Of All the Echo Dot Holders I’ve Had, You’re the First, Bender

Among the many pop culture robots to ever be created, Bender Bending Rodríguez lands a place plainly in the top 10 of all time. Futurama’s snarky, belligerent, and occasionally sympathetic robot companion has a fond place in many a geek’s heart. Now, you can display Bender proudly on your bookshelf and talk to him every day.

Etsy seller 3DJME makes this 3D-printed Bender head to hold your Amazon Echo Dot (Gen. 2) personal assistant, which sits right behind Bender’s big old choppers. Each one is made from sturdy PLA and made to order. But don’t try to order Bender around. He doesn’t take orders from anyone. It’s pretty sweet, though this homebrew Bender smart speaker is on another level.

I love the design of this, though it makes me really wish that you could reprogram Alexa to sound like Bender when talking back. “Bender, what time is it?” “It’s time to bite my shiny metal ass.” or “Bender, how are you feeling?” “Anything less than immortality is a complete waste of time.” Seriously, it’s time for Matt Groening and Amazon to cut a business deal.

[via Gadgetify]

Shut up and Take My Money for this Planet Express Master Series Ship Replica!

I loved every single episode of Futurama when it was on the air, and have watched most of the episodes at least twice since they first ran. Matt Groening’s animated sci-fi comedy may not be making new episodes anymore, but that doesn’t mean you can’t show your love for the series every day. This replica of the Planet Express ship should serve as a great reminder.

I can imagine tiny versions of Fry, Leela, Bender, Professor Farnsworth, Hermes, Zoidberg, and Amy flying around the universe making same day deliveries in this miniature Master Series Planet Express ship. The ship is a perfect replica of the one on the show, and features lots of neat details.

The 12″ long model even lights up at the push of a button, with LED illumination of the cockpit, portholes, and rocket exhaust pipes. Quantum Mechanix are the guys behind this awesome collectible, and they know a thing or two about making great toys and replicas.

And here’s the good news, everyone! You can buy one today over at ThinkGeek, and it won’t break the bank either, since it’s priced at just $59.99. How could you NOT afford to buy one?

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