Sphero Star Wars BB-8 on Black Friday Deals

If you’ve seen the trailer or the countless images of the new chapter in the Star Wars saga, Star Wars Episode VII – The Force Awakening, you will almost certainly  be impressed by the new droid likeable BB-8. Leaving aside for a moment the real BB-8, let’s focus on that produced by Sphero that revealed just recently that would have produced a miniature version controllable Sphero Star Wars BB-8 by smartphone, and we’re here today to tell you about it.

We start from the package, the  drone is delivered in a beautiful rigid box with USB cable for charging, the base and a small instruction book/artwork. Once you download the app on your phone (for free), just turn on Bluetooth and bring the phone to the drone to sync and activate it. There are various modes, including holographic messages (on the phone), patrolling or free guide.

The controls are not so simple. You’ll  have to get us out, and I hope to improve with some updating it often, the  phone’s orientation system does not coincide with that of the drone and makes maneuvering a little bit complicated, but do not worry too much because Sphero Star Wars BB-8 passes on nearly all surfaces without problems. Very solid and well built (it is even waterproof) is not afraid of big bumps, although, given the price, I would avoid rattling too much against walls and doors. The head is magnetic and just lay it on the body. I recommend that you keep it clean, because very often collects dirt.

From the package it reads (poorly) that the size of Sphero Star Wars BB-8 will be equal to 11.4 cm high by 7.3 cm wide. It will have a range of about 60 minutes, a span of 30 meters (uses Bluetooth connectivity), and will be reloaded thanks to a special induction base.

Our judgment

Drone likeable, more fun than useful for the truth, is sold at the Disney Store, this recommendation? Have fun and that the Force be with you.