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News Credits: 1014 · by **First Gen** » Mon May 05, 2008 4:46 pm

As previously reported here, Seibertron.com posted information regarding a USB Hub made to look like the Allspark that will be available in August 2008.

We've now found a preorder listing for both this and an Optimus Prime Head sculpt USB Hub as well on BBTS.com.

Product description is as follows:

This 9” tall USB hub in the form of Optimus Prime's head, includes the phrases: “Autobots, transform and roll out!”, “This is Optimus Prime – do you read me?” and “It’s time to stomp some Decepticons!” When connecting hardware or memory sticks to the hub the sound and lights (in the eyes) are activated. An on/off switch included so the sound doesn't have to go off. Controls 4 devices, no mains plug/power cord is required.

Retail price listed for this preorder is set at $34.99 USD.

You can view the preorder for both the Allspark Cube and Optimus Prime Head USB Hubs here.

News Credits: 8 · by **Liege Evilmus** » Mon May 05, 2008 5:14 pm

I've had this and the AllSpark one preordered for a couple weeks now. I don't need them, I just support the idea of incorporating practical use into real TFs. The dream is REAL RealGears, and it's gotta start somewhere.

by **soundwave13c** » Mon May 05, 2008 5:29 pm

to expensive for what it does

News Credits: 8 · by **Liege Evilmus** » Mon May 05, 2008 5:36 pm

soundwave13c wrote:to expensive for what it does

I'm not computers or anything, so i don't know about stuff like this. How much would a plain old dodad like that run, cause I could use one in the field, and I don't think dragging around a Prime head is all that practical.

Do they make them smaller?

Yes, I realy don't know about this crap!

by **Mirage22** » Mon May 05, 2008 6:12 pm

It could have a few more paint applications...

News Credits: 1082 · by **Tigertrack** » Mon May 05, 2008 6:33 pm

Pass, the eyes creep me out! :shock:

News Credits: 1 · by ***Galvatron*** » Mon May 05, 2008 8:31 pm

I'll pass on this one too, the head of Prime on my desk seems too creepy to me.

The Allspark hub is a better option to me.

News Credits: 3 · by **Highbeam** » Mon May 05, 2008 8:54 pm

Liege Evilmus wrote:I'm not computers or anything, so i don't know about stuff like this. How much would a plain old dodad like that run, cause I could use one in the field, and I don't think dragging around a Prime head is all that practical.

Do they make them smaller?

Yes, I realy don't know about this crap!

Just a plain ol' USB hub? You're looking between probably $30-100ish depending on how nice of a hub you want. Check places like Circuit City online or something. Here's a nice example:

Logitech 4-port USB hub

You can find these things just about anywhere that sells computer stuff. Happy hunting!

by **Defcon!** » Mon May 05, 2008 9:26 pm

It's ok if you want Primes head staring at you with those blue eyes. If i needed one though i might think about it. Really cool for the diehard though.