Hasbro Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee Figure
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: HasbroBrand: Hasbro
Model: 82419
Product features:
- Ultimate Bumblebee figure is premium Transformers toy on the market
- Transforms from sleek 2008 Camaro into intimidating robot form
- By using advanced animatronic system, can burst into motion at push of button
- Has 17 different conversation phrases; makes battle and transformation sounds
- Recommended for ages 5 and up
Toys and Games Reviews of Hasbro Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee Figure
Customer Review: I like it but it has some flaws...
Summary: 4 Stars
Standing at about 14 inches, the Ultimate Bumblebee towers about 4 inches above the Transformers Movie Leader Optimus Prime figure, which I believe is the best transforming OP figure currently available. This is disconcerting because the scale should be exactly the opposite.
Even for its height, though, the Bumblebee figure is bulky and heavy, sporting a 4-AA battery pack on the reverse. The batteries are aligned lateraly, making for the wide-hipped appearance of the toy. Where the OP figure hides its batteries well (within fuel tanks which would go along the sides of the semi truck cab), the Bumblebee makes little effort to integrate the battery pack, which is IMO the worst of its aesthetic flaws. The battery pack also makes this toy extremely hard to balance; the rear is heavy while the forward-pointing features are lightweight plastic forms that do nothing to counter-balance it.
Number two on my list of aesthetic flaws is Ultimate Bumblebee's head design. I like the light-up LED eyes, but the paint detailing of the entire head is seriously lacking. I do not believe this is a flaw of my specific copy; I did pick the best of several at my retail outlet. The problem seems to be an insufficient and inaccurate application of the different paint colors, and this contrasts with the overall design and coloration of the figure, which is for the most part well done, paint-wise. Other than the look of the head and the battery pack on this toy, the figure looks pretty good.
Another aspect in which the OP figure succeeds where BB comes up short is the articulation department. Despite a longer body and larger limbs, BB is not as poseable as the smaller Autobot leader. Although the limbs are jointed at most of the right locations, when posed some of the joints are not tight enough to keep their positions. I think this is meant to increase the appearance of lifelike motions when the toy is turned on and active, but it just makes it frustrating. The plastic shell that forms the tailfin of the vehicle mode is meant as a "heel" extension of the foot in robot mode, but this is not explicit in the instructions and so I discovered this through trial and error. Without utilizing the heel support, the weight and center of gravity of the toy make posing the legs in anything but full upright/straight impossible - the legs would slide right out from underneath of it.
My final complaint about the toy is that it is *so* difficult to setup correctly. Transforming from one mode to the other is a little more complicated than the OP figure, mostly because of the wings/doors which must be removed and reconnected in the different modes. That is no real problem; instead the frustration comes from aligning and properly connecting BB's arms (in robot mode) and wheels (in vehicle mode). These must make a tight connection in order for the animatronic and audio features to work properly, and even when it appears to a careful visual inspection that these parts are well connected it is likely they are not. A great amount of force must be used to make the proper connections, and there is no sensory way to tell it has been done incorrectly. The only evidence you have when the connection is not correct is the partial functionality of the toy.
Despite all this, the Ultimate Bumblebee figure is still pretty awesome. It plays snippets of songs, speaks several preprogrammed phrases, it's eyes light up blue like in the film, and its arms, wings and head move while in robot form. It also autofires its right arm cannon. It is fully transformable into the sweet looking concept Camaro and has neat "speed sensing" features that change the pitch of the engine sounds when the wheels are spun faster or slower. Its headlights and brake lights light up and it plays tire-screeching sounds and music snippets in vehicle mode as well. When it is setup correctly, it is amusing and fairly attractive (especially attractive-looking in vehicle mode, where it's weight serves to imply quality construction and does not cause balance issues).
Although because of it's difficulties in use I would not recommend this toy for young children, it is a sweet piece for the collector and will impress any of your friends with your Transformers geekitude. Although I do not feel it's $80 price tag is fully warranted, I do not believe its price will go down, so if you want one, now's the time to pick it up. And if you're a little disappointed that the demo button does not work on the unit you're looking to buy at your retail location, don't worry, it probably works fine. From what I can tell, the external button does not align properly with the internal contact in the packaging, making it impossible to test at the store. The upside of this is that the included 4 AA batteries are probably as good as new in there.
Description of Hasbro Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee Figure
Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee, the 13" scale figure is based on a character appearing in this summer's feature film.The Hasbro Transformers Ultimate Bumblebee Figure is the premium movie-based Transformers toy on the market. Standing more than 14 inches tall, this action figure is more than deserving of the title "Ultimate." With his sleek design, his battle and conversation sounds, and his advanced animatronics system, Ultimate Bumblebee is one of the most fully featured action figures you'll ever find.
 The Bumblebee fully featured action figure delivers animatronics and sounds. View larger. View Side. |
 Bumblebee's car form is as detailed and well built as any model car. View larger. View Side. |
Recommended for ages five and up, Ultimate Bumblebee is perfect for toy collectors and kids alike. Initially, Ultimate Bumblebee appears as a sleek 2008 Camaro. With its vivid yellow finish and racing stripes, Ultimate Bumblebee's car form is as detailed and well built as any model car and would be a perfect addition to a cabinet or dresser top. The car is able to roll freely on carpet and hard surfaces alike.
However, like all Transformers, there is more to Ultimate Bumblebee's Camaro form than meets the eye. When it is time for him to come out of disguise and confront his enemies, he can transform into a massive, powerful robot. Equipped with a plasma cannon, he is more than prepared to defend your local Autobot from Decepticon attacks.
With a few minor adjustments, kids can transform Ultimate Bumblebee seamlessly between his robot and his vehicle mode. His robot mode stands an impressive 14 inches, and is fully articulated, meaning that kids can adjust him into any pose. He is also incredibly detailed -- likely one of the most attractive action figures your aspiring heros will ever get their hands on.
Advanced Animatronics and Sounds
Ultimate Bumblebee features an advanced animatronic design, which means he can move and animate himself when in robot mode. With the touch of a button, he'll burst into motion. His head moves expressively from side to side, and his arms and wings both move up and down. He can even aim his plasma cannon and fire off his missile.
Perhaps most impressively, he has full sound detection capabilities. He will respond to noises by turning and making sounds of his own. In addition to his animatronics and motion, Ultimate Bumblebee can also make a variety of exciting sounds. This ever-vigilant Autobot has 17 different heroic conversation phrases, such as "Let's roll out!" and "Take that, Decepticon!" He also makes battle sounds -- kids will hear the firing of his plasma cannon and the whirring, crushing sound of his movements. He'll even boogie as he plays Devo's popular song, "Whip It."
About Transformers
The Transformers began as a Hasbro toy line back in 1983, featuring toy vehicles that could transform into robots. The toys soon inspired an entire universe of fictional story lines, pitting the two factions of Transformers -- the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons -- against one another. A live-action movie based on the Transformers was released in 2007 and has continued the toy line's extreme popularity. With toys such as the Ultimate Bumblebee Figure, kids can bring home the struggle between the Autobots and Decepticons.
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