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New Official Images of TF Animated and Universe 2.0

Date: Thursday, October 9th 2008 6:03pm CDT
Categories: Toy News, Site Articles, Press Releases
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Hunter Public Relations, HASBRO Inc.

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Seibertron.com has just received official images of upcoming Transfomers Animated and Universe 2.0 figures from Hunter Public Relations courtesy of Hasbro, Inc. These pics are the only official images approved by Hasbro for release to the general public. Here's what they had to share:


New TF Animated Activators Cliffjumper and Thundercracker










TF Animated Leader Class Megatron





Universe 2.0 Deluxe figures Hound and Ravage, Cheetor, Cyclonus and G1 Starscream

















Universe 2.0 Voyager figures Hotshot and Vector Prime









Special thanks to Joe Moscone on behalf of Hasbro, inc. for providing these images.

Stan Bush's "The Touch" for Guitar Hero / Rock Band?

Date: Monday, October 6th 2008 5:30pm CDT
Categories: Game News, Press Releases, People News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Jeric, kotaku.com

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Stan Bush has contacted Activision in relation to getting his song "the Touch" from the 1986 Animated Transformers Movie included in either "Rock Band" or "Guitar Hero", according to an article on kotaku.com.

You can help Stan Bush get his track added to either "Rock Band" or "Guitar Hero" (or preferably both) by contacting Harmonix the creators of "Rock Band" and Activision the creators of "Guitar Hero" requesting that "The Touch" be added to their Playlists.

Not sure about who Stan Bush is, or what "the Touch" Sounds like? I suggest that you click here for more information.

HASBRO Announces 4th Qtr. Cash Dividend

Date: Saturday, October 4th 2008 10:32am CDT
Categories: Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): HASBRO

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HASBRO, Inc. (HAS NYSE), has announced the quarterly cash dividend that share holders will received for their stock in the 4th quarter.

The HASBRO Board of Directors stated on Friday that $0.20 USD will be received for every share on record as of November 3rd, 2008 on November 17th.

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HASBRO: Most Holiday Toys will be under $20.00

Date: Wednesday, October 1st 2008 9:34pm CDT
Categories: Toy News, Press Releases, Company News, Editorials
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Bloomberg.com

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In an effort to quell the economic crunch being experienced by consumers, Transformers creator HASBRO, Inc. (HAS NYSE) has issued a statement regarding toy price ranges for the upcoming Holiday season.

In the statement, HASBRO projects most toylines to fall within the $20.00 USD pricing bracket. This pricing is a direct result of the current financial stress that families have been experiencing from the recent Stock Market woes and is meant to help parents in their time of need. The Company's CEO, Brian Goldner, also stated that two thirds of HASBRO products are already priced at $20.00 USD or below.

Walmart Stores has stated that its franchise has already cut prices in advance of the Holiday season with price reductions in most Deluxe line figures of the Transformers Toys and HASBRO's Play Doh Ice Cream Shop.

Good news for us consumers for the fast approaching festivities.

To view the original article on this, click here.

So what's Bumblebee's voice actor, Mark Ryan, been up to?

Date: Wednesday, October 1st 2008 1:38pm CDT
Categories: Press Releases, People News, Digital Media News
Posted by: Seibertron | Credit(s): Angela Moore

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The press release below isn't really Transformers related, but I thought some of you might be interested in hearing more about movie Bumblebee's voice actor, Mark Ryan. Here's what he's been doing in his spare time:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

"WUTHERING HEIGHTS" - THE ORIGINAL "GOTHIC LOVE STORY" - INSPIRES MUSICAL ADAPTATION ONLINE

WutheringHeightsMusic.com Offers 4 Original Songs Inspired by Emily Bronte’s Novel with Narration by Ray Winstone

Los Angeles, CA - October 1, 2008: Mark Ryan (Transformers, The Prestige, Evita, Robin Of Sherwood) announces the launch of Wuthering Heights Music, a musical adaptation based on the novel by Emily Bronte. Beginning today, visitors to http://www.WutheringHeightsMusic.com can listen to Ryan's four original songs inspired by the gothic love story: Dark Passion, Women, Heathcliff's Prayer and I love The Wind. The website also features a music video for the song Women, narrated by Ray Winstone (Beowulf, The Departed, Indiana Jones, Sexy Beast). Currently, music downloads for Dark Passion and Women are available free and a four-song EP will soon be available for purchase for $1.99.

Growing up amongst the hauntingly romantic landscapes of Yorkshire, Ryan developed an emotional connection to the story of Wuthering Heights. In 1988 he wrote eighteen original songs inspired by Emily Bronte's novel, but was forced to put the project on hold due to his burgeoning film and television career. Years passed and with the success of Transformers (voice of Bumblebee), he decided it was finally the right time to record the music. Twenty years later Ryan comments, "This has been a labor of love and I am so proud to finally launch it. I believe we've created a musical that is as powerful and heartfelt as Bronte's tragic love story and I hope it entertains fans and music lovers alike."

Ryan is proud of the team he has assembled to make his passion project a reality. Credits include Robb Vallier (Spamalot, Gin Blossoms, Peter Murphy), who produced the four songs with Ryan. The vocal ensemble includes Jenn Korbee (Cathy), Jessica Kennan Wynn (Nelly) and Katie Boeck (Isabella), who all appear in the video for Women.

Mark Ryan has had a successful career in theater, film and television for over 30 years, including Evita in London’s West End originating the role of Magaldi and most recently voicing Bumblebee in the blockbuster film Transformers.

http://www.MarkRyanActor.com

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For more information regarding Mark Ryan's "Wuthering Heights Music" project visit http://www.wutheringheightsmusic.com. For all other media inquiries please contact Angela Moore at 310-429-8868 or angela@starfish-pr.com.

Final Word on Shia LaBeouf's Accident.

Date: Monday, September 29th 2008 7:57pm CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Press Releases, People News
Posted by: Raymond T. | Credit(s): www.ap.org

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The Associated Press has reported on the conclusion of the car accident that involved Transformers star Shia LaBeouf, on July 27th in West Hollywood, which involved LaBeouf's car to be tipped over and crush his left hand.

As reported, the two occupants of the opposing car have been charged for giving the police false information in regards to the accident. As reported a few days ago, no charges were made against the actor because of insufficient evidence. Although he may be investigated further for refusing to submit to a breathalyzer exam, which could cause him to lose his driver's licence. But LaBeoufs attorney is confident that it won't come to that.

Paramount to release "Robot Ninjas" Blu Ray Disc

Date: Wednesday, September 24th 2008 10:59pm CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Press Releases, Digital Media News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Blu-Ray.com

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Paramount Pictures has released information regarding a new feature Blu Ray disc that will be released on September 30th, 2008.

Robot Ninjas is Paramount's first BD Live film that will be based primarily on the battle between Bumblebee and Barricade that took place in the 2007 Transformers live action film. Included in the film will be home videos and animatics provided by the films own stunt crew.

Also slated to be released is What Effing Happend to Mission City?. This film is set be out in correlation with the sequel film, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.

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Titan UK Comics Transformers Animated Debuts In One Month

Date: Monday, September 22nd 2008 4:46pm CDT
Categories: Comic Book News, Press Releases
Posted by: Tigertrack | Credit(s): Oliver Lavery-Titan Publishing

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Oliver Lavery of TITAN Publishing has just sent us a reminder about the release of the upcoming Titan UK Transformers Animated Comic.

The countdown has begun…
Cybertastic first issue blasting onto shelves 23 October!


Titan Publishing is proud to announce the imminent launch of the official TRANSFORMERS Animated Comic! Based on the hit Nickelodeon cartoon, the comic will feature an awesome mix of brand-new originated comic strip, fantastic features, unmissable competitions and all-round mech madness!

In the run up to the launch we are going to be releasing a wealth of materials, exclusive content and exciting news about the characters hiding beneath the covers of this cosmic new comic, so keep your optical sensors peeled!

One month and counting down for those who have been waiting for this series to begin!

STOCK WATCH: S&P Boosts HASBRO with "Positive"Rating

Date: Monday, September 15th 2008 8:12pm CDT
Categories: Press Releases, Company News, Digital Media News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Standard & Poor Ratings Services

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Despite the recent exchange crisis occuring with big investment corporation Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. filing for bankruptcy and famed financial advisor Merrill Lynch being forced to sell its options to Bank of America, Transformers creator HASBRO (HAS NYSE) has been able to weather the storm.

So much in fact that stock analyst company Standard and Poor's Ratings Service has upgraded the second largest toy company in the United States from a "Stable due to strong operating performance" to "Positive". HASBRO originally suffered the downgrade when BMO Capital Markets placed its shares at "overvalued".

S&P also affirmed the company's ratings, including its "BBB" corporate credit rating."BBB" is a medium-grade investment-grade rating two notches above "junk bond" status.

The S&P stated that this move was made based on HASBRO's "increased discretionary cash flow and low debt leverage".

If you've just read all that and still aren't sure what to make of it, basically it means that HASBRO has taken a step back up in value despite the increase potential of a full scale recession. This is credited to the companies ability to cut back on unnecessary spending and the small price increase that will affect mid dollar range products that we reported here.

To view the complete article on this, click here.

HASBRO sets date for 3rd QTR Earnings Webcast

Date: Monday, September 15th 2008 7:50pm CDT
Categories: Press Releases, Company News, Digital Media News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): HASBRO Inc.

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Transformers creator HASBRO (HAS NYSE) has made an official announcement regarding its reporting of the companies third quarter financials.

As with the announcement of its 2nd Quarter earnings, HASBRO will do a conference call that will be webcast through the toy manufacturer's home website. This will follow suit as with the first webcast and will be available to the general public on October 20th 2008 at 8:00 A.M. EST.

To hear the conference call you will need the latest version of Microsoft Media Player, available here.

Once your media player is installed, you can go to HASBRO's website, [url">http://www.hasbro.com, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Corporate Information, then click on Investors and finally, click the microphone icon to listen to the report.

Seibertron.com will keep you posted on any new information regarding the quarterly financials as it occurs.