I remember playing around with the Robosen Optimus Prime Transformer and thinking it was amazing how “life like” they made the truck and it’s movements. Well move all that to the side and hold back your credit cards Toy Story fans because their Buzz Lightyear display robot is something to behold.
Able to perform over 200 original sounds and actions this is a stunningly advanced human-like robot. With motors in every joint making these movements in 23 different locations there are some 50 microchips powering the 23 high-precision servo motors.
You’ll need to have a decent toy store connect here, because Buzz is pretty much sold out, and the most desirable version is limited edition, numbered and comes with extra features including a few little extra trinkets as well as a large standing display case.
This Robosen Buzz would have to be the perfect display for a mega Toy Story collector and fan, the case lights up, Buzz himself lights up and speaks and he can be held on the stand in an elevated position allowing his actions to be “in flight” or ground based.
The best feature of all would have to be the jetpack.
It just clips onto the back of Buzz, but then when he’s performing any “in flight” action the wings deploy and if thrust is required for the action, you get lights from the thrusters and a water vapor is expelled to look like the jets are blasting – it’s a brilliant effect.
Buzz is part of a big linup from Robosen Robotics who have partnered with Amber Technology in Australia to bring these robots to Aussies.
They include (according to Amber):
- Flagship Optimus Prime (Limited Edition): the first auto-converting Optimus Prime Transformer available globally with Hasbro’s authorisation demonstrates Robosen’s expertise in machinery, electronics, software, and polymer materials, ensuring genuine motions.
- Elite Optimus Prime: this premium figure is a rendition of the original G1 series Optimus Prime Transformer from the 1980s, enhanced with modern software and technology, and transforms with a button touch or voice command.
- Grimlock G1 Flagship (Collector Edition): a world-first in dual form, bipedal robot design, this articulated engineering figure by Robosen features 34 high-precision servo motors for smooth conversion, with six-axis inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensors to maintain robot stability.
- Optimus Prime Rise of the Beasts (Limited Edition): relive the ultimate TRANSFORMERS experience with Robosen’s breathtaking Optimus Prime Signature Series robot, based on the global blockbuster, Rise of the Beasts. This incredible robotic movie replica is meticulously crafted with premium materials, exquisite details, and the most advanced components, which bring Optimus Prime to life right before your eyes.. There are only 3,000 units in the world with serial number).
- Bumblebee G1 Performance: a precise replica of the iconic yellow Volkswagen Beetle Transformer by Robosen with features including authentic sounds, adaptive walking speed via gait algorithms, and complex poses with a six-axis IMU.
- Buzz Lightyear Infinity Pack (Limited Edition): Robosen’s Buzz Lightyear is an intricate space ranger robot that combines science, engineering, and art. Its key features include voice interactions, 23 servo motors, four programmable modes, original sounds. There are only 1,000 units in the world with serial number.
- K1 Pro Interstellar Scout: this sleek, bipedal humanoid robot features high-precision servo joints and performs stunts and actions in response to voice commands.
- AI Base: Robosen’s AI Base showcases aerospace-grade materials with metallic detailing and is equipped with six adjustable LED spotlights and a multicoloured LED strip to enhance robot displays. The AI voice control offers action downloads from the Robosen AI App.
Peter Amos, managing director, Amber Technology, said, “Amber Technology is excited to bring Robosen’s robotic innovations to Australia and New Zealand. Robosen’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of consumer robotics aligns with our commitment to provide our markets with the best and most advanced products available and opens up new opportunities for Amber Technology in the market. We look forward to being part of Robosen’s mission to provide incredible interactive experiences for users of all ages.”
I’d move heaven and earth to track down Buzz personally. Well worth it, Depsite a price tag north of $1,000.
