Sphero’s R2-Q5 ‘Star Wars’ droid is basically a goth R2-D2

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R2-Q5 Virtual Keyboard: The Empire Strikes Backspace

Assuming the mantle of the Sith, Japanese toy maker imp. recently unveiled an R2-Q5 version of its R2-D2 virtual keyboard. Except for its colors and its limited run of 500 units, it works exactly the same as Artoo – it’s a Bluetooth 3.0 infrared keyboard that makes astromech sounds when it’s turned on and off as well as while you’re typing.

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He really does look cooler than Artoo. But that black and gold look is going to cost you.

If you’re ready to give in to the Dark Side, order the R2-Q5 virtual keyboard from Amazon Japan for ¥33,480 (~$280 USD).

[via NewLaunches and Hypebeast]