BB-8 moved in all directions on stage at Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim . The new droid is the first of a series of robots that will be used to help guests navigate through attractions and meet characters from across Disney Parks. Audience were mesmerised by the droid but it 's a mystery how it works . Suggestions include giant robotic ball has another magnetic robot on top .
BB-8 moved in all directions on stage at Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim . Director JJ Abrams said a real robot and not CGI was used in the film . Audience were mesmerised by the droid but it 's a mystery how it works . Suggestions include giant robotic ball has another magnetic robot on top .