We have seen previous versions of the PaPeRo robot from NEC in the past, and this time around NEC decided that it is ready for an upgrade. What new stuff and features can you expect from this updated little creature which seems to be almost lifelike at times, like a pet save for the fact that it comes in cold, metal furnishings? The updated PaPeRo will now boast visual recognition capability, allowing it to project “avatars” of people elsewhere. I wonder whether this would mean some sort of 3D holographic capability like Hitachi’s effort…
Apart from that, there is also the ability to type-to-speech, although not directly to audio conversations. Just like many other robotic vacuum cleaners this time around, the robot is capable of recharging itself automatically when it starts to run low on juice. Currently, trials of the update PaPeRo are being held in public buildings and old folks’ homes, although we don’t know how long they will remain under the testing phase.
Nowadays we are often face with robots; many people are already used to them. Our children play with a variety of dinosaurs and Transformers, and robots. There is also so-called “Robot- Alarm Clock”.
This very harmless robot is not going to enslave our planet and wipe humanity off the face of the planet; its task is simply to awake the people from their sleep.
Compact alarm clocks in the form of a robot are already sold in many shops and costs from 36 to 48 dollars.
Fans of tamagochi can rejoice. Now they can again torment, educate someone and, of course, kill time. There is a new addition in the family of tiny robots Robo-Q.
Two mini-androids are released in the Japanese company Takara Tomy Japan. Height of the newborn gadget is 3.4 cm, and only 12 grams.
These babies can be governed by using the remote control. Each mini-android is equipped with sensing constraints, which allows them to overcome the most intricate labyrinths. New gadgets have been on sale since late February and now everyone can have a happy-android gadget for only $ 30.
Unlike tamagochi, mini-robots do not need to eat, sleep, and do not have other human weaknesses. They are always energetic and cheerful. And if you buy multiple items, you can organize competitions in the race with obstacles and create hundreds of ways to diversify your own leisure with the help of these lovely babies.
Now you don’t need a degree in robotics to make your own robot. Everyone has the opportunity to create their own transformers, and not one but six! Of course, if you buy «DIY» of Red5 Company.
All created robots move, working with solar batteries. The set consists of 25 parts, which are connected with bolts. You can make a robot dog for joint walks, a boat, if you swim, a car, a windmill, and two types of planes. This is a great set to make an interesting way to spend time with your little child.
For those who live in places where the sun is a rarity there is a halogen lamp of 50 watts power in the set. Instructions for assembling large figures are understood intuitively. Buy a set at a price of 13 British pounds (about 21 dollars).
