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R.I.P HD-DVD, Transformers on Blu-Ray already?

Date: Tuesday, February 19th 2008 4:59pm CST
Categories: Movie Related News, Rumors, Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Seibertron, CNN.com, engadgethd.com

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According to CNN.com, it would appear that HD-DVD is finished, with Toshiba stating that it would:
cease developing, manufacturing, and marketing HD DVDs after "recent major changes in the market." It promised to continue offering support and service for all existing Toshiba HD DVD products.

This comes on the back of news that Warner Brothers Home Entertainment announced that they would only be releasing DVD's in Blu Ray form, and Walmart announcing their support of only Blu-Ray DVD's.

Meanwhile, engadgethd.com have posted a very blurry image of what appears to be a listing for the 2 disc edition of the Transformers Movie on Blu Ray in Circuit City internal Database. Since the release has not been confirmed by Dreamworks or Paramount, it can only be assumed as a rumour.
You can check out the image below, or at the engadgethd.com website.

Another teaser Image from "All Hail Megatron"

Date: Tuesday, February 19th 2008 4:35pm CST
Categories: Comic Book News, Press Releases, People News, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Chris Ryall, tfarchive

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IDW Publishing Editor in Chief Chris Ryall has updated his blog with a solitary image:



You can discuss what ramifications the "All Hail Megatron" series will have (or if there will be any at all) in the IDW Universe, in this thread.

Hasbro Press Release: Premium Movie Toys

Date: Tuesday, February 19th 2008 4:17pm CST
Categories: Movie Related News, Press Releases, Company News, Collectables
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Barrelass, Hasbro

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Hasbro have issued another Press Release, this time relating to the release of Premium Series Movie figures.

TRANSFORMERS Movie Premium Series Rolls Out to Retail!
Continuing in Spring ’08, TRANSFORMERS fans will be able to get the ‘best of’ TRANSFORMERS Movie characters in Deluxe, Voyager and Leader classes at retail! These characters all feature premium deco treatments and finishes and silver foil packaging to create the ultimate collectible movie figures.

Transformers Movie Premium Series DELUXE CLASS (SRPs: $9.99)

Premium Series BARRICADE
Keeping his armor polished and his vehicle mode looking sharp, Premium Series BARRICADE is hoping that MEGATRON will return again soon to lead the DECEPTICONS to glory. In the meantime, BARRICADE has made some changes to his vehicle mode in order to blend in better and bide his time till MEGATRON’s hopeful return.

Premium Series AUTOBOT JAZZ
Since getting off-lined by DECEPTICON BRAWL, AUTOBOT JAZZ has worked with IRONHIDE to upgrade his endoskeleton reinforcements and has kept his vehicle mode absolutely pristine. Something about getting so badly damaged made him care even more than he used to about looking good.

Premium Series BUMBLEBEE
Ever since the final battle against the DECEPTICONS, BUMBLEBEE has been meticulous about his appearance. With Sam’s help he immediately buffed out every scratch in his finish for a premium sales-room shine. But don’t let his premium finish fool you because BUMBLEBEE is always ready for battle against any DECEPTICON enemy with his new battle mask head sculpt.

Transformers Movie Premium Series VOYAGER CLASS (SRPs: $19.99)

Premium Series IRONHIDE
With the war finally over, IRONHIDE is free to return to the simple, easy life he knew before. Captain Lennox has been kind enough to lend him some space in his barn to store the crates containing his weapons collection. In return for IRONHIDE watching over his family while he is away on duty, Lennox keeps the old AUTOBOT warrior in perfect condition.

Premium Series BLACKOUT
The only goals BLACKOUT ever had were to serve MEGATRON, fight for DECEPTICON dominance and be the most perfect soldier he could. He follows orders without question, even to the point of self-termination and maintains himself and his weapons in pristine condition.

Transformers Movie Premium Series LEADER CLASS (SRPs: $39.99)

Premium Series OPTIMUS PRIME
OPTIMUS PRIME now travels the streets of Earth in his super-detailed Semi vehicle mode searching for MEGATRON and his evil DECEPTICON forces. As OPTIMUS PRIME enters the battlefield he is prepared to engage in close combat with his new energy sword and Movie accurate head sculpt.

Premium Series MEGATRON
As MEGATRON reboots to full awareness from the melting ice that has kept him prisoner for ten thousand years, he is prepared to seek revenge for every indignity to which he has been subjected. With his movie accurate detail, MEGATRON is ready to destroy all who stand in his way and finish the battle against those pesky AUTOBOTS!

To check out the Full Press release, including images of the figures, please click here.

Hasbro Provides Customizing Guidelines to Collectors

Date: Thursday, February 14th 2008 5:12pm CST
Categories: Press Releases, Company News, Transtopia
Posted by: Skowl | Credit(s): Hasbro.com

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Hasbro.com has posted some new customizing guidelines for all the creative collectors in the G.I. Joe fandom - the announcement will also be interesting to all the fans of the Transformers fandom who dabble in "kitbashing" existing Transformers figures into unique, one-of-a-kind creations!

To see Hasbro's announcement click here.

And for hints, tips and more information on customizing Transformers figures, or to see the works of fellow fans and customizers, visit the "Transtopia" Forums on Seibetron.com by clicking here.

Hasbro releases 2008 Universe and Movie Toy details

Date: Thursday, February 14th 2008 4:32pm CST
Categories: Toy News, Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Hasbro.com

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Following up on our earlier report concerning Transformers: Animated 2008 releases, comes another Hasbro Press release, this time concerning the Universe and Movie lines.

This Press Release has listed the upcoming products for both the Universe and Movie lines, general release time information, and an approximate price for each Class of figures.

The first Wave of Universe figures is set to arrive in stores in Fall (Spring in the Southern Hemisphere), with Deluxes to retail for US$9.99, Ultras for US$26.99 and Robot Heroes for US$5.99.

The New Movie toy still to be released for 2008 are the Movie Blasters. Both the Ratchet and Bumblebee Blasters feature electronic lights and sounds, and will retail for US$19.99, and will sell alongside continued Movie figures in the Deluxe, Leader and Screen Battle classes.

Hasbro have also issued over 230 licenses to support the Transformers brand, licenses range from apparel, food stuffs, stationary, electronics and health and beauty products.

To read the full Hasbro Press release, please click here.

Furman Blog Update: Titan UK #10

Date: Thursday, February 14th 2008 4:19pm CST
Categories: Comic Book News, Movie Related News, Press Releases, People News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Simon Furman

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Simon Furman has once again updated his blog, this time concerning Titan UK #10.

Furman talks about the events to take place in part two (of five) of his ongoing Movie centred "Twighlight's Last Gleaming" story. Be warned there are spoilers.

The Autobot counter-offensive against the ruling Decepticons looks to be derailed before it’s even started.

Titan UK #10 is set for release on March 27th, with art duties going to Jeremy Tiongson’s and colours by Jason Cardy.

To read Furman's (spoilerific) complete blog update, please click here.

Hasbro releases new Animated Toy details

Date: Thursday, February 14th 2008 3:58pm CST
Categories: Cartoon News, Toy News, Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Hasbro.com

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Hasbro have issued a new Press Release containing details of new Transformers: Animated Toys.

Some new Animated figures include:
- Supreme Class Optimus Prime,
- Leader Class Bulkhead, Megatron and Ultra Magnus,
- Power Bots Cyber Speed Bumblebee (similar to Cyber Stompers)

As well as non action figure items such as an Optimus Prime Blaster and a Transforming handheld Video game.

To read the full Hasbro Press Release, please click here.

Botcon Collector's Set Figure Number One-- Evil PrimeTeaser

Date: Monday, February 11th 2008 6:46pm CST
Categories: Toy News, Event News, Press Releases, Company News, Collectables
Posted by: Tigertrack | Credit(s): Botcon 2008 Website, Firebird

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Get ready for something totally different! The first promotional picture for the Botcon set is up, and it is...

EVIL OPTIMUS PRIME



Check out the official Botcon web page here.

Stay tuned in the coming weeks as they reveal more of the figures designs and looks in the collectible set.

Hasbro Profit Increased by Transformers

Date: Monday, February 11th 2008 3:49pm CST
Categories: Cartoon News, Toy News, Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Reuters, Yahoo, Hasbro

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According to a Reuters Report, Hasbro Inc. sales for the fourth quarter of 2007 rose by 16.3% to $1.3 Billion.
Hasbro's international sales rose 29% with their operating profit climbing to 40 percent, or $489.2 million, thanks largely to sales of Transformers, Nerf and Furreal product lines.

This good news for the second largest American Toy Company has come on the back of Mattel Inc. claiming record profits, despite a 3% sales drop in the North American Market.

Hasbro expects to continue with high sales through 2008 with the Transformers: Animated, Spiderman and Star Wars lines, with 2 feature films (Transformers 2 and GI Joe) to further boost sales in 2009.

To read the full Article, please click here.

Hasbro Play Rewards

Date: Thursday, February 7th 2008 4:39pm CST
Categories: Toy News, Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Hasbro.com

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Hasbro have announced a new promotion "Play Rewards".

You can receive up to $50 in Toy and Games rewards when you purchase Hasbro branded products, including Transformers.

To redeem your Rewards Points, you must mail in an order form as well as copies of your original store receipts.

The "Play Rewards" promotion runs from February 1 200 until March 23 2008, and is open to residents of the United States of America.

To check out the "Play rewards" website, please click here. To download the order form, please click here.