I saw the cutest thing on the Internet today - and I'm not sure how I missed it.
Jibo.
Here's a video of the little guy. Yes, I want one. It appeals to my inner little girl.
It seems user-friendly, helpful, and human. It's great to see more human technology (for once). Modern home technology is really coming into its own with this, Ness and other products. It can provide company to the elderly, remind you of things you need to do, take photos, help educate your kids, and as said in the video, be a member of your extended family.
It works using voice command, which in this case is more secure and helpful. The robot becomes a person-like when you call it by name and talk to it like you would a friend.
Sure, you could say this opens the future for an AI or I, Robot situation. However, I think it's a step in the right direction to integrate technology in our lives. And if we use it in the right way, it offers great potential for our own personal growth.
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