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Dalek Hidden Camera is the Worst Way to Spy on Time Lords

Gizmodo US Edition — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:20:00 +0000

Fans of British sci-fi favourite Doctor Who might be wary of conscripting a Dalek to do security work for them, but if you enjoy a little REC-ORD-ING along with your EXT-ERM-IN-AT-ION, you can now do just that. Wil Harris of ChannelFlip got to play with the Dalek security cam, which was built by a “top secret London security firm” for an “anonymous client.”

While the secrecy is most likely related to shame and embarrassment more than danger and intrigue, the “toy” is actually a pretty impressive piece of hardware. The camera can transmit high quality streaming video to a flat panel-equipped base station over 300 feet away, where it is recorded to a hard drive for playback and/or incrimination. Because of the top secret nature of the project the price is a matter of speculation, but Harris estimates a build cost in excess of US$1,500, which means that there must be some serious shit going down at Doctor Who conferences. [ChannelFlip]

The Dalek Voice Changing Helmet Will Exterminate Your Love Life

Sean Fallon — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 +0000

The popularity of the hideous Dalek Sec Hybrid Mask last year proved once again that Dr. Who fans are a loyal bunch. Soon, these fans will be able to strike fear/laughter in the hearts of their enemies once again by donning this dapper Dalek voice changing helmet. Naturally, you will be able to run around yelling “EXTERMINATE” with the classic cold, robotic tone—but you will also be able to play back recorded Dalek phrases or activate the exterminator sound. But before you get too excited, check out the image after the break to see how un-cool you will look wearing it.

Available for pre-order now. Ships in May for US$74.99. [Big Bad Toy Store and Toyology]

Doctor Who Dalek Sec Hybrid Voice Changer Mask is Deliciously Disgusting

Addy Dugdale — Thu, 11 Oct 2007 11:34:08 +0000

So, it’s official, we’re bored by Star Wars gear (yeah yeah, hate mail to addy@gizmodo.com.) Chen is championing Star Trek (yaaaaaaawn) and with there being a lack of BG stuff — you know what I mean: Commander Adama dolls with realistic commando-parts; Cylon toasters, Starbuck frack-wear; Gaius science kits; Raider croissants; Number Six Real Dolls — it’s evident that what we need is Who — as in Doctor. Is this Dalek Sec Hybrid Voice Changer Mask better than an Optimus Prime Helmet? Of course it is.The Dalek-Human hybrid appeared in the British show’s Daleks in Manhattan episode. This mask, however, is expected to be the holiday hit of the season on the toy front. The voice changer lets you sound like a dalek (oh, the joy of hearing your nephew say “More beans, please, Mum,” in that, eh?) Costing $50 if you pre-order, and ten bucks more if you buy direct, the mask hasn’t started shipping yet. Who fans should probably get their freak on and order one, because retailers will be out of supplies before you know it. [Time & Space Toys and Guardian Unlimited]