Transformers Orange iPod Speaker Prime, Alternity Convoy Pictures

Apparently there's a big show in Japan and there are new Transformers there! The C3X Hobby 2008 show is going on, and you can see pics of the new orange/red Convoy iPod speakers and the first full-color images of Alternity Convoy here, at TFW2005.

The silver Alternity Convoy doesn't really look like Optimus Prime at all, and early reports peg him at a "deluxe" size-- just a much higher price point. No word on a US release.

The burning flame version of the iPod speakers is pretty neat. It says "Excel Perfect Year 2008" on the side, which would make us think it's an elementary school reward, but it's probably not. Like the previous versions, it features a new head sculpt and is extremely unlikely to see a US release.

Transformers BinalTech Arcee Gallery

TF08.net posted a big gallery of Arcee in vehicle mode, complete with a shot of the head. Which, if you didn't know, confirms she's just a white Decepticharge repaint. Still, kinda neat.

Henkei! Henkei! Transformers Convoy Clear Gallery

Transformers supercollector Remy posted a spiffy gallery of the clear Optimus Prime (aka Convoy) coming to Japan like right now. It seems to be pretty solid, and there are loads of comparison shots. Check it out.

Masterpiece Thundercracker Images at HobbyLink Japan

Once again aiming for realism, Takara Tomy has revealed its Thundercracker to be a dark blue that doesn't look quite as outlandish as the original toy or cartoon. What's more, there's also a shot of Metroplex in the gallery, so be sure to check those out.

"Alternity" Revealed by Tokyo Toy Show

Transformers super-site Fan2Fan went to the Tokyo Toy Show and shot loads of new exciting robots in disguise, but also revealed some new toy which may interest Alternators and BinalTech fans! Take a look at the new Alternity line-- combining elements of the movie line and Alternators, these deluxe-ish sized toys are apparently coming to Japan in a short period of time. No word on a US release, but you can see if they're worth importing when you click through.

Henkei Skywarp, Thundercracker Images

If you haven't seen them yet, Ameblo has shots of Thundercracker out of the package and it looks pretty gosh darn good.

The toy is a direct-to-consumer item which, according to most sources, is being made in an edition size based on pre-orders. As such, it could be very large (due to speculators) or very small (due to people NOT speculating.) We hope to get one. Click the image for more, in Japanese.