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- Entertainment
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This Popular LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 Set Is Nearly Free, Rated 4.9 Stars on Amazon
Star Wars is one of the most popular licenses that LEGO has (alongside Harry Potter) and whenever there's a discount on one of their Star Wars sets, fans flock to get their hands on it. That's what's going on right now with the Star Wars R2-D2 set, which is now available at a new all-time low price of $79 on Amazon, having been $100. This is as good as it gets on Black Friday and Prime Day, so this is an excellent opportunity. Loaded with an excellent 4.9-star rating on Amazon, this set is a best-seller. See at Amazon This LEGO set recreates the adorable R2-D2 droid with 1,050 pieces in a model that stands over 9 inches tall, 6 inches wide, and 4 inches deep. The model perfectly blends playful details with a faithful look that will please Star Wars fans. The head rotates a full 360 degree, so you can spin Artoo around like he's scanning the surroundings. A third leg that is removable opens, allowing him movement in 'driving' or 'walking' positions, just like in the movies. The front panels open to reveal extendable tools, highlighting R2-D2's classic skill at spaceship repair and system hacking. A secret compartment is included within to store Luke Skywalker's lightsaber, so this is a set that is not only full of surprises but also storytelling potential. Along with the primary build, this set also includes a LEGO Star Wars 25th Anniversary Darth Malak minifigure. Display options are built into the set. It comes with a stand that holds R2-D2 securely in position and there's an information plaque with the 25th Anniversary logo to provide your collection with a museum-quality feel. Given the price of $79, this set offers excellent value. LEGO Star Wars sets rarely drop this low, especially for figures as iconic as R2-D2. If you're a fan or know someone who is, now is a great time to add this piece to your collection without paying full price. See at Amazon
Gizmodo
21-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
LEGO Restocks Star Wars R2-D2 Set at Prime Day Prices, Now Looking to Clear Out Inventory
LEGO's biggest franchise of all time has been Star Wars which has captivated children and grown-ups around the world for over two decades. Few sets capture the adventurous spirit and charm of this universe as colorfully as the R2-D2 building set. Right now, this wonderful R2-D2 set is on sale at an all-time low price on Amazon for just $79, down from its initial selling price of $99. With a whopping 4.9 out of 5 rating through many thousands of customer reviews, it's consistently one of the most popular LEGO sets online. See at Amazon The appeal of R2-D2 transcends generations and makes this set a great pick if you're looking to relive great movie moments, start a collection or just spend some quality hours this summer building by yourself or with family. The set is recommended for builders ages ten and up so it's great for dedicated adult fans, yet still accessible to younger builders interested in Star Wars. With 1,050 pieces, this R2-D2 brick-built model manages to maintain all of the charm and delicacy of the screen original droid. The completed figure stands over 9 inches in height, and you'll notice immediately how accurate and true to the film version it is. You will enjoy discovering the many fun features in the process: R2-D2's head can rotate a full 360 degrees, and brings a sense of life and personality to the finished figure. The third leg is detachable so you can switch back and forth between R2-D2's original standing posture and his classic rolling position. There is also an attachable periscope and play elements familiar to fans from throughout the saga which are added authenticity for play or add to imaginative play for display. LEGO made sure collectors and avid fans would love this set with an added 25th Anniversary Darth Malak mini-figure which is a special touch that won't be ignored by those who think highly of special mini-figs. Play is the focus of the set but display value is possible and it comes with a tidy information plaque to aid in completing the Star Wars atmosphere. Finding a set with this level of detail and collector interest for only $79 is rare. See at Amazon
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Lighter IIT-M wheelchair costs 1/3rd of existing models
Chennai: A wheelchair developed by IIT Madras that is 50% lighter than similar existing models and costs one third of them was launched on Wednesday. Named YD One, after the late paraplegic rehabilitation advocate S Vaidyanathan, the wheelchair is made of aerospace-grade aluminium and can be customised to suit a user's body, posture, and daily mobility needs. Weighing 8.5kg, YD One was developed by engineers at the TTK Centre for Rehabilitation Research and Device Development (R2D2) at IIT-M in collaboration with users and clinicians. It can support up to 120kg and is designed to be easy to lift, handle, and stow in cars, autos, or public transport. It can also be used by beginners taking up sports. The institute transferred the tech to Thryv Mobility, an IIT-M incubated startup, for commercial manufacturing. The wheelchair is expected to retail at under 75,000, nearly one-third the cost of similar wheelchairs in international markets. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai Prof Sujatha Srinivasan, head of R2D2, said in a video message, "YD One is the seventh product from our centre. Our products offer unique advantages globally. We are proud to work with passionate startups to offer affordable choices." Justin Jesudas, co-founder of Thyrv Mobility, said the wheelchair features a mono-tube rigid frame with an ISO-specified load capacity of 120kg. It passed two lakh double drum test cycles and 6,666 drop tests. The wheelchair was unveiled by Surgeon Vice Admiral Anupam Kapur, Director General Hospital Services (Armed Forces), in the presence of IIT-M Director V Kamakoti. At present, many rely on heavy, poorly fitted hospital-style wheelchairs designed for short-term indoor use, often requiring assistance. Among the 20 early users present at the event was M Jennifer Sheeba, 38, a basketball and table tennis player. "Hospital-style wheelchairs limited my movement, and I often needed help to get around. With YD One, I can move independently; I can even climb stairs," she said.
Miami Herald
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Regal makes a clever move to compete with AMC
While going to the movies will likely always be an activity people enjoy, tearing people away from Netflix and actually getting them to the theater has been a challenge ever since the pandemic. Before Covid hit the U.S., the movie industry sold well over a million tickets a year. This was when a movie ticket still cost less than $10, which seems like a steal compared to today's prices. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter But something happened during Covid. As people coped with their fears about the pandemic and were forced to stay home, they connected more deeply than ever to streaming content. It was nice to simply enjoy movies in your pajamas - and it cost a lot less than paying for overpriced drinks and popcorn at the concession counter. Related: AMC hopes bold new offers will get customers back into theaters So despite people flooding out into the world again once vaccines became available and stay-home mandates were removed, the movie industry wasn't able to regain its footing in quite the same way. While tickets sold have slowly increased over time, movie theater giants like AMC and Regal have had to come up with new ways to entice people to come back. Now Regal's made its latest move, and it's a clever one. AMC was first to start the saga of the collectible popcorn bucket with its R2D2 combo popcorn and drink vessel, which it debuted in 2019 to accompany "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker." At $49.99, it was a pricey buy, but when they sold out within 48 hours, AMC realized there was customer demand. Then in February 2024, the company debuted a "Dune: Part Two" bucket modeled on the mouth of the sandworms from the film. It went viral, and the true war of the popcorn buckets began. AMC reported that it made a mindblowing $65 million in revenue from the sales of movie-themed merchandise alone, and soon enough, all its competitors were getting in on the craze, trying to outdo one another with even wilder designs. Related: Regal, AMC make a genius move to get people to the theater Now you can find dedicated popcorn bucket pages on Cinemark, AMC, and Regal, as the companies duke it out over who has the best designs. Regal may have won that battle with its latest offering. By now, many of you have likely seen the trailer for the reboot of '80s comedy classic "The Naked Gun," which hits theaters August 1. To accompany the release of the new film, Regal has announced a popcorn bucket in the shape of a beaver, which is truly a joke aimed at the fans of the original film. It riffs on the scene when Lieutenant Frank Drebin (Leslie Nielsen) meets Jane Spencer (Priscilla Presley) and watches her climb a ladder, looks up her skirt, and says, "Nice beaver," to which Spencer replies by handing Drebin a taxidermied beaver and saying, "Thanks, I just got it stuffed." Since the new puns from the reboot have been limited to the ones shown in the trailer, opting for one of the old classics is a genius move - and one fans seem to like, if the Instagram comments on the bucket are any indication. "I just started watching the originals and now I need this," user cjseess wrote. Regal did not announce a price or a release date for the beaver bucket, but it's likely to be released alongside the movie. Related: Another popular movie theater chain files Chapter 11 bankruptcy The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Gizmodo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
LEGO Is Going Nuts on Prime Day, All Star Wars Sets Smash All-Time Low Prices on Day 3
LEGO's most bankable and beloved license has always been Star Wars, and for this year's Prime Day, Amazon has pulled out all the stops by slashing prices on every single LEGO Star Wars set. If you're a fan of the saga (or know someone who is), this is the moment to act. We've handpicked three of the best-selling sets in the LEGO Star Wars range, each now available at an all-time low price. These deals are exclusive to Prime members. First up is the LEGO Star Wars Imperial Star Destroyer building set: This set lets you create the iconic Imperial Star Destroyer which is a symbol of the Empire's strength in the galaxy. With an age range of 10 and above, it's an excellent build for children and adults who are Star Wars fans. There are six minifigures and Darth Vader packed with the set, so it's perfect for free play or as a solo display item in any Star Wars collection. The level of detail is flawless, from the ripping hull to the command bridge, and it captures the sinister aura of the original ship. With over 10,000 sets sold in the past month and a 4.7-star rating from hundreds of reviews, it's clear this set is a favorite. For Prime Day, the cost is cut back to just $111, from its normal $160: That's a massive 30% savings, and the lowest price this set has ever seen on Amazon. See Imperial Star Destroyer Set at Amazon Next, the LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 set is another must-have for any fan of the saga: R2-D2 is one of the most recognizable droids in film history and the figure is well-served by this set with a very detailed figure that's enjoyable to assemble. It also includes a rare 25th Anniversary Darth Malak minifigure so it's an even more attractive option for fans. The set has received an impressive 4.9-star rating based on more than a thousand reviews and has been a bestseller with over 6,000 sold in the past month alone. The construction is fun with good mechanisms and authentic touches. For Prime Day, Amazon has reduced the price to $79 from $100. This is also the lowest price ever seen on this set. See R2-D2 Set at Amazon Finally, the LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon A New Hope 25th Anniversary set is a dream come true for adult fans. This set gives a satisfying build experience that all comes together as a stunning display model of the Millennium Falcon including its own stand for display. The design is in homage to the ship's appearance in the original Star Wars film, so it is a retro piece in any collection. On Prime Day, it's available for only $67, which was originally priced at $85. This is Amazon's all-time lowest price. See Millenium Falcon set at Amazon
