# Sci-Fi Robot Toys The First Order Stormtrooper by UBTECH is a Smart, App-Enabled Plaything By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-10-05 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/first-order-stormtrooper-by-ubtech References: [ubtrobot.starwarsrobots](https://ubtrobot.starwarsrobots.com/) The First Order Stormtrooper by UBTECH is an app-enabled robot toy based off of the character from the [Star Wars franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-tamagotchi) that is packed with interactive features. The licensed Star Wars robot boasts: voice commands, facial recognition, infrared sensors, AR battle experiences and WiFi connectivity. As the release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi is coming soon, the First Order Stormtrooper by UBTECH is set to be one of the hottest toys for the upcoming holiday season. While there are many [Stormtrooper-inspired products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ucs-death-star) that have been released over the years, this robot is one of few to offer an impressive range of high-tech features that will make fans feel as if they're really living in a galaxy far, far away. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Interactive Robot Toys:** The integration of advanced features into playthings offers opportunities for more immersive experiences and an increased demand for app-controlled, interactive robots. - **Licensed Franchise Merchandise:** The popularity of licensed franchises opens the door for innovative and interactive merchandise that caters to fervent fans. - **Augmented Reality Toys:** The use of augmented reality in toys offers opportunities for more immersive and interactive experiences, advancing the market for digitally-enhanced playthings. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** The integration of advanced technology in toys creates an opportunity for companies to differentiate their products from others. - **Entertainment Industry:** The popularity of licensed franchises creates opportunities for companies to develop innovative merchandise that enhance the fan experience. - **Tech Industry:** The integration of augmented reality into toys creates opportunities for tech companies to enter the toy market and create digitally-enhanced playthings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Real Life Cinematic Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g1t4m1n1-droid.md) - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [Interactive Response Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-chatter-back-chopper.md) - [Highly Detailed Sci-Fi Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-kit.md) - [Conversational Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robosen.md) - [Motion-Activated Sci-Fi Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-2.md) - [LED-Powered Laser Swords](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-series-obiwan-kenobi-force-fx-elite-lightsaber.md) - [Sophisticated Sci-Fi Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ultimate-collectors-series-atat.md) - [AI-Backed Family Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2xl-cobot.md)