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LEGO magazine Issue 137 – ultimate guide to SMART Brick

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Magazine cover of Blocks featuring LEGO builds, including a Star Wars-themed spacecraft with highlighted text announcing 'The Brick Gets Smart'.

The LEGO SMART Brick is a new tech-infused element that brings interactivity to LEGO sets like never before – and Blocks has the ultimate guide to the innovative experience.

Within the 116-page LEGO magazine for AFOLs you’ll also find a deep dive into the new LEGO House exclusive set that pays tribute to Billund, an impressive upgrade to a Sonic the Hedgehog, a review of The Lord of the Rings 11373 Sauron and much, much more.

We’re giving away Star Wars 75423 Luke’s Red Five X-wing, which includes a SMART Brick! To be in with a chance of winning, take out a print subscription before April 2, 2026.

 

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LEGO Stores to host free Star Wars droid building event

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Children will have an opportunity to test out the new LEGO SMART Brick while building their own Star Wars droids during a workshop at North American LEGO Stores on March 21.

LEGO Editions announces new Formula 1 helmet sets

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LEGO Editions is entering the fast-paced world of Formula 1 with two new helmet sets: 43014 Scuderia Ferrari HP Charles Leclerc Helmet and 43022 Scuderia Ferrari HP Lewis Hamilton Helmet. Both sets will hit the track on May 1, 2026.

LEGO SMART Play Star Wars demo with the designers

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The LEGO Group has introduced SMART Play and the SMART Brick in new Star Wars sets, enhancing play through interactive features like battles and character actions. Key designers demonstrate the technology, which integrates with models to create engaging experiences. Eight new sets have launched, with three including the SMART Brick, enriching play for children who want to explore the Star Wars galaxy.

How LEGO Pirates changed everything when it debuted in 1989

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In 1989, LEGO launched the transformative LEGO Pirates theme, with the flagship set 6285 Black Seas Barracuda. It marked a significant shift in the LEGO Group’s design philosophy and storytelling, introducing new pieces, expressive minifigures, and a focus on immersive narratives. This innovative concept spurred lasting success and shaped the brand’s future.

Children love writing about LEGO bricks and books — Blocks isn’t surprised

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Oxford University Press’ analysis of BBC 500 Words 2025 found children love writing about LEGO bricks, libraries and books — all things the team here at Blocks are very happy to see. See the stats and some reflections on them from Blocks News Writer Ryan Everleth.

Creating LEGO Rocky and Ryland for Icons 11389 Project Hail Mary

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Project Hail Mary might be a sci-fi film set far away in the stars, but its true focus lies on its two main characters: Rocky and Ryland. Hear from LEGO Model Designer Nathan Heigert about the importance of capturing their relationship for 11389 Project Hail Mary.