Lucas Haters: Verizon launches R2-D2 Smart Phone!

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The Star Wars-themed R2-D2 phone is only available on a two-year contract

R2-D2 (left) and C-3PO on the desert planet Tatooine in Star Wars Episode II Attack of the Clones





Verizon Wireless, which sells the product in the US, said the limited edition Motorola DROID (2) would feature a graphic design on the back depicting the Astromech Droid.

In addition to the phone, consumers will also receive a Star Wars-themed media dock, a wired stereo headset, and exclusive, pre-loaded content including R2-D2 notification sounds and ringtones, four live wallpapers, an R2-D2 clock widget and "The Best of R2-D2" video with the original music from the Cantina on the pirate city of Mos Eisley, which is visited by Han Solo in Star Wars Episode IV.



Verizon is also launching an exclusive Empire Strikes Back app for those with Android 2.1 and above.

 

[IndyColtsFan]

I'd much rather see Lucas approve R2-D2 phones and merchandise like that; it gives him less time to further trash my favorite movies.