Authentic Movement: Guide your BB-8 with a smartphone or tablet Listens & Responds: BB-8 recognizes and reacts to your voice Holographic Messaging: 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: Your BB-8's unique attitude and actions evolve as you interact Authentic Movement: Guide your BB-8 with a smartphone or tablet Listens & Responds: BB-8 recognizes and reacts to your voice Holographic Messaging: 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: Your BB-8's unique attitude and actions evolve as you interact iOS & Android compatible Top speed of 4.5 mph (7ft/s) Bluetooth Smart BLE connection (100 foot range) Over the years, the magic of Star War has always lived on screen and in our imaginations. Thanks to our advancements in technology, we’ve made it possible to bring a new part of Star Wars: The Force Awaken into your home. Meet BB-8 - the app-enabled Droid that's as authentic as it is advanced. BB-8 has something unlike any other robot - an adaptive personality that changes as you play. Based on your interactions, BB-8 will show a range of expressions and even perk up when you give voice commands. Set it to patrol and watch your Droid explore autonomously, make up your own adventure and guide BB-8 yourself, or create and view holographic recordings. It’s now possible to explore the galaxy with your own trusty Astromech Droid by your side. BB-8 is more than a toy - it’s your companion.
I'm a longtime Star Wars fan who is into tech and, yes, hyped for Episode VII. Considering purchasing BB-8? First, have a compatible smartphone and be aware that it recharges via USB. Taking the price of the Sphero alone at about $129, the Star Wars treatment and BB-8 personality (BB-8 head, design and app sounds) are worth the additional cost.Just another opinion in this set of reviews, I can share what I really enjoyed about BB-8: The design - Some Star Wars des..