Former iRobot CEO Colin Angle is working on robotic 'Familiars' with his new company, Familiar Machines & Magic.

A new kind of emotionally supportive robot is making waves at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas. OLLOBOT is a Chinese technology brand debuting at CES 2026 with a vision to replace ...

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TL;DR: Colin Angle, creator of the Roomba, introduces Familiar, an AI-powered, plush robotic pet designed for social interaction and emotional support. Equipped with sensors to read body language and ...

Which electronic pet is best? An electronic pet can be a fun toy or a realistic companion. While the majority of electronic pets are designed for children, you can also find highly lifelike electronic ...

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