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- The complete list of star wars references from The Simpsons
- StarWars.com and SNPP, the self-appointed authority on Internet-based Simpsons minutia, have tag-teamed to create this nigh-exhaustive list of Star Wars references from Simpsons episodes (of which there are many). Considering that the Simpsons opening sequence done Star Wars-style is the Geekend's most popular video ever, you should eat this up....
- Tags: Star Wars, Professional Development, Career, Jay Garmon
- Blog posts 2008-04-17
- Pics: Steampunk star wars action figures
- So long as we're on the subject of steampunk remixes of favorite geek objects, lets cut right to the critical mass of Jules Verne-inspired uber-dorkdom: Steampunk Star Wars action figures. All that's missing is a homebrew playset of this steampunk Death Star. Click the image for...
- Tags: Star Wars, Jay Garmon
- Blog posts 2008-04-14
- A galaxy far, far, away comes to Brazil
- The Star Wars Exhibit Museum opened on March 5 on the "Porão das Artes" at the Ibirapuera Park in São Paulo, where it will be until June 29.Children can take a course at the "Jedi Academy" (and face Darth Vader himself at the end) and adults can take a guided/scheduled...
- Tags: Star Wars, Geekend, off topic, Photos
- Image galleries 2008-03-18
- Wild costumes and good times at MegaCon 2008
- MegaCon, the largest comic book and sci-fi convention in the Southeastern United States, was held March 7-9 2008 in Orlando, Florida. Who was there? Sci-fi TV and movie stars, comic book artists and lots and lots and lots of fans in costume. by John Lee
- Tags: geekend, off topic, photos, Star wars, Anime, Comic Book, conventions, Sci-FI
- Image galleries 2008-03-14
- LucasArts unleashing new star wars game
- Star Wars: The Force Unleashed uses ground-breaking new technologies to put players inside the story line, bridging the gap between the film prequels and the original Star Wars. For some close-up screenshots, check out our Force Unleashed image gallery.
- Tags: star wars, the force unleashed, lucas arts
- Videos 2008-02-22
- star wars: Knights of the Old Republic (zip)
- It is four thousand years before the Galactic Empire and hundreds of Jedi Knights have fallen in battle against the ruthless Sith. As the last hope of the Jedi, you must lead a band of freedom fighters in an epic struggle to save the galaxy. Can you master the awesome...
- Tags: Star Wars, Aspyr Media Inc.
- Software downloads 2008-01-15
- Blatantly cheesecake star wars recruitment posters
- OK, so you're the Galactic Empire, you've ruled everything short of the Outer Rim for almost two decades, but that infuriating Rebel Alliance has just destroyed the very same Death Star you spent most of that time building. You've long since exhausted most of the original...
- Tags: Star Wars, Jay Garmon
- Blog posts 2008-01-11
- Geek Gifts 2007: R2-D2 Interactive Astromech Droid by Hasbro
- In Star Wars Episode II, as Padme Amidala and Anakin Skywalker - two self-acknowledged loose canons - are about to leave Coruscant on their dangerous escape mission, Anakin grins and tells Padme, "Don't worry, at least we have R2 with us." That line always draws lots of smiles from...
- Tags: Retail Price, Star Wars, Hasbro Inc., Habro, Jason Hiner
- Blog posts 2007-12-12
- Geek Gifts 2007: Force FX Lightsaber from Master Replicas
- As a kid growing up with the Star Wars saga, nothing typified the magic of Star Wars more than lightsabers. The idea of "laser swords" was always a huge part of the wow factor for my prepubescent friends and me. Using Wiffle Ball bats as our makeshift lightsabers, we staged...
- Tags: Star Wars, Blade, Replica, Blade Servers, Utility Computing, Servers, Hardware, Jason Hiner
- Blog posts 2007-12-16
- Hasbro's R2-D2 Interactive Astromech Droid in action
- Get a quick look at the R2-D2 Interactive Astromech Droid from Hasbro, which TechRepublic tested for its Geek Gift Guide 2007. See how the voice commands work and and hear the authentic sounds it uses from the Star Wars movies.
- Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Hasbro Inc., Telecommunications, Habro, Geekend, Star Wars, Video, Corporate Communications, Marketing
- Videos 2007-12-12
- Cracking Open Hasbro's R2-D2 Interactive Astromech Droid
- We're going to crack open this surprisingly functional toy robot and make darn sure that Kenny Baker isn't trapped in there. by John Lee
- Tags: product photos, Star wars, geekend, R2-D2, off-topic, TechRepublic Inc., Hasbro Inc., Robots, Emerging Technologies, John Lee
- Image galleries 2007-11-29
- star wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast (dmg)
- Several years have passed since Kyle avenged his father's death and saved the Valley of the Jedi from Jerec and his band of Dark Jedi. Allowing his Force powers to languish for fear of falling to the dark side, Kyle entrusted his lightsaber to Luke Skywalker, vowing never to use...
- Tags: Star Wars, Aspyr Media Inc., Productivity, Games, Personal Technology
- Software downloads 2007-11-19
- Sci-fi rant: When did star wars jump the shark?
- Last week, we determined when Star Trek passed the point of no return as a respectable science fiction franchise. This week, we move on to that other mega-universe that dominates mainstream sci-fi: Q: When did Star Wars jump the shark? A: Star Wars: The...
- Tags: Star Wars, Science Fiction, Jay Garmon
- Blog posts 2007-11-19
- Sci-fi rant: When did star wars jump the shark?
- Phantom Menace: at least one jump.I got to see Star Wars when it first came out (granted, it was in utero, but still...I was there.) I guess maybe I was born with some Jedi Abilities (sadly, I'm not typing this with my mind, I guess not.)I loved Star Wars growing...
- Tags: Games, WoW > Work, Star Wars, shark, science fiction
- Discussion threads 2007-11-19
- Lego star wars: The Complete Saga: Prima Official eGuide (exe)
- Detailed walkthroughs for every adventure in all six episodes! Locations for all LEGO canisters, Challenge canisters, and red power bricks! Exclusive maps! Extensive tips for Freeplay mode! New characters, vehicles, and game features revealed! All-new quick reference guide with detailed information for every level. Note: The Download Now link will...
- Tags: Star Wars, LEGO Co., Games, Personal Technology
- Software downloads 2007-10-31
- Get ready for the Geekend: October 19-21, 2007
- TechRepublic's friendly neighborhood Trivia Geek (AKA Jay Garmon, the guy in the Superman t-shirt) makes his world video debut with a quick rundown of all the nerd-worthy activities to keep you occupied over the upcoming Geekend. Hey, it beats working for the next three minutes.
- Tags: TechRepublic Inc., Corporate Communications, Marketing, geekend, movies, star wars, Event
- Videos 2007-10-18
- Lego star wars: Prima Official eGuide (exe)
- Exclusive maps that can only be found in the Prima guide. Detailed walk through of Episodes I, II, and III. Hidden item locations revealed. All characters strengths and weaknesses, as well as their unique weapons and abilities. Note: The Download Now link will download a small installer file to your...
- Tags: Star Wars, LEGO Co.
- Software downloads 2007-08-31
- Dejarik - The ultimate obscure star wars pastime
- Fans Filling In the BlanksNow where did I file my rules for Fizzbin?
- Tags: rpolunsky@..., Star Wars
- Discussion threads 2007-10-05
- Dejarik - The ultimate obscure star wars pastime
- One of the more memorable lines from Star Wars was C-3PO's cowardly advice to R2-D2 aboard the Millennium Falcon: "Let the Wookiee win." But win at what, exactly? That freaky claymation holo-chess game is Dejarik, and now all you wannabe Jedi uber-geeks out there can own a real (but hologram-free)...
- Tags: Game, Star Wars, Dejarik, Games, Personal Technology, Jay Garmon
- Blog posts 2007-09-27
- Geekend's Top 10 Most Comment-Worthy Posts
- As of today, these are the ten Geekend blog posts that have generated the most comments from readers. Apparently, you folks are passionate about Science, Star Wars, Star Trek, Books, Video Games, Movies, and Science Fiction. Now that I know where your buttons are located, expect me to push them...
- Tags: Star Wars, Science Fiction, Geekend, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Jay Garmon
- Blog posts 2007-09-18
