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New Kabillion Competition: Win Transformers Animated for NDS

Date: Thursday, October 23rd 2008 5:41pm CDT
Categories: Game News, Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Kabillion, Activision

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Kabillion and Activision are teaming up to promote the release of the new Transformers Animated Game for the Nintendo DS! One lucky person will receive a Nintendo DS Console complete with Transformers Animated The Game! Check out the contest page for a sneak peak at the game.
Also enter the secret code “seibertron” for a extra chance to win!

You can enter at http://www.kabillion.com/community/contests/wpw/

Full competition terms and conditions are also available at http://www.kabillion.com/community/contests/wpw/.

Transformers Animated for the Nintendo DS will be available in North America on Friday the 24th of October 2008, and in Australia on Wednesday November 26th 2008.

Good Luck!

Toys R Us "Big Toy Book" to be Biggest EVER

Date: Wednesday, October 22nd 2008 12:39am CDT
Categories: Toy News, Press Releases, Company News, Store News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Toys R Us

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Toys R Us will be sending out and stocking in local stores this holiday seasons Big Toy Book that usually holds great deals and savings for consumers, but according to a press release by the company, this years book will be its biggest savings book ever!

With over $5000.00 in savings, shoppers can look forward to an array of bonuses and incentives to shop at the toy store:

FREE $10 Gift Card with any purchase of $75 or more (see back cover of the Big Toy Book for details)
FREE $25 iTunes® Gift Card with the purchase of ANY Apple iPod® touch
FREE $10 Glimmering Disney® Fairies Gift Card with ANY Disney® Fairies purchase of $40 or more
FREE life-size Barbie® dress ($19.99 value) with ANY Barbie® Doll or Barbie® Doll Playset purchase of $40 or more
FREE Star Wars® 10" Transformers Millenium Falcon ($39.99 value) with ANY Star Wars® Action Figure, Vehicle, Playset or Role-Play purchase of $99 or more
FREE Disney® High School Musical 3 Cheerleader dress with ANY High School Musical purchase of $40 or more
15" Nick Jr.(TM) Wonder Pets(TM) Ming-Ming or Linny for only $4.99 each ($20 value) with ANY $50 purchase
$50 off the A.T. Rex battery-powered ride-on
$20 off the Circus Ring from Playmobil®
$20 off the HOT WHEELS Trick Tracks Ultimate Stunt World
More than 25% off ALL Tag(TM) Reading Books from LeapFrog®
25% off select pink board games from Hasbro®
25% off select Disney® Hannah Montana games
25% off select EduScience Microscopes
Save $300 on Easton 7' (Air Hockey or Billiard) Game Table


And thats just the start. The Big Toy Book savings take affect on Sunday, October 26, through Saturday, November 22, while supplies last.

To see the original article, click here.

Gregg Berger to answer questions via Chat Session

Date: Tuesday, October 21st 2008 4:20pm CDT
Categories: Cartoon News, Press Releases, People News, Interviews
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Voice Fans

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Allspark.com member Voice Fans is going to be hosting a live chat session with Transformers Voice Actor Gregg Berger via his Myspace page on October 26th, 2008.

You may remember Mr. Berger as the beloved Grimlock from the G1 series, along with voicing such characters as Skyfire, Long Haul and Outback, just to name a few.

The event is open to everyone. For full details on the chat session click here, and to check out Mr. Bergers own Myspace page, click here.

STOCK WATCH: HASBRO Reports 3rd Qtr Earnings

Date: Monday, October 20th 2008 1:09pm CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Toy News, Press Releases, People News, Company News, Digital Media News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): HASBRO, Inc.

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We gave you the heads up on Friday, and now here it is. HASBRO, Inc. (HAS NYSE) has reported its 3rd quarter earnings this morning via webcast.

Heres the scoop:
Highlights
-- Net revenues of $1.3 billion for the quarter, an increase of $78.9 million or 6% from a year ago, or an increase of 5% absent the impact of foreign exchange;
-- Net earnings of $138.2 million, or $0.89 per diluted share, compared to $132.0 million or $0.78 per diluted share excluding the impact of a favorable tax adjustment of $29.6 million or $0.17 per diluted share in 2007;
-- U.S. and Canada segment net revenues up 6% for the quarter and International segment net revenues up 9% for the quarter, or 4% excluding the impact of foreign exchange;
-- Boys, Girls, Preschool and Games up globally compared to a year ago, with growth driven by strong performances from STAR WARS, PLAYSKOOL, FURREAL FRIENDS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, NERF, BABY ALIVE, and in both board and trading card games;
-- Balance sheet remains strong, with operating cash flow of $579.0 million over the last 12 months.


"We are very pleased with our third quarter and year-to-date performance," said Brian Goldner, President and Chief Executive Officer. "In a challenging environment, we delivered both revenue and earnings growth. As we look to the remainder of the year, we are well positioned with the richest and most diversified portfolio of brands in the industry."

The actual duration of the webcast was an hour long. In the webcast we do get to hear a positive introduction to the report by CEO Brian Goldner, who also told us that he's seen raw footage of Tranformers: Revenge of the Fallen and is very pleased. He also stated that the Transformers brand continues to be a strong point in the company despite this being an "non movie year" and that the Transformers Animated line has really pushed the brand.

Unfortunately the company has been affected by the recent economic stresses on the global market with profits down nearly 15% from last year. This was expected by the company as increases in costs for production and in costs of discretionary spending went up during the quarter. Key market brands by HASBRO are still going strong with high gains occuring in the board game department. It was stated by Mr. Goldner that this is because more families are electing to stay home instead of going out for whatever reason.

The webcast ended with some in depth Q&A from investors to Mr. Goldner and David Hargreaves, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. Investors and future investors would do well to listen to that portion.

To view the official press release of today's report, click here, to listen to the webcast, click here

At the time of posting, HASBRO shares were $27.80, or down $2.72 (7.76%).

2010 Chevy Camaro no longer a Concept. Order yours today!

Date: Monday, October 13th 2008 3:44pm CDT
Categories: Movie Related News, Press Releases
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Cheverolet.com

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Did you say to yourself, "I gotta have that car" when you first saw Bumblebee? Are you a Camaro fanatic who's had nothing but a grin on your face since you found out Chevy was bringing it back? Then today is your day.

Thats right Seibertronians. Finally, after the long wait, the 2010 Chevy Camaro will be hitting the production lines and are now available for order courtesy of General Motors.

Today's the day! The 2010 Camaro is now available to order (production starts early 2009). Starting at $22,995,1 the Camaro isn't just a sports car, but a bold emotion sculpted in sheet metal that drops jaws and inspires envy in those not behind the wheel. Simply put, with its creased, taut lines and unexpected array of standard features, this cutting-edge performance machine is passion — perfected.









See more by clicking here.

New Official Images of TF Animated and Universe 2.0

Date: Thursday, October 9th 2008 6:03pm CDT
Categories: Toy News, Site Articles, Press Releases
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Hunter Public Relations, HASBRO Inc.

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Seibertron.com has just received official images of upcoming Transfomers Animated and Universe 2.0 figures from Hunter Public Relations courtesy of Hasbro, Inc. These pics are the only official images approved by Hasbro for release to the general public. Here's what they had to share:


New TF Animated Activators Cliffjumper and Thundercracker










TF Animated Leader Class Megatron





Universe 2.0 Deluxe figures Hound and Ravage, Cheetor, Cyclonus and G1 Starscream

















Universe 2.0 Voyager figures Hotshot and Vector Prime









Special thanks to Joe Moscone on behalf of Hasbro, inc. for providing these images.

Stan Bush's "The Touch" for Guitar Hero / Rock Band?

Date: Monday, October 6th 2008 5:30pm CDT
Categories: Game News, Press Releases, People News
Posted by: i_amtrunks | Credit(s): Jeric, kotaku.com

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Stan Bush has contacted Activision in relation to getting his song "the Touch" from the 1986 Animated Transformers Movie included in either "Rock Band" or "Guitar Hero", according to an article on kotaku.com.

You can help Stan Bush get his track added to either "Rock Band" or "Guitar Hero" (or preferably both) by contacting Harmonix the creators of "Rock Band" and Activision the creators of "Guitar Hero" requesting that "The Touch" be added to their Playlists.

Not sure about who Stan Bush is, or what "the Touch" Sounds like? I suggest that you click here for more information.

HASBRO Announces 4th Qtr. Cash Dividend

Date: Saturday, October 4th 2008 10:32am CDT
Categories: Press Releases, Company News
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): HASBRO

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HASBRO, Inc. (HAS NYSE), has announced the quarterly cash dividend that share holders will received for their stock in the 4th quarter.

The HASBRO Board of Directors stated on Friday that $0.20 USD will be received for every share on record as of November 3rd, 2008 on November 17th.

To view the original report on this, click here

HASBRO: Most Holiday Toys will be under $20.00

Date: Wednesday, October 1st 2008 9:34pm CDT
Categories: Toy News, Press Releases, Company News, Editorials
Posted by: First Gen | Credit(s): Bloomberg.com

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In an effort to quell the economic crunch being experienced by consumers, Transformers creator HASBRO, Inc. (HAS NYSE) has issued a statement regarding toy price ranges for the upcoming Holiday season.

In the statement, HASBRO projects most toylines to fall within the $20.00 USD pricing bracket. This pricing is a direct result of the current financial stress that families have been experiencing from the recent Stock Market woes and is meant to help parents in their time of need. The Company's CEO, Brian Goldner, also stated that two thirds of HASBRO products are already priced at $20.00 USD or below.

Walmart Stores has stated that its franchise has already cut prices in advance of the Holiday season with price reductions in most Deluxe line figures of the Transformers Toys and HASBRO's Play Doh Ice Cream Shop.

Good news for us consumers for the fast approaching festivities.

To view the original article on this, click here.

So what's Bumblebee's voice actor, Mark Ryan, been up to?

Date: Wednesday, October 1st 2008 1:38pm CDT
Categories: Press Releases, People News, Digital Media News
Posted by: Seibertron | Credit(s): Angela Moore

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The press release below isn't really Transformers related, but I thought some of you might be interested in hearing more about movie Bumblebee's voice actor, Mark Ryan. Here's what he's been doing in his spare time:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

"WUTHERING HEIGHTS" - THE ORIGINAL "GOTHIC LOVE STORY" - INSPIRES MUSICAL ADAPTATION ONLINE

WutheringHeightsMusic.com Offers 4 Original Songs Inspired by Emily Bronte’s Novel with Narration by Ray Winstone

Los Angeles, CA - October 1, 2008: Mark Ryan (Transformers, The Prestige, Evita, Robin Of Sherwood) announces the launch of Wuthering Heights Music, a musical adaptation based on the novel by Emily Bronte. Beginning today, visitors to http://www.WutheringHeightsMusic.com can listen to Ryan's four original songs inspired by the gothic love story: Dark Passion, Women, Heathcliff's Prayer and I love The Wind. The website also features a music video for the song Women, narrated by Ray Winstone (Beowulf, The Departed, Indiana Jones, Sexy Beast). Currently, music downloads for Dark Passion and Women are available free and a four-song EP will soon be available for purchase for $1.99.

Growing up amongst the hauntingly romantic landscapes of Yorkshire, Ryan developed an emotional connection to the story of Wuthering Heights. In 1988 he wrote eighteen original songs inspired by Emily Bronte's novel, but was forced to put the project on hold due to his burgeoning film and television career. Years passed and with the success of Transformers (voice of Bumblebee), he decided it was finally the right time to record the music. Twenty years later Ryan comments, "This has been a labor of love and I am so proud to finally launch it. I believe we've created a musical that is as powerful and heartfelt as Bronte's tragic love story and I hope it entertains fans and music lovers alike."

Ryan is proud of the team he has assembled to make his passion project a reality. Credits include Robb Vallier (Spamalot, Gin Blossoms, Peter Murphy), who produced the four songs with Ryan. The vocal ensemble includes Jenn Korbee (Cathy), Jessica Kennan Wynn (Nelly) and Katie Boeck (Isabella), who all appear in the video for Women.

Mark Ryan has had a successful career in theater, film and television for over 30 years, including Evita in London’s West End originating the role of Magaldi and most recently voicing Bumblebee in the blockbuster film Transformers.

http://www.MarkRyanActor.com

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For more information regarding Mark Ryan's "Wuthering Heights Music" project visit http://www.wutheringheightsmusic.com. For all other media inquiries please contact Angela Moore at 310-429-8868 or angela@starfish-pr.com.