2-D2 was almost as popular in 2007 as the iPhone! For die-hard Star Wars fans there's this R2-D2 trashcan that is sure to add some geekiness to any corner of your house. To throw away your trash, all you have to do is step on R2's foot to open his head where the garbage bag is kept. And you would never guess it, but this R2-D2 trashcan stands twenty-four inches high (roughly knee height), making it that much more life-like! Each can costs $100. Do you love it? Let me know below!

Create Your Own R2-D2 Pinhole Camera

GeekSugar — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 11:00:38 -0700

Even better than the real thing, this R2-D2 pinhole camera comes completely homemade, right down to its oatmeal container shell to the blue electrical tape detailing. Created by bonniegrrl and featured on Craftzine, you can learn how to make your very own by clicking here!

To check out more pics of the R2-D2 pinhole camera being made read more

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R2-D2 Makes A Rare Dancing With The Stars Appearance

GeekSugar — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 13:25:15 -0700

Wow wa wee wha did I get quite the surprise when I tuned into Dancing With The Stars last night. Who knew that former N'Sync boy band member Joey Fatone was such a Star Wars fan?! Joey and his dance partner Kym Johnson surprised everyone with a tango dance routine to the tune of the Star Wars theme. They even had a little lightsabers fun during rehearsals and brought in R2-D2 for a guest appearance! The dance started with Joey wearing a cloak like a Jedi while holding a green lightsaber. Kim also dressed to impress with her Princess Leia skin clad costume. I thought the tango/Star Wars combo was pulled off remarkably well. Did you happen to catch it? What are your thoughts?

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via Star Wars.com and ABC news

R2-D2 Mailbox Sighting! Reader Responds

GeekSugar — Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:09:23 -0700

After hearing the United States Postal Service has decided to pay homage to the 30th Anniversary of the Star Wars series by covering select mailboxes with R2-D2 shells I went on a hunt in San Francisco in search of pimped out mailboxes.

I searched and I searched, but it was all in vain. Luckily, msugar and her friend Anika spotted the kitschy mailboxes near their office in Oregon. Apparently, Anika's first reaction was "where's C-3PO?"

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Mailboxes Get A R2-D2 Makeover

GeekSugar — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 03:03:24 -0700

I can't imagine a more flattering compliment for the ultimate geek franchise than being commemorated on a mailbox. Oh wait, geeks don't send snail mail. Regardless, 2007 is the 30th anniversary of the Star Wars release and the United States Postal Service has decided to pay homage to the series by covering select mailboxes with R2-D2 shells.

Word is the robot post boxes will coincide with a new Star Wars stamp, which is to be launched later this month as well. "The rumors are no more!" said TheForce.net, claiming they should already be out in select cities. I have to say, I kept my eyes peeled all weekend in San Francisco but didn't see a thing. Perhaps I should look again before my next pint of Guinness.
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R2D2 Projection Unit: Totally Geeky or Geek Chic?

GeekSugar — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 16:00:48 -0800

"Excuse me, but can you please pass me the Millenium Falcon remote? I need a Mountain Dew break."
I know my boyfriend has been trying to convince me that we need a projector for our apartment - and finding the wall space is another situation all together - but I haven't been on board . . . until now.

This R2D2 projection unit, that caught my eye on Geek Alerts, plays your DVDs and CDs, sports a hidden docking station for your iPod, has an integrated speaker system, AV in/out ports, and even a micro card reader. Oh, and don't forget - it comes with that Millennium Falcon Remote we saw at CES! Even though it's pushing a $4,200 price tag, and is only half the size of the real R2, it certainly would make a statement in someone's geeky digs. I'm sure Lucas has a better model up at his ranch. Sigh.

Are You Over the Geek-Cake Craze?

GeekSugar — Tue, 13 May 2008 16:00:08 -0700

Although I am still "eating up" all the geeky cakes being made by crafty bakers (and even our own TeamSugar members), I know that some of you may roll your eyes at the thought of seeing one more cake in the likeness of an iPhone or Star Wars character - even this crazy accurate R2D2 wedding cake - however crafty that they may be. I do love finding these edible gems, but are you totally over it?

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Essential Geeky Desk Accessories

GeekSugar — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 10:20:11 -0700

Since we spend more time at work than we do at home, naturally, you'd want to be as comfy as possible. That includes having all of your nerdy desk accessories within arms reach. I mean, who hasn't wanted to take a break from all those TPS reports and flow charts to play with their Lightsaber desk lamp for a few? I for one, am 100 percent on board for that. Geek is chic people, get with it.
Check out my slideshow for more uber geeky, but totally essential, desk accessories! Source

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Tech News Roundup - iRiver, So Small It's A Hazard?

GeekSugar — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 11:00:19 -0700

I knew the S10 was small, but nothing can quite prepare you for how small it is. The iRiver S10 is a teeny, tiny choking hazard - Crave
As anyone who's managed to get their hands on a Wii will no doubt have already discovered, it's relatively easy to work up a sweat and lose some pounds using Nintendos little white box. Now, the real life activity that's required to succeed at virtual Wii Sports has been picked up on by a personal trainer from Glasgow, Scotland. Personal trainer uses Wii for workouts - Engadget
So you're driving along, and you get stuck in traffic, so you whip out your Cario laptop and mount it on your steering wheel. Which locks up your steering wheel and enacts all other kinds of safety precautions intended to prevent you from doing precisely what you just did. Cario: notebook on the go - Shiny Shiny
This week's release of the much anticipated one-time Gamecube title, Super Paper Mario, goes relatively uncontested, which is a good thing for multi-platform gamers with a limited budget. First, a gallery of the 2D - 3D gameplay, then the rest of the week's releases after the break. New games this week: Super Paper Mario edition - Joystiq
Taipei's system began 15 months ago, but subscriptions have fallen far short of what city, contractor had expected. World's largest wifi having growing pains - SF Gate
Princess Lea and R2-D2 figurines make one blogger wonder "Why is Lara Croft with R2D2?" Dr. 90210 the Video Game Girls Please! - Kotaku