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skizabaa · 9 months
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The newest member of the DJ crew! A... Furby?
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nerdhall · 6 months
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The Return of a Classic: Hasbro Launches Furblets
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In a nostalgic nod to the past, Hasbro is set to captivate a new generation of children with the launch of Furblets, a miniature incarnation of the beloved 90s icon, the Furby. These pint-sized companions embody the essence of their predecessors, offering the same level of interactivity that made the original Furby a household name.
A Fresh Twist on the Familiar
Designed for kids ages 6 and up, the Furblets collection features six distinct characters: Hip-bop, Luv-lee, Mello-nee, Ooh-koo, Pix-elle, and Ray-vee. Each Furblet boasts a unique personality, resonating with its name through specific sounds and music, bringing a personalized touch to playtime.
Interactive Fun on the Go
Furblets enhance the interactive experience with three tactile points, including the beak, a heart on the forehead, and the top of their head. These features allow for an engaging play that rivals their full-sized counterparts. Moreover, the addition of a backpack clip ensures that these tiny friends are ready for adventures far and wide.
Harmonious Connections
The magic of Furblets is amplified when they come together. Like a choir, multiple Furblets can synchronize their musical features to sing in unison, offering a communal play experience. They're also designed to interact with the latest wave of full-size Furby friends, bridging the gap between the new and the nostalgic [oai_citation:3,Hasbro Introduces Furblets - The Toy Book](https://toybook.com/hasbro-furblets-launch/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=linkedin).
The Legacy of Furby
The original Furby, a revolutionary toy that hit the shelves in 1998, was a marvel of that era's technology, featuring the ability to speak and learn English phrases over time. It was a blend of robotics, artificial intelligence, and a touch of personality. The Furby's evolution reflects technological advancements and changing consumer tastes, yet its core appeal—its interactive nature—remains steadfast.
With Furblets available for preorder and set to be released alongside the new Tie Dye Furby, Hasbro is reigniting the Furby fever. This launch not only pays homage to the original phenomenon but also adapts to modern play patterns, promising a refreshed yet familiar experience for today's tech-savvy kids. Hasbro's strategy indicates a deep understanding of leveraging nostalgic brands while infusing them with current tech to create a product that resonates across generations.
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Hey Furby friends! I’m Furbyfreakazoid-blog (my OLD username Furbyfreakazoid was taken due to inactivity, oops).
I post Furby-related tutorials, and I’ll post the links down below to every tutorial I make!
I also post about my own Furbies sometimes.
Tutorial links
Brushing your Furby
Making accurate 1998 eye chips
My Furbies
1998 - 9 - Overkill (Lamb), Max (Tiger), Kairel (Ladybug), Elephant, Santa, Reindeer, Church Mouse, Frog, Tie Dye
Babies - 1 - Kismet (Very Purple)
Buddies - 1 - Shake (Leopard)
2005 - 1 - Bubbles (Sleepy Blue)
2012 - 4 - Gertie (Plum Fairy), Tay-Tay (Pink Puff), Piggy (Loveby Furby Party Rocker), Peacock
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Here’s my blog mascot, Bubbles, in all of his glory.
I hope you all enjoy my page. :)
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fabledfurbies · 5 years
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The Get to Know Me 1998 Furby Ask (Part 1)
King: Favorite fashion style
- Oh jeez. Personally I wear really casual, baggy clothes. But I’d love to be able to pull off a punk style.
Tie dye: Favorite color(s)
- Rainbow or red
Jester: Do you like funny movies, or horror movies better?
- Funny. I’m too easily startled to enjoy watching horror.
Witch: Favorite sweet food
- Chocolate cake! <3
Witch cat: Do you practice witchcraft?
- No. I have researched a little bit into it for a novel, though.
Elephant: Are you allergic to anything?
- Not that I know of.
Skunk: Favorite scent?
- Fun fact: I don’t have a sense of smell.
Baby: When were you born? (can be year and date or just date)
- March 19
Red wolf: Candles, incense or melts?
- None of the above
Lamb: Bath bombs, soap petals, or bath salt?
- None of the above
Owl: Forest, city, country, or beach?
- Forest, country, or beach! I love excursions into nature!
Frog: Do you enjoy swimming?
- Yes, though I don’t actually know how to swim. Just doggy paddle.
Leopard: What texture do you like?
- Soft fuzzy blankets are nice!
Snow leopard/husky: Zoo or museum?
- Both!
Giraffe: Salty or sweet?
- Sweet, but I also love salty!
Dalmatian: Favorite Disney movie?
- Lion King (the original animated one, NOT the CGI version)
Gorilla: Chocolate or vanilla?
- Depends on what it is? I don’t like chocolate ice cream.
Tiger: Do you like cheese/cheesy stuff?
- I love cheese!
Zebra: Favorite book genre
- Fantasy. Anything with wizards/witches/magic/etc.
Flamingo: Are you lgbt? If you’re comfortable sharing, how do you identify?
- Demisexual & bicurious
Church Mouse: Are you religious?
- No
Graduation: When did you graduate? If you haven’t what grade are you in?
- I graduated a while ago, but I’d rather not say when.
Millennial: Medieval or futuristic?
- Medieval all the way!
Champagne: Favorite fancy thing (food/experience/clothes,etc)
- Pearls. Does that count as fancy?
Santa: What is your favorite holiday?
- Christmas and Halloween
Reindeer: Have any pets? If not what would you want as a pet?
- I have an orange tabby cat named Barnaby!
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furbyvalueguide · 6 years
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could you put a base value on each wave of colors fr 1998? not every color just the wave itself if ifnthat makes sense
By no means am I a mathematician so take my numbers with a grain of salt, but since I’d like this to seem somewhat professional I’ll be basing this list on rough range percentages that can be applicable to my original guide. This will not include special editions just yet, though hopefully I will get around to making a percentage list for that too. Additionally, I will have the baby generations with their corresponding numbers listed alongside whatever percentage they apply to.–Generation One (Tuxedo, Witch’s Cat, Snowball, OG Leopard, Church Mouse, OG Wolf) and Generation One (Snowy White, Sunny Yellow, Mint Green, Baby Pink, Peachy, Baby Blue)          Base price. These furbys are the most easy to find, because they were                 one of the first lots to receive the most sales as they first hit store shelves.Generation Two (Giraffe, Owl, Tiger, Bear, Zebra, Dalmatian)           Base price. Being the second generation released they also got a lot of               exposure and a sales rep to match. Generation Three (Elephant, Gorilla, Lamb, Flamingo, Snow Leopard, Frog) and Generation Two (Clown, Very Purple/Grape, Primary, Springtime, Little Baby Blue, Fresh Orange)          ~10% additive to this generation’s quality price. Not much for the cheaper           end of the quality spectrum, but it does make a difference for the overall             value markup. Generation Four (Tie-Dye, Dragon, Ladybug, Bumblebee, Cheetah, Coffee)          ~17-20% additive to this generation’s quality price. Yes it is about                         boosted by ten. You can expect this really. While there are many gen1s               and gen2s available at once on Ebay, it takes a bit of checking in and                   digging to find these guys listed. Generation Five (Kiwi, Koala, Lizard, Turtle, Sherbert, Rooster) and Generation Three (Confetti, Blue Change, Purple Stripes, Curly, Wavy Stripes, Flower Bud)          ~25-30% additive to this generation’s quality price. Despite feeding y'all             some rough percentage numbers, some gens still fluctuate given how                 commonly they are sold. I’ve seen a handful more kiwis than I’d say I’ve               seen of the turtles or roosters.Generation Six: (Alligator, Tart Tangerine, Color Change, Husky, Champagne, Blue Turtle/Spider Web)           ~38-42% additive to this generation’s quality price. A few of this                         generation are harder to find, while others are simply in high demand. Generation Seven: (Red Wolf, Banana Peel/Skin, Golden Stripes, Juicy Grape, Mink, Raccoon) and Generation Four: (Sheep, Purple Tip, Coral/Candycane, Crystal, Lime Green, Seahorse.)          ~50% additive to this generation’s quality price. A harder generation to               find, especially for the babies. But still accessible if you keep your eyes               peeled (like the banana furby of this gen hahaha i hate living it hurts                     everyday).
–And there you have it! I hope you find this helpful. Remember that these are rough estimations of percentage values! They may differ dependently on an individual furby, but overall try to trust your gut! Wait and have patience when it comes to the best offers that may come to you, and keep an eye out on as many sites as possible. I’ll be posting these lists, and my main furby buying website sources on a separate page to my blog that will be available through a link in my description! Keep an eye out for that if you’re new and looking for a price range idea and place to start looking.
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furbovision · 6 years
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Connects: What would you like the next furby gen to look/be like? hm, I think id like them to look less digital and more like the old ones,, and also speak more furbish and “learn” english over time like the old ones,, I just think the new ones are too loud and they kinda annoy me,, I like their design for the most part tho,, idk i guess i just really like the old furbies haha 
1998 babies: What’s your favorite furby design? I looooove the kid cuisine, mostly because I love the bright colors and the mane is so cool!! I like the purple and green funky furby too I just think the color combo looks rlly nice!! also the tie-dye and ladybug are some other favs of mine!
and sorry i forgot my asks were off whoopS!
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