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
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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
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Virtual Kissing
Mentos Kiss Cam
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The Virtual Lover
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RoboBoyfriend
The Perfect Partner for Girls From the MyPod Generation
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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
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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
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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
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Virtual Anime Boyfriends
Webkare Social Media
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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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Multi-Generational Anime Plushes
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AI-Powered Toy Attachments
The App-Paired ToyPal One Brings Soft Toys to Life for Screen-Free Fun
Cartoon-Transformed Algae Exhibits
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AI-Powered Dating Simulators
Koi Suru AI Converses with Users in a Customized Manner
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
AI-Powered Dating Advice Apps
The 'Pookie Tool' App Supports the Dating Needs of Gen Z
AI-Generated Real-World Transformations
AI-Artist Who Gives a Unique Design to Real Objects
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
Talkative AI Toys
Bubblepal is a World-First Interactive Talking Toy Based on AIGC Technology
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
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
Emergency Shelter Robot Companions
The 'POWER HUG' Robot Concept Offers Warmth and Comfort
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 Love Matches
Love Locket AI Compares Two Instagram Profiles for a Connection
Furry AI-Powered Companions
Moflin is Casio's New AI Solution for Companionship
Distorted Burger Campaigns
Burger King's A.I.LLOWEEN Features Unsettling People Eating Burgers
Expressive Smart Home Displays
The 'Smart Pad' Concept by Kai Xia Has a Comical Personality
Film-Inspired AI-Powered Robots
The Doly Robot is Inspired by Wall-E and Rests on the Tabletop
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
Socially Motivating Companion Robots
The Conceptual 'Mori' Companion Robot Supports Mental Health
AI Outfit Search Engines
'I Have Nothing to Wear' Uses AI to Spark Fashion Inspiration
AI-Fuelled QSR Animated Commercials
McDonald's Japan Rolls Out an AI Ad to Spotlight its Fries
AI-Enhanced Wearable Pins
The Humane AI Pin is a Wearable Assistant Without a Screen
Hug-Activated Marketing Machines
UNIQLO France and The Pull Launch the Hug to Unlock Ad
AI Video Dubbing
Video Dubbing Uses an AI Video Translator To Perfect Facial Expression
Fluidless Scent-Releasing Facemasks
Hong Kong Researchers Developed a Smart Mask Using Wax Pads
Undefined Relationship Candies
Sweethearts Created Situationships Conversation Hearts for Gen Z
Child-Friendly Service Robots
The Hyundai Next Generation Service Robot is Expressive
Ex-Partner Erasing Image Tools
OkCupid and Photoroom Launch Tool to Digitally Erase Exes
AI Replacement Probability Tests
Will AI Replace Me Predicts Job Automation Likelihood
Deep Focus Desktop Displays
The Conceptual 'SINK' Tabletop Stopwatch is Smartphone-Powered
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
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
AI-Interactive Smart Rings
The AI-Fueled Wizpr Smart Ring by VTouch has Proximity Sensors
Window Covering Projector Systems
The Conceptual 'Village' Projector Offers Digital Companionship
AI-Powered Plushies
Curio and Grimes are Collaborating on Artificial Intelligence Toys
Resurrected Used Smartphones
Think Tank Team Makes Artifacts with Project Afterlife
Engaging Musical Humanoid Toys
The 'musicBOT' Toy Robot Concept Plays Music in an Interactive Way
Humanoid Robot Comparators
BotsLikeYou Compares Humanoid Robots to Find the Best Fit for You
AI-Trained Golden Watch Designs
G-SHOCK Presents the Special G-D001 Timepiece Using AI
Healthy Habit Smartphone Accessories
The 'FIKA' Smartphone Enclosure Concept Helps with Relaxation
Grocery-Carrying Robot Assistants
Toyota Introduces a Punyo, an Adorable Robot Companion
Cartoon-Inspired AI Robots
The Rick and Morty 'Butter Bot' Has Been Adapted with New Technologies
Robotic Baby Car Puppets
The Iruyo Intelligent Puppet Keeps Babies Calm in the Car
AI-Powered Video Tools
Sora Creates High-Quality Videos from Text Prompts
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
Sensualized Dinner Dates
The K-Y Desire Darkroom Inspires Romance & Rediscovery
Self-Esteem Promoting Plushies
Bigfoot Kin Teaches Children How to Love Themselves
Service Robot Chair Concept
Yunsoo Choi Designs an Interactive Chair Robot Concept
AI-Powered Family Story Books
Life Story AI Will Help Users Preserve Their Family's Legacy
VR Cat Experiences
Catting Offers an Interactive Feline Friend in Virtual Reality
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
Immersive AI Wellness Avatar Experiences
Tomo is an AI Spiritual and Mental Guidance Experience
Furry AI-Powered Pet Robots
Casio Introduces the Moflin, an Adorable Emotional Support System
Mind-Skin Connection Kits
Selfmade's Securely Attached Kit Includes a Relationship Psychology Book
Smart Heart-Shaped Pendants
The Bond Heart Necklace Stores and Uploads Heartbeats
Communication-Based Immersive Exhibitions
Intuit Mailchimp and Design Museum Present Email is Dead
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
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Digital Avatar LED Masks
The Qudi Mask 2 Replaces the Human Face with a Pixelated Avatar
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
Generative AI Interpreter Campaigns
Samsung's 'The Next Big Thing Is You' Highlights Translation
AI Baby Generators
This Tool Gives People a Glimpse at Their Potential Future Child
Meeting-Enhanced 3D Holograms
The Holobox by HoloConnects Creates a 3D Scaled Visual
Text-to-Video AI Avatars
AI Studios Brings Content to Life
AI Cartoon Generators
This Tool Lets You Turn Your Photos into Cartoon Selfie with AI
Humanized AI-Generated Text
Humanizey is an AI Tool That Prioritizes a Human Touch
AI-Powered Lullaby Apps
The 'Baby Bond' App Uses AI to Read Lullabies to Kids as Family Members
Virtual Reality Bendable Controllers
Minkyu Oh Designs the Cogito Concept with AR Technology
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Text-Prompted AI Videos
Sora AI Creates Minute-Long Videos with a Text Prompt
AI Wedding Speech Generators
AI Wedding Generator Creates Heartfelt and Personal Speeches
NSFW AI Companions
Adult Star Riley Reid Introduces a New AI Platform for Explicit Content
AI Health Companions
HealthMate AI Can Transform Your Body with Personalized Tech
Interactive AR Experiences
The Sendit App Engaged Gen Alpha on Valentine's Day
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
Book-Shaped Toolkits
The Hot Girl Toolkit by Mandy Supplies Women with Seven Must-Have Tools
AI-Generated Feature Films
'Man With AI Movie Camera' Will Be Generated on a Long, Single Prompt
Human-Like AI Agents
D-ID Agents Can Answer Questions in Two Seconds with 90% Accuracy
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
The Bokay App Expands Its Services Across Canada
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Emotive AI Actors
CreatorKit Helps Businesses Create Video Ads with Hyper-Realistic AI People
Digital Haircare Activations
Amika's Roblox Debut Invites Players into the 'Amikaverse'
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
Human-Like AI Marketing Avatars
Studio Neiro Helps Scale Marketing With Engaging AI Videos
Empathy-Building Anxiety Simulators
This Tool Let's You Practice Talking to Someone with Anxiety
Bizarre Dating Sim Games
Sassy Chap Games Introduces the Date Everything! Simulation Game
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
Virtual AI Offices
MetaWork Lets Employees Collaborate Via Digital Avatars
Therapeutic Breakup Bots
Text Your Ex Helps People Cope and Process Their Breakups
Asian Retail Automation Technologies
Ikea South Korea is Using Automation for Online Ordering
AI Roleplay Chatboys
DreamPal Lets Users Chat With Intelligent Personality-driven bots
AI Wedding Vow Generator
This AI Tool Helps Relieve Some of the Pressure on the Big Day
AI-Powered Caregiver Apps
AiWatchfulCompanion Transforms the Caregiver Experience
AI Voice Replication Protections
'AntiFake' Uses AI to Prevent AI from Duplicating your Voice
AI Dating Aid Bots
WittyWingMan Helps Users Craft the Perfect Text Response
Anti-Ghosting Dating Sites
After is a New Dating App Combating Ghosting Issues in Daters
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
Relationship-Rating Couples Apps
The 'Kuziu' App Helps Couples Strengthen Their Bond
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
Evolving Robot Dog Companions
The Petoi Bittle x is an Interactive Small Robot Pet
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Simulated Heartbeat Necklaces
Bond Heart is a Haptic Charm That Shares the Feel of a Beating Heart
Relationship-Strengthening Dating Ideas
Perfect Dates is an App Inspiring Stronger Bonds
Interest-Based Matchmaker Apps
Wana Matches People Based on Shared Interests
AI Accountability Companions
Tomo Cafe Gamifies Study and Work with a Friendly Anime Face
Senior Care Robots
An Autonomous Robot Called Aiden Enhances Senior Care in Singapore
AI Dating Assistants
Intimal Supports Interpersonal Romantic Relationships with AI
AI Matchmakers
Couple.com's AI-Powered Matchmaker Analyzes Video Speed Dating Interactions
AI-Generated Guessing Games
'Human or AI?' Tasks Players with Spotting the AI-Generated Image
Love Lock-Inspired Coffee Tables
Adrián M. Almonacid Designs the 4E Coffee Table
Holographic Video Game Characters
Proto Uses ProtoHologram to Create a Digital Mario
AI Relationship Managers
Better Friend AI is a Personal CRM for Improving Meaningful Connections
Milestone-Marking Relationship Maps
Lovecation Moments is the Perfect Valentine's Day Gift
Smartphone-Fuelled Stopwatch Concepts
The SINK Concept is a Smartphone-Powered Device
AI Dating Assistants
Flamer is a Witty AI Tool Helping People Enjoy Their Dating Lives
AI Social Media Enhancement
Attract AI Elevates Charm on Social Media with a Few Taps
Musical Relationship Compatibility Testers
Lovebird Takes a Funky Approach to Relationship Testing
AI Love Letters
LoveLeetr Uses AI to Produce Sentimental Messages