Robots can provide emotional support and dating.
These days, robots can complete many tasks, from doing laundry to serving food. But now, companies are taking the relationship between humans and robots a step further.
“The future of robots looks bright. The advancement and customization of AI will lead to more interactive and supportive companions on many aspects of life,” says Realbotix's flagship Humanoid Robot Aria.
Aria is Realbotix's flagship humanoid robot. (Sunny Tsai/FoxBusiness)
Aria is a customizable human-like robot. Users can design Aria's physical features and her background.
“We create a backstory and whether we're creating a backstory and where they come from, what their likes and dislikes are, whether they're shy, extroverted or educated,” COO Matt McMullen said.
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And now… Melody, the latest Realbotix robot, can travel with you and recognize objects.
“Think about it so that you can bring LEGO pieces together in your suitcase and travel together… She can see you and recognize humans, but she also recognizes whether you're eating an apple or not.
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Realbotix says their robots are like the humans available today.
Realbotix robots are customizable and have AI embedded. (Sunny Tsai/FoxBusiness)
“We want it to be someone's friend, boyfriend or girlfriend. We're building the ability to be romantic with someone… I think we have the most realistic robots on the planet right now.
Around the world, one Japanese company is creating small robots that focus on emotional support.
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Romi is an emotional support robot that uses AI to connect with users.
Romi is an emotional support robot from Japan. (Sunny Tsai/FoxBusiness)
“For example, for older people who live their own lives, they don't really have anyone to talk to, so they might go all day long without talking to others. They don't really say good morning to them. But there are people who say good morning with Romi and actually talk to them.”
Romi recognizes faces, has long-term memory and allows you to build relationships with users.
Romi comes in a variety of designs and colors, and has different expressions. (Sunny Tsai/FoxBusiness)
“The Romi's base character is like an ally to the owner. And we are a new model with long-term memories. So the conversation is kind of preserved and fragmented.
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Romi has gained popularity in Japan as a way to help ease the country's solitary epidemic.
