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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro inducts SOUNDWAVE into the TRANSFORMERS Hall of Fame at the 2011 TRANSFORMERS BotCon Convention.

Original Source: Soundwave: Transformers Hall Of Fame Inductee BotCon 2011 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ TFW2005.com

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Sponsor Big Bad Toy Store let us know that they have pre-order pages up for the next Fansproject offerings - CA-04 and CA-05 - Not Insecticons Stormbomb and Backfiery.

They also sent over some new images.

Check out the pre-order pages here:

CA-04 Stormbomb

CA-05 Backfiery

And check out the additional images of the set after the break!

Original Source: Fansproject CA-04 CA-05 Not Insecticons - Pre-Order Up and New Images! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ TFW2005.com

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On the fence about buying Transformers Kre O? Itching to see how they turned out? Well we've got a review for you! I have reviewed Transformers Kre O Sideswipe. Included are 50+ images, in both modes, and of course, images of the popular Kreons!

This set and others were sighted just a few days ago. So how did the 1st Kre O set of the venerable crimson brawler turned out? Read on to check out the review!

Original Source: Transformers Kre O Sideswipe Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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More Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game News. This time it’s about the legend himself; Peter Cullen.
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To everyone, Peter Cullen is Optimus Prime. Mr. Cullen is lending his voice not only to the 3rd Movie, but also to the game as well. USA Today had the pleasure of interviewing him and he had this to say…

Fans trust him with the characters, and Cullen says he's earned enough pop-culture cred over the years to let Bay or video-game directors know that a line of dialogue may not be something Optimus would say.

"I can hear Optimus fans saying, 'Hey. That's not Prime!' I'd probably suggest to someone, 'Maybe there'd be another word we could use that isn't so hostile or so threatening.' Always trying to maintain that level of dignity and integrity and honor that he has is very important to me, and it's not missed very often," Cullen says. "I'm very happy to say that over the years, Optimus has maintained a level of respect on his own, too, so it's a great working relationship."

You can read more at USA Today.

Original Source: Peter Cullen Talks Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Video Game @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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“It's Ship Day!” is the title given by Activision/High Moon Studios for their launch day of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Video Game.

To celebrate, they have uploaded bunch of images and the 1st part of the E3 Interview with Sean Miller (director of the game).

You can checkout the video embedded after the break. Make sure to check back on this news post as we post the rest of the interview as soon as it is available.

Original Source: Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Video Game - It's Ship Day! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Kickback @ TFW2005.com

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There's been a lot of Transformers Dark of the Moon news and hype over the last week - everything from new TV spots, the video game being released, and more and more toys. But lost in all of that glorious fun is a story detailing the darker side of reality - Hasbro and Discovery Communication's parternship network, The Hub, might be in trouble.

According to reports from Deadline.com and the Hollywood Reporter, Discovery Communications (the other half of The Hub) has ammended their agreement with Hasbro Inc. regarding the fees for airing animated programs. The ammendment is based around a "trigger event", which could lead to a writedown of the channel's overall worth. Discovery Communications submitted a $500 million dollar debt filing to the SEC Monday morning.

The Hub is currently averaging around 23,000 viewers, down from 24,000 a mere month ago. These ratings pale in comparison to the other children's network giants Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network. It is important to note that no new network has ever shot up the charts and they all had growing pains in the beginning. The fear is that Discovery Communications and Hasbro are trying to do so in a failing economy and, for most United States customers, to even watch The Hub you have to pay a premium cable package which raises your cable rates upwards of $100 a month, which for most people, isn't worth it when you can just watch it online the next day thanks to the power of the Internet.

It is speculated that with the $500 million dollar debt filing, Discovery Communications will begin repurchasing its own stock while under the new ammended agreement, Hasbro will foot more of the bill to air their own programs such as My Little Ponies: Friendship is Magic and Transformers Prime.

What does this all mean exactly? In short, by Q3 (Third Quarter in Business Lingo) it may come to be that The Hub is not worth what everyone thought it was in a financial sense. Depending on what that overall amount is, it could cause one or both partners to pull out of the agreement, and The Hub will fade away in to the midsts of obscurity. That is worst-case-scenario however, but it's important to note that it is a viable possibility.

What can you do? Figure out a way to get The Hub with your cable package. Convince people you know with children how great The Hub is with their family-oriented programming. Instead of watching CSI while the kids play video games, gather the family around to watch your favorite family programs from the 1980's and 1990's. And, of course, watch Transformers Prime!

We'll keep you updated. A special thanks to The Live Action Transformers Movie Blog for the initial heads up on this story.

Original Source: And Now For Some Bad News - The Hub in Trouble? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Hasbro inducts RATCHET into the TRANSFORMERS Hall of Fame at the 2011 TRANSFORMERS BotCon Convention.

Original Source: Ratchet: Transformers Hall Of Fame Inductee BotCon 2011 @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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TFW2005 received a Press Release from Hasbro-Discovery Hub, mentioning a Transformers Marathon for the summer of 2011.

The line-up consists of a Making-Of video, going behind-the-scenes of Transformers: Dark of the Moon, featuring director Michael Bay and interviews with Shia Labeouf and Josh Duhamel.

Transformers Action Summer Continues with Special Fourth of July Marathon Featuring Back-to-Back Episodes Of "Transformers Prime" and "Transformers Generation 1"

You can read the entire press release after the jump.

Original Source: Hub Rolls Out A Transformers Summer - Making-Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon And More @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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2005 Boards member Catz has shared with us some new listings from Takara-Tomy. As well as providing a useful reminder and roundup of all the recent reveals from Takara-Tomy's listings for October-November there's one real shocker late in the list - DA-32 Luxury Car (Mercedes). Given the DA designation this is an Autobot - could this be our first confirmation of a toy of "Que" aka Wheeljack?

Also confirmed by this listings is a Japanese release for Human Alliance Leadfoot, providing an alternative - although not an inexpensive one - to those who will not potentially be able to pick up the big guy in Target stores when he sees his exclusive release there in a few months time.

Read on to check out the full listings.

Original Source: Takara Tomy Upcoming Product Listings Reveal DA-32 Luxury Car Wheeljack? @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Another new TV Spot surfaced today. Unfortunately the recorded footage is pretty low in quality, but at least we get to see it.

There is this one scene on the latest TV Spot which you all will recognize as the scene from the Transformers: Dark of the Moon Official Poster.

Update: Better Quality Version

Original Source: Update: New Dark Of The Moon TV Spot - The Invasion @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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International Licensing Expo 2011 is happening at Las Vegas and if you are a fan of G. I. Joe you may already know of the new movie teaser tagline as well. Last year at the expo Hasbro-Paramount booth revealed a teaser poster for Transformers: Dark of the Moon (then known as Transformers 3 or TF3).

Today, TFW2005 received a Press Release from Hasbro regarding their ventures based on popular titles such as Transformers, My Little Pony etc.

It’s a very unusual Press Release… The PR is written in a manner as though the reader would see it in their personal point of view. Here are the Transformers Highlights:

…Some of the latest activities families can rally around include hosting a double-feature TRANSFORMERS movie night with home DVDs, watching Daytime Emmy Award nominated programs such as TRANSFORMERS PRIME…

…A full line of accessories can also be found scattered throughout a tween/teen bedroom including “More Than Meets the Eye” TRANSFORMERS baseball caps from New Era and sunglasses from Oakley…

…Room décor is another important facet of the tween/teen lifestyle. With a portfolio of incredibly rich brands that are meaningful to young adults – TRANSFORMERS…

…For those who like to “unplug” TRANSFORMERS comic books from IDW offer page-turning adventures…

…TRANSFORMERS pajamas by Sun City as well as TRANSFORMERS underwear and socks by Berkshire…

…while Dad grabs his TRANSFORMERS skinned smartphone from Anzo U.S.A. as he heads off to work …

…TRANSFORMERS chocolate cookies and chocolate eggs from Nestle, washed down with milk served in a TRANSFORMERS insulated container from Thermos elicit big smiles around the school lunch table…

…scribbling in notebooks carrying a TRANSFORMERS or LITTLEST PET SHOP brand graphic treatment from Innovative Designs…

…younger brother who has been waiting patiently and comfortably in his TRANSFORMERS bathrobe for his turn in the bathroom…

…Hasbro-licensed “rides” run the gamut from the General Motors BUMBLEBEE Camaro that may be Dad’s pride and joy to TRANSFORMERS bikes from Dynacraft that are the envy of every boy in the neighborhood. Little guys can mimic Dad and cruise on a BUMBLEBEE electric ride-on car from Hunter Leisure…

Read the full Press Release, after the jump.

Original Source: Hasbro International Licensing Expo 2011 Press Release - Transformers @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Transformers Toy Reviewer Optibotimus is bringing us a Video Review of Kre-O Transformers Optimus Prime.

Check it out!

Original Source: Video Review Of Kre-O Transformers Optimus Prime @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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We’ve seen the In-Hand Images before… now it’s time to see the Video Review of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Human Alliance Leadfoot with Steeljaw and Sgt. Detour.

Peaugh reviews the figure, check it out…

Original Source: Video Review Of Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Human Alliance Leadfoot With Steeljaw And Sgt. Detour @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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Throughout the past few days, The Oval Shopping Center, Malaysia was crowded due to an event organized by Chevrolet.

This event is all about Transformers… From G1 to Dark of the Moon.

TFW2005 Member blurrprime is sharing with us some Images and Videos he took at the event. len_d69 is also sharing some images.

Also, member thebruteslayer has posted a video by YouTuber SentinelPrimus, where there is a quick review of Transformers: Dark of the Moon Ultimate Optimus Prime.

Take a look, after the jump.

Original Source: Transformers Roll Out, Malaysia - Quick Ultimate Optimus Prime Review @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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I’m sure all of those who supported to continue Marvel’s Transformers Comic Books via IDW are eagerly awaiting further news.

Take a look at this folks…

Transformers Artist Guido Guidi has updated his DeviantArt page with a little message accompanied with two art pieces.

“just a quick sketch trying to emulate the feel of mid-80 TF comics... more to come”

This can only mean there are things going on behind-the-scenes, things which the fans of Marvel Transformers Continuity may squeal in joy.

Squee!!! Retro Art Style!!!

Original Source: Is Marvel G1 Transformers Continuing? Guido Guidi's Art @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ TFW2005.com

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On Sunday October 9th, 2011 Prepare Yourself For The 80′s TOYPACALYPSE!

New Jersey Collectors Con

NJCC 2011 80′s TOYPACALYPSE

Holiday Inn Cherry Hill – New Jersey
2175 West Marlton Pike (Rt. 70), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Sunday, OCTOBER 9th, 2011
Early Admission 8am to 10am $20.00
General Admission 10am to 4pm $10.00

More Updates Coming Soon…….

Join us on FaceBook New Jersey Collectors Con

Original Source: NJCC 2011 Prepare Yourself For The 80′s TOYPACALYPSE! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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Here's another new Transformers sighting for you. Fresh out of Fred Meyers in Portland, OR, we have a sighting of Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Wave 3. Wave 3 of the Cyberverse includes Stealth Bumblebee, plus Starscream sans tattoos, Roadbuster and Flak. The sighting was made by 2005 Boards member PlanckEpoch.

Keep up to date with the latest sightings in your area in our Transformers Sightings board.

Original Source: Dark of the Moon Cyberverse Legion Wave 3 Released @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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We recently had a chance to conduct a brief interview with Auto Assembly organiser Simon Plumbe about Auto Assembly 2011, and what lies ahead for Auto Assembly Europe and Auto Assembly 2012. Among the other topics covered in the interview, we have news on the third guest of honor - Generation 1 and Teenage Mutant Hero Turtles writer David Wise! Read on for the full interview!

Original Source: TFW Interviews Auto Assembly, New Guest Confirmed! @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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News from Transformers Collectors' Club:

06/15/2011 - Waspinator and the TCC wants you to WIN a Shout Factory Beast Wars Complete DVD Box Set!

At this years 2011 Hall of Fame Ceremony, Waspinator was inducted as the fans choice nominee. One thing seems to be missing... His ACCEPTANCE SPEECH! What would he have said? Who would he have thanked? You tell us and the BEST three "fan written" speeches will receive a Shout Factory Transformers: Beast Wars Complete Series DVD box set.

You must be a Transformers Collectors' Club member to enter this contest. Please email your submissions to Waspy@funpubinc.com and use "Waspy Speech Contest" as your subject line. Please keep each "speech" to 200 words or less. Other rules and conditions will be posted on the club fourms. The three winning speeches will be posted on the TCC Forums...good luck!

Original Source: Write Waspinator’s Acceptance Speech And Win A Shout Factory Beast Wars Complete DVD Box Set @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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WTF@TFW has returned from Botcon 2011, and they got some stuff. Also, Vangelus thinks 2009 is 2007. Pip pip~!

You can download and comment on it here: WTF @ TFW - Episode 151

And if you didn't listen to them already, be sure to check out WTF@TFW's recordings straight from Botcon 2011 itself:

WTF @ Botcon 2011 - 01 - June 1 2011
WTF @ Botcon 2011 - 02 - WTF @ TFW - 150 - May 26 2011
WTF @ Botcon 2011 - 03 - June 3 2011
WTF @ Botcon 2011 - 04 - Berger and Eiding's Stylings - June 4 2011
WTF @ Botcon 2011 - 05 - June 5 2011

If you use iTunes and regularly subscribe to podcasts, you can add us to your player and have the software download each episode automatically each time we update. To do that, and give us a reviews on iTunes, click here: Transformers Podcast on iTunes.

Original Source: WTF @ TFW Podcast Episode #151 Now Online @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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An update on our previous coverage of Sci-Fi Revoltech Series Optimus Prime - Cybergundam blog has now updated with a new image of this Revoltech version of Movie Optimus Prime. The new image is clearer and shows that this Revoltech version of Optimus Prime comes with at least one gun and sword (we assume he will have both but you can never be sure...)

Check out the image at left to see the non-transformable goodness!

Original Source: Revoltech Optimus Prime New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Sol Fury @ TFW2005.com

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iGear have released some new images of the unofficial custom Wrecker Impactor toy on their Facebook account. "Presser" as he is to be known is pictured here in robot and tank modes, with detail shots showing two of the weapon accessories that the custom toy will come with. The images also show off some of the weathering details that are featured on the toy.

Original Source: iGear Impactor New Images @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ TFW2005.com

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Japanese designer streetwear company, A Bathing Ape (also known as BAPE), will soon rest it's damn dirty hands on our beloved Transformers franchise. In a listing recently released on the company's website, we can see there will be an exclusive G1 Optimus Prime redeco as well as a plethora of t-shirts showcasing this collaboration.

The shirts will begin to drop on July 2nd and will be available in several styles, some of which featuring BAPE's own Baby Milo character ranging from 7,140 Yen to 5,460 Yen. The exclusive Optimus Prime redeco will be available on July 23rd for 7,140 Yen.

Original Source: Bathing Ape Optimus Prime Exclusive and Transformers x BAPE Shirts Coming @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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3 new Transformers: Dark of the Moon stills surfaced today at Huffingtonpost.

These images feature Sam, Lennox, Simmons and Optimus.

Original Source: New Transformers: Dark Of The Moon Stills - Sam, Lennox, Simmons And Optimus @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.

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Originally posted by: NIBMRatchet @ TFW2005.com

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If you are rolling on the floor laughing after looking at the title of this news post… well, let me tell you… it’s actually true.

Today a total Lunar Eclipse is taking place at the very moment we are speaking. It is the first of two total such eclipses in 2011.

And guess what? It’s clear that marketing guys at Paramount is taking full advantage of it; Advertising the upcoming final Michael Bay Transformers Live Action Movie Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

If you are listening to the worldwide live webcast of the event, the broadcast is sponsored by the movie.

Read the Press Release after the break...

Update: For the astro lovers... an image taken from the Full Eclipse after the jump:

Original Source: Total Lunar Eclipse Sponsored By Transformers: Dark Of The Moon @ Transformers - TFW2005.com.