My Robot Friend

Is man's best friend still the dog? Has the cat become the more favored species? I think not; regardless, more and more, mechanical creatures or Robots are replacing both the dog and cat as companions, helpers and household family members. Does that sound outlandish? Well, this lens will explore some of the latest developments in robotics that could possibly drive our domestic pets into eventual extinction.

The New Wall-e Interactive Robot

Pros of replacing pets with robots

- Robots don't defecate or urinate

- Robots don't require daily walks

- Robots have on and off switches

- Robots don't bark or meow (unless you want them to)

- Robots don't need to be fed

- Robots don't require veterinary care

- Robots can be taken anywhere

- Robots don't require grooming

- Robots don't chase cars and get run over

- Robots don't get fleas or ticks

- Robots don't stink and require baths

- Robots obey

- Robots can perform meaningful chores (mow lawn, vacuum, etc.)

- Robots don't have to die

The Cons

- Robots can't show affection (yet)

- Robots require batteries or other sources of power

- Robots don't have personalities (or do they?)

My Robot - My Friend

Can a Robot Really Replace Your Dog as a Pet?

Case in point: Pleo, the Robot Dinosaur

Pleo can do everything your dog can do, and more. He can walk, wag his tail and crane his neck. He can also do some things you would not expect. For example, he gets sleepy and then actually falls asleep. He responds when you pet him. He can catch cold and sneeze. Even emotions like anger and annoyance are possible. Pleo's senses are just as acute as a dogs. He can detect sounds, detect touch and even "see" normal and infrared light. My Twinn Doll

At the heart of Pleo is special operating system software that enables Pleo to act independently and evolve Pleo's personality according to his interactions with you and the environment. Interact with Pleo the same way you do with any living animal. Pleo can see, hear, and feel. Pleo's personality changes over time based on life experience, so make sure you spend plenty of time interacting with Pleo.

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