The Talking Bender Action Figure Tells it Like it Is
Matt Ho — August 6, 2011 — Pop Culture
Fans of Futurama are going to love the new Talking Bender Action Figure.
There have been quite a few toys and figures that feature the cigar-smoking, keg-chugging, foul-mouthed robot from the show Futurama. The difference between those products and the Talking Bender Action Figure is that the latter will actually talk. Push the button and he'll spit out nine of his classic lines from the show. The toy features all the details of the character, from his antenna to his body. It comes with three interchangeable eyes depending on how you want his expression to look. His ribcage even opens up so that you can store the tiniest of items in it. The figure would make an entertaining item to have on the desk when you're procrastinating at work.
There have been quite a few toys and figures that feature the cigar-smoking, keg-chugging, foul-mouthed robot from the show Futurama. The difference between those products and the Talking Bender Action Figure is that the latter will actually talk. Push the button and he'll spit out nine of his classic lines from the show. The toy features all the details of the character, from his antenna to his body. It comes with three interchangeable eyes depending on how you want his expression to look. His ribcage even opens up so that you can store the tiniest of items in it. The figure would make an entertaining item to have on the desk when you're procrastinating at work.
Trend Themes
1. Talking Toys - The integration of voice technology in toys allows for more interactive and engaging play experience for children and adults alike.
2. Nostalgic Memorabilia - Preserving and re-releasing collectible toys and action figures from pop culture franchises taps into the nostalgia and sentimentality of adult fans and provides new revenue streams for businesses.
3. Functional Fan Merchandise - Featuring functional features, such as storage compartments, on fan merchandise such as action figures and collectibles adds more value and utility for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Manufacturing - With the rise of voice technology, toy manufacturers have the opportunity to create more interactive and engaging products for both young and adult consumers.
2. Pop Culture Merchandise - The demand for nostalgic and functional merchandise from iconic pop culture franchises such as Futurama provide opportunities for businesses to tap into a lucrative and passionate market.
3. E-commerce - The increased popularity of collectible items creates more opportunities for e-commerce businesses to connect buyers and sellers, especially in the niche market of pop culture memorabilia.
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