Have you ever wished you had a personal assistant that would follow you around, take care of your chores, entertain you, and keep you up to date on the latest news and events? Samsung is all about everything and more. You might be in luck, because we just announced a new version of an AI home companion robot that can.
AI home companion robot Ballie (Samsung) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
What is this personal assistant robot?
Ballie is a round, ball-shaped robot that autonomously rolls around your home, interacts with other smart devices, provides customized services, and acts as a personal home assistant. It was first introduced at his CES 2020 as a cute and friendly gadget that lets you monitor your pets, play with your kids, and power up your smart home appliances.
Now, four years later, Ballie is a more advanced and versatile device that can project images and video onto walls, floors, and ceilings, control unconnected equipment with infrared transmitters, and communicate via voice and text messages. It has evolved into
AI home companion robot Ballie (Samsung) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
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How personal assistant robots work
Ballie uses spatial LiDAR sensors and a 1080p projector to navigate your home and display different content around you. You can also connect to your smartphone, tablet, PC, or TV to access your data and settings. Ballie learns from your patterns and habits to deliver smarter, more personalized services.
AI home companion robot Ballie (Samsung) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
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8 things robots can do for you and your pet
1) thank you It projects the word “Welcome” when you get home and displays your schedule, weather, and reminders.
AI home companion robot Ballie (Samsung) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
2) Play your favorite music, podcasts, and audiobooksadjust the volume and lighting according to your mood.
3) project workout video Stick it on your wall or floor in the perfect size to track your progress and calories burned.
AI home companion robot Ballie (Samsung) (Kurt “Cyber Guy” Knutson)
Four) answer the phone Show who is calling on the wall or ceiling.
Five) Send video updates Check on your pets and loved ones while you're away and talk to them via voice or text.
6) project video Place some greenery or scenery on the floor for your pet to enjoy, play with, and feed.
7) Turn lights, thermostats, and security systems on and off. Other smart devices are available depending on your schedule and preferences.
8) Control unconnected appliancesappliances with infrared transmitters such as coffee makers, toasters, ovens, and washing machines.
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When will these robots be available?
Samsung announced that Bally will be available later this year, but did not provide details on pricing or availability. However, Bally is expected to be compatible with his Samsung's SmartThings platform and other third-party devices and services. Samsung also said that Bally has a variety of customization options including colors, skins, and accessories to suit different tastes and personalities. To be honest, part of me is very interested in Barry, but the other part of me wants to kick it across the room. I'm trying to find a balance that embraces my future while remaining true to my humanity.
Cart important points
Ballie isn't the first companion robot of its kind, but it has the potential to become a popular and useful gadget for many households. The great thing about Ballie is that it can support you, entertain you, and connect you with your pets and loved ones. Barry shows that the future of her smart home is not only about convenience, but also about creativity, individuality and emotion. I'm interested in how Ballie evolves and improves over time, and how it works with other devices and services.
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