Jim Henson’s Creature Shop + Tombot’s Robo-Dog Companion
On a mission to improve the quality of life for senior citizens dealing with loneliness and depression, Tombot’s robotic puppy—which has exceeded funding on Kickstarter—emulates real-life dog behaviors. With artistic design by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, the robo-dog certainly looks the part. And, as it’s a responsibility-free pet, companionship is manageable. Tombot’s touch-sensitive pup isn’t the first in this category, but it is the most accessible financially for this level of interaction. There’s a market out there, paved by Sony’s (beloved original and brand new) Aibo. Read more about the product and its competitors at Gizmodo.
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