Vector’s already got the adorable bit down, courtesy of a team staffed by former Pixar and DreamWorks animators. But Anki’s grownup version of Cozmo can use a bit of help when it comes to smarts. Starting next week, the desktop robot will be able to tap into Amazon Alexa’s deep base of answers. The new […]
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Listen up because robot sidekicks are now a reality. We aren’t quite to the point where we can command our robot friends to complete all our housework while we sit back and relax, but we’ve made the first steps.
Aware and reactive, Vector by Anki is …
Anki Vector review: A tiny robot with a big personality
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Anki Vector
$249.99
The Good
Personality shines through • Great graphics for facial expressions • Sleek black-and-gold paint job
The Bad
Knowledge base does not compare to that of Alexa or Google Assistant • Can’t link to smart home devices
The Bottom Line
Anki’s Vector has a winning personality, and the small robot is built for durability. But it’s weak on answering questions and lacks a real purpose, other than distraction.
Mashable Score4.0
Cool Factor5.0
Learning Curve5.0
Performance3.0
Bang for the Buck3.0
Back in August, I got to see Vector, the first smart home robot from Anki. And after a very successful Kickstarter campaign, Vector is here. Read more…
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