Technology is so fast-developing that the concept of loneliness seems to be entirely passé; hence these inanimate fixations.
Arguably the most ground-breaking are robot technologies that mimic intimate human contact. What was previously thought to be taboo can now be explored and experimented with in the comfort of one’s own home.
To take this experimentation one step further, various items double as learning tools for specific activities. For instance, the notion of 'E-Kissing' involves items with lip-locking capabilities and tutorials for the novice smoocher. This proves that (although odd) inanimate fascination is purposefully useful.
From ‘Girlfriend Simulators’ to ‘Human-Amime Marriages’ the phrase "taking a relationship to the next commitment level" has an entirely new meaning.
25 Inanimate Fixations

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Naughty Virtual World For Adults
Red Light Center

23
Sex Robots
David Levy Says Artificial Intelligence Coming Soon (In Bed)
22
Fake Intimacy (Part IV)
iDollators
21
Girlfriend Simulators
Accessories For Lonely Men
20
Marriage-Saving Sculptures
Stephanie Seymour and Husband Save Their Union With a Nude Statue
19
Virtual Kissing
Mentos Kiss Cam
18
The Virtual Lover
17
RoboBoyfriend
The Perfect Partner for Girls From the MyPod Generation
16
Scandalous Interactive Games
Get Naughty With Your Virtual Dream Girl Using the Kinect Sex Game
15
Human-Anime Marriages
Japanese Man Marries His Favorite Anime Character
14
Sex Toys Get Cartoonish
The Wormie, 3D Kama Sutra and Mooing Thong
13
Virtual Foreplay
Mutsugoto Enables Long-Distance Intimacy Via Digital Rings
12
Mannequin Make-Out Editorials
The Julianne Moore Vs. Magazine Shoot is Desperate and Lonely
11
Virtual Girlfriends
INBED: Never Sleep Alone
10
3D Virtual Dating
'Real Girlfriend' by Crazy Japan Comes to Life with 3D Glasses
9
Bland Virtual Girlfriends
The iMaria App Gives You a Pretty Friend, without Benefits
8
Virtual Boyfriends & Girlfriends
V-Boy & V-Girl
7
E-Kissing
The University of Electro-Communications Designs Long-Distance Smooching Machine
6
Comforting Cushion Companions
The ‘Hugby' Novelty Vibrating Pillow is a Bit Controver
5
Suggestive Typewriter Robots
The 'Nude IV Delilah' Robot is a Seductive Magnet
4
Virtual Anime Boyfriends
Webkare Social Media
3
Snuggly Soda Dispensers
The Coca Cola 'Hug Machine' Trades Cuddles for Free Pop
2
Robotification of Society
Intimacy With Robots?
1
Virtual Companions
24% Say Second Life Is OK Sub
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Robotic Cat Coffee Coolers
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AI-Powered Robotic Pet Dogs
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AI-Powered Customer Service Humanoids
Realbotix Spotlights Its AI-Powered Humanoid Robotics
Cartoon-Transformed Algae Exhibits
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Multitasking Household Robots
SwitchBot Shares Its Ability to Complete Various Tasks at CES 2025
Friendly Robotic Wheelchair Caregivers
The 'Companion' Wheelchair Robot Concept is Supportive
Halloween-Ready Animatronic Line-Ups
HalloweenCostumes.com Debuted Its 2024 Halloween Animatronics
Distorted Furniture Street Art
Alex Chinneck Designs the Surrealism First Kiss at Last Light
Scannable Valentine's Candies
Sweethearts' Candy Messages Use AI to Help Relationships Progress
AI-Powered Dating Simulators
The Game Game by Tinder Makes Meet-Cute Scenarios Less Intimidating
AI-Powered Dating Advice Apps
The 'Pookie Tool' App Supports the Dating Needs of Gen Z
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
Interactive Pixel Plushies
Eolo Toys' Pixel Hugs are Cuddly Plushes Enhanced with Tech Features
Humanoid Household Robots
The 1X NEO Beta Will Utilize Embodied Learning to Perform Tasks
AI Face Swapping
Face Swap AI Generates Realistic Deepfake Videos In Just A Few Clicks
Humanizing AI Text
Humanize AI Puts a More Personal Spin on AI-Written Text
Angelic Digital Pet Toys
Bandai's Tamagotchi Angel Has Been Revived for a New Generation
Humanoid Robot Comparators
BotsLikeYou Compares Humanoid Robots to Find the Best Fit for You
Squishy Digital Pets
Punirunes Combine Virtual Pet Care with Tactile Play
Beer-Branded Music Sharing Devices
The Conceptual 'Hei-Five' Connects Strangers Over Music
AI-Enhanced Phone Cases
The Flipper by Heineken Turns Upside Down When It Senses a Good Time
Furry AI-Powered Companions
Moflin is Casio's New AI Solution for Companionship
Immersive Brand Concepts
LG Hosted its 'Affectionate Intelligence' Event at CES 2025
Immersive Horror Games
Eyes Never Wake's Monster Sees Players Through Their Webcam
Humanoid Robot Technologies
Ti5ROBOT is Introducing Two Advanced Humanoid Models
Animal-Human Translation Concepts
FORMD Designs the Hamani Concept of Communication
General-Purpose Robots
Boston Dynamics X Toyota Research Institute Partner in Robotic Development
Connected Communicative Tea Sets
The Conceptual 'gpTea' Set by Kevin Tang Connects Loved Ones
Clipped-On Fuzzy Robotic Pets
Mirumi is a Small Clip-On Robot that Debuted During CES 2025
3D Content Automation
Generate Anything Turns Text Into Fully Animated 3D Models Instantly
AI-Fuelled QSR Animated Commercials
McDonald's Japan Rolls Out an AI Ad to Spotlight its Fries
Robotic Cat-Like Mug Companions
Yukai Engineering Develops the Adorable Nekojita FuFu
Demonic Parenting Apps
The 'Oni kara Denwa' App from Media Active Scolds Children
Futuristic Ridable AI Assistants
Jungmin Park and Chaewon Lee Design the Movr Robot
Upgraded Service Robot Designs
KEENON Robotics Debuts the XMAN-R1 Humanoid Assistant and More
AI-Generated Pet Teasers
Iams' I Want a Puppy/Kitten Studios Helps People Pitch an Idea
AI Emotional Support Robots
Romi Lacatan Has Natural, Complex Conversations Without Turn-Taking
Cutting-Edge AI Humanoid Robots
Old World Labs Unveiled its 'Agents as a Service' Technology
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Ex-Partner Erasing Image Tools
OkCupid and Photoroom Launch Tool to Digitally Erase Exes
Deep Focus Desktop Displays
The Conceptual 'SINK' Tabletop Stopwatch is Smartphone-Powered
Virtual Flavor Simulators
Researchers Developed a Device to Stimulate Taste in Virtual Worlds
AI-Powered Dating Coaches
Master Attraction Has Introduced the Revolutionary Dan Bacon AI
Robotic Wedding Cakes
RoboCake Shared Advancements in Robotic Food Research at Expo 2025 Osaka
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Virtual Idol Livestreams
AI-DOL is Developing Autonomous AI Agents for 24/7 Livestreaming
Robotic Smell Integrations
Ainos and ugo Pioneer a Groundbreaking AI Nose System in Japan
AI-Fueled Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is Packed with Various Assistive Tech Tools
Virtual Pet Gaming Devices
Tamagotchi Unveils Three New Devices with Unique Finishes
Bionic Panda Cubs
AnAn Provides Psychological Support & Robot-Assisted Therapy with an "AI Brain"
Senior Living Innovation Hubs
The AGE-WELL Innovation Studio Highlights Age-in-Place Solutions
Window Covering Projector Systems
The Conceptual 'Village' Projector Offers Digital Companionship
Emotional AI-Powered Robot Pets
The 'Ropet' AI Robot Pet Features ChatGPT Integration
Cartoon-Inspired AI Robots
The Rick and Morty 'Butter Bot' Has Been Adapted with New Technologies
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Interactive Customizable AI Robots
Jizai Introduces the Mi-Mi Robot During CES This Year
Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
Dating.com Introduced Customizable Virtual Spaces for Singles
Virtual Reality Bendable Controllers
Minkyu Oh Designs the Cogito Concept with AR Technology
Automated Meal Cooking Appliances
The Posha Kitchen Robot Creates Fresh Meals Automatically
AI-Powered Robotic Vacuums
Dohyuk Joo Designs the Keepy Home Robotic Vacuum Cleaner
Hybrid Dating Apps
'When We First' Combines Elements of Online Dating with Offline Matchmaking
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Touch Message Wearables
The Bond Touch 4 Helps People Stay Connected with Haptic Technology
AI Companionship Necklaces
Friend Listens, Responds and Shares Life Experiences with Wearers
Emotive AI Systems
The Three-Piece PiA Suite Reimagines Interactions with Smart Systems
Smart Heart-Shaped Pendants
The Bond Heart Necklace Stores and Uploads Heartbeats
AI-Powered Pleasure Toys
The Wuji 'Kissi' Learns from the User and Offers Guidance
Anthropomorphic Store Campaigns
IKEA's Short Social Films Promote Its Click-and-Collect Service
Emotive Smartphone Camera Covers
Yifan Hu Designs the Emoji-Inspired Smartphone Accessories
Phygital Fairy Toys
The HOLOBRITE Pixie Lantern Mixes Physical and Digital Play
Furry AI-Powered Pet Robots
Casio Introduces the Moflin, an Adorable Emotional Support System
Immersive Anime Events
The 'ANIME TOKYO NIGHT' Projection will Bring Anime Series to Life
Mind-Skin Connection Kits
Selfmade's Securely Attached Kit Includes a Relationship Psychology Book
Imperfect Photography Celebrations
The Nonna's Cam Adds Artificial Fingers to Block Shots
Human-Sized Interactive AI Robots
The Menteebot Interacts with Commands Using Natural Language
Love-Centric Simulation Expansions
Sim's New Lovestruck Expansion Broadens New Features
Breakup Navigating AI Tools
Relationship 2.0 Builds a Strategy For Getting Over One's Ex
AI Relationship Coaches
DeepAI's Relationship Coach Helps Users Maintain Healthy Romantic Lives
Modern Mobile Fridge Concepts
Junho Han Designs the Amity Relationship Mobile Fridge Concept
Digital Avatar LED Masks
The Qudi Mask 2 Replaces the Human Face with a Pixelated Avatar
Second-Screen Movie Experiences
Meta's Movie Mate Technology Engages Film Viewers
Smart Wearable Companions
'Friend' is A Wearable Device for Combatting Loneliness
Anniversary Virtual Pet Toys
Tamagotchi Connection is Back for the Toy's 20th Anniversary
Creepy Severed Hand Toys
The Wednesday Thing Toy From Jada Toys Really Moves
AI Baby Generators
This Tool Gives People a Glimpse at Their Potential Future Child
Generative AI Interpreter Campaigns
Samsung's 'The Next Big Thing Is You' Highlights Translation
AI Dating Adventures
Flipped Chat Offers Lifelike Virtual Girlfriend & Boyfriend Experiences
AI Cartoon Generators
This Tool Lets You Turn Your Photos into Cartoon Selfie with AI
AI-Powered Lullaby Apps
The 'Baby Bond' App Uses AI to Read Lullabies to Kids as Family Members
AI Kids Companion
ToonTalk is an AI-Powered Cartoon Friends for Fun, Learning, and Connection
Evolving Robot Dog Companions
The Petoi Bittle x is an Interactive Small Robot Pet
AI Persona Romance Films
Kristen Stewart and Steven Yuen Star in the Love Me Movie
Character Bot Finders
Discover Popular Character.AI Bots From TV Shows, Games, And More
AI-Powered Teddy Bear Concepts
Onurhan Demir Develops the TED-I Concept Using AI
AI Wedding Speech Generators
AI Wedding Generator Creates Heartfelt and Personal Speeches
Conversational Robot Baristas
Second Space's KUBI Dynamically Interacts with Customers
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
AI Health Companions
HealthMate AI Can Transform Your Body with Personalized Tech
Engaging Isolation-Combatting Pop-Ups
LEGO Group Debuts the Interactive Le Florist Flower Truck
AI Posthumous Digital Communication
ContinYou Sends Messages to Loved Ones After Their Passing
Sea-Inspired Mini Sculpture Capsules
LATOxLATO’s Hook Me Up Series Blends Art, Design & Eroticism
AI Emotional Interaction Technology
Fantasiatoy Unveils a Groundbreaking Product at AVN Expo
Book-Shaped Toolkits
The Hot Girl Toolkit by Mandy Supplies Women with Seven Must-Have Tools
Redefined AI Dating
Hey AI Disrupts Dating Apps with AI-Powered Matchmaking and Engagement
AI Conversation Assistants
'Clones' Offer AI Interactions Designed to Learn and Grow
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Advanced Intimacy Training Tools
The MYHIXEL III Helps Men with ED and More
Emotive AI Actors
CreatorKit Helps Businesses Create Video Ads with Hyper-Realistic AI People
Expressive AI-Fuelled Digital Avatars
Synthesia Introduces a New Gen of Expressive Avatars
AI Dating Coach Apps
'Rizzed' Uses Tech To Help Daters Forge Real-World Connections
Bizarre Dating Sim Games
Sassy Chap Games Introduces the Date Everything! Simulation Game
Immersive Video Communication
Experience Life-Sized, Real-Time Presence With tonari Portals
Chatting AI Clones
DollyAI Let's You Clone Yourself and Engage in Whatsapp Conversations
Romantic AI Portraits
True Love Portrait Generates a Personalized Love Portrait Based on a Quiz
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
Intelligent AI Companions
Humanion Creates Smart, Conscious Digital Companions for Any Topic
Interactive Toy Experiences
ToyPal Brings Soft Toys to Life with Personalized, AI-Powered Stories
Anti-Ghosting Dating Sites
After is a New Dating App Combating Ghosting Issues in Daters
AI Video Cloning
Create Realistic AI Video Clones in Any Language With AI Personas
Anime Robot Replica Statues
A 59-foot-tall Gundam is Seen in Tokyo Bay's Yokohama Gundam Base
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
AI Hug Videos
AI Hug Video Generator Creates Personalized Hug Videos from Photos.
Couples Engagement Apps
LovOn Strengthens Relationships With Daily Questions, Games, & Activities
AI Text Refinement
AI Humanizing Helps Turn AI-Generated Text into a Natural, Human-Like Style
Relationship Insight Tools
Reflect AI Helps You Identify And Understand Toxic Relationships
AI Accountability Companions
Tomo Cafe Gamifies Study and Work with a Friendly Anime Face
AI Dating Assistants
Intimal Supports Interpersonal Romantic Relationships with AI
AI Matchmakers
Couple.com's AI-Powered Matchmaker Analyzes Video Speed Dating Interactions
Digital Memorialization Tools
RememberMeAI Creates Interactive Avatars of Deceased Loved Ones
AI Relationship Managers
Better Friend AI is a Personal CRM for Improving Meaningful Connections
Smartphone-Fuelled Stopwatch Concepts
The SINK Concept is a Smartphone-Powered Device
Decor-Inspired Vacuums
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Romantic Message Tools
LazyWa Simplifies Sending Personalized WhatsApp Messages with Ease
AI Social Matchmaking
Amewz.me Matches You With Like-Minded People for Live AI Chats
Fictional AI-Powered Condoms
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