Yes, I know chimps aren’t monkeys. But you know what? When you’re sitting at home wishing you had an animatroic chimp bust to play play connect four, I’ll be laughing. You know why? Because I’ll already have one. For just $149 to get my very own robot monkey (chimp).
"Now this is a real robot. So real, it’s unreal! The amazing "Alive" Chimpanzee is a life-size, lifelike product of the latest Hollywood "F/X" animatronics - state-of-the-art robotic technology dedicated to making machines that look, sound and act like real animals. This extraordinary creature is an extremely responsive, highly intelligent "primate" robot whose artificial intelligence, emotional range and keen sensors allow him to interact with humans and his environment in fantastic ways. Sharper Image’s worldwide exclusive "Alive" Chimpanzee is yours to give or get for under $150 - the first high-quality animatronics robot ever designed for home (or office!) entertainment. Life-size bust stands 11" high." - SkyMall
Animatronic Apes
“Alive” Chimp Robot Means No Monkey Business
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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