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JList is now taking preorders for two new, Star Wars USB hub characters - R2D2 and Darth Vader. They are pretty much decorative statues that move, light up and make noises. Both items are expected to be released in Japan before the end of July 2008, but people can preorder one (or both) of the $75 items to make sure they’ll get one.

While both R2D2 and Darth Vader look cool, they do have an addition function. Each one has four additional USB ports - very handy in an age where practically every computer peripheral attaches via a USB port. In fact, this could be an essential for a desktop owner, so you don’t have to stretch around to reach for an outlet. The computer powers each of them, so no batteries are needed, and they work with Macs and PCs.

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Recently made available on the Japanese goodies site, You Buy Now, is one of the most glorious, beautiful trash cans I have ever seen. Yes, it is R2-D2 and yes, the lid flips back.

The can is produced by gentle Giant, makers of some of pretty fun and realistic toys including many based on Star Wars, Terminator and The Simpsons. The only bad part is that it costs $149.99.

From the site’s product description:

Imported from Japan, the R2-D2 Trash Can operates via a foot pedal that lifts the little droid’s “head” to reveal a removable waste receptacle. Compatible with any bathroom-sized trash bags, this 23 in. tall R2-D2 figure will hold your trash (or dirty diapers) until ready for disposal. A must for any diehard Star Wars fan’s household.  R2-D2 has to take a lot of garbage from C-3PO, and now he can take some from you as well!

This is an official Star Wars licensed product and is being sold only in Japan. Not sure I’d use it for dirty diapers at that price, though I might consider placing all my Jedi prayers and offerings in it.

Product Page [R2-D2 Trash Can] Site [Gentle Giant]

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