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Social Robots

Social robots are machines designed to interact with people using speech, gestures, and expressions, helping in roles like education, healthcare, and customer service.

Suzanne Somers, Sitcom Star and Entrepreneur, Returns as AI Robot

November 2, 2025March 27, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Suzanne Somers AI Robot

Alan Hamel, the husband of the late actress Suzanne Somers, worked with Las Vegas-based Realbotix Corp. and Hollo.ai to bring his late wife back to life through cutting-edge technology.

5 Years Later: The Pandemic That Supercharged AI and Robotics

November 2, 2025March 24, 2025 by Mike Kalil
COVID Robots

The COVID-19 pandemic sparked a wave of automation that supercharged the development and adoption of technologies across industries.

EngineAI’s Shorty Dances in New Tribute Cult Classic Hong Kong Film

November 2, 2025March 17, 2025 by Mike Kalil
EngineAI PM01 Robot in Tribute to Kung Fu Hustle Axe Gang Scene

Buzzy Chinese startup EngineAI is showing off its short humanoid robot’s dancing as it pays homage to classic Hong Kong cinema.

Enchanted Tools Upgrades Mirokaï for People-Facing Robotics

November 2, 2025March 7, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Enchanted Tools Mirokai Suit

Paris robotics startup Enchanted Tools just introduced its next-generation humanoid robot designed for natural human-robot interactions.

Leju’s Kuavo Humanoid Robot Teaches Children at Sichuan School

November 2, 2025February 22, 2025 by Mike Kalil
Leju Robot's Kuavo

China’s full-sized humanoid robots are starting to enter classrooms. Footage from Chinese tabloid The Global Times circulating on social media …

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The Untold Story of Realbotix, ‘Relationship-Based AI’ Pioneer

November 2, 2025January 12, 2025 by Mike Kalil
The Untold Story of Realbotix Corp.

Realbotix is having a moment. The AI and robotics firm’s ultrarealistic creations were one of the standouts at CES 2025.

The Fall of Moxie, the Social AI Robot for Children

January 17, 2026December 19, 2024 by Mike Kalil
The Downfall of Moxie the AI Robot for Kids Ages 5-10

Users are reeling after the abrupt shutdown of Moxie, an $800 AI robot designed to help children develop social and emotional skills.

Robodies Introduced as Solution for Germany’s Growing Eldercare Crisis

May 9, 2026December 9, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Robody Humanoid Robot at Conference

Germany, with one of the world’s oldest populations, faces significant challenges in supporting its seniors while maintaining their independence and dignity.

Meet Aria, Realbotix’s Ultra-Realistic Humanoid Robot with ‘Relationship-Based AI’

May 4, 2026November 5, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Aria, hyper-realistic AI-powered humanoid robot by Realbotix Corp.

Aria, the flagship humanoid robot from Toronto-based Realbotix, is on a promotional tour.

Kind Humanoid’s AI Robot Inspired by Surrealistic Art

November 1, 2025October 14, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Surrealist Humanoid Robot Illustration

Kind Humanoid’s new AI-powered robot takes inspiration from surrealist art, blending advanced technology with an abstract and expressive design.

Figure 02 at Work/Home, 1X NEO Human Operation, Weave’s Isaac, 4NE-1, Reachy 2

May 4, 2026September 14, 2024 by Mike Kalil
Figure 02 humanoid robot

The much-hyped Figure 02 is headed to work for real. We also have brand-new details about when this advanced AI robot will be available for homes and how much it will cost.

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