The Dark Knight Goes Digital: Sakar International Launches Batman-Themed Electronics

As movie-goers wait with anticipation for the epic conclusion to the Dark Knight trilogy, Sakar International, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products on behalf of DC Entertainment, has announced the debut of its new line of Batman electronics and accessories to commemorate the release of Warner Bros. Pictures’ and Legendary Pictures’ The Dark Knight Rises, which hits theaters and IMAX nationwide on July 20.

Kids of all ages will love being summoned to start their day with the Batman Alarm Clock Radio that projects the Bat-Signal on the wall or ceiling. Also sure to delight, the 3-in-1 Digital Camera offers still, video, and web-cam capability with three interchangeable face plates, while the Digital Video Recorder makes it quick and easy for users to film their own action scenes. The three-piece Batman Adventure Kit includes adventure necessities, such as a 35mm camera, flashlight, and binoculars. No super hero is complete without a stealthy communication device, and Sakar’s set of two Batman Walkie Talkies keep everyone in contact with push-to-talk buttons and built-in Morse code options.

Available at Toys R Us, the Batman product line features vibrant, high-resolution graphics and durable construction to withstand any high-flying super hero adventure.

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The Bridge Gets Worldwide Rights to New The Hobbit Films

still picture of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

Warner Bros. Consumer Products has awarded the worldwide master toy and game licensing rights for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey and The Hobbit: There and Back Again to The Bridge Direct, Inc. The Bridge will develop an array of products inspired by the two films, which is directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings).

The line will include action figures, play sets, and role play accessories such as basic action figures, adventure packs, beast packs, highly detailed collector figures, a basic Sting sword, a basic Orcrist sword, a Dwarven battle axe, and a Deluxe Sting sword that features a blue glow just like in the film. The line is expected to debut at retail stores in fall 2012, prior to the December 14 release of the first film.

Photo Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures