If you find telepresence robots creepy, then you’re going to love the KUBI robotic tablet stand. The KUBI (Japanese for "neck") is designed to make video chatting on a tablet feel a bit more personal. The stand was designed by Revolve Robotics, a San Francisco-based company.
The KUBI robotic tablet stand works in one of two ways; callers can either use onscreen controls to rotate the stand, or they can use a "web based motion portal" that works with existing video chatting services such as Skype and Facetime. The stand connects to devices using Bluetooth 4.0, so it will function with all types of tablets. The makers of the KUBI robotic tablet stand are currently seeking $200,000 on Indiegogo. If successful, Resolve Robotics is planning on selling the KUBI for $200.
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Trend Themes
1. Telepresence Robots - The rise of minimalist telepresence devices like the KUBI robotic tablet stand indicates a growing trend towards more personalized video chatting experiences.
2. Enhanced User Experience - The use of onscreen controls and web-based motion portal in devices like the KUBI robotic tablet stand demonstrates the trend of enhancing user experience in video conferencing.
3. Bluetooth 4.0 Connectivity - The adoption of Bluetooth 4.0 technology in devices like the KUBI robotic tablet stand indicates a trend towards seamless wireless connectivity in telepresence devices.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The KUBI robotic tablet stand presents an opportunity for consumer electronics companies to create innovative telepresence devices that cater to personal video chatting experiences.
2. Telecommunication - The telecommunication industry can explore the use of web-based motion portals and onscreen controls to improve video calling experiences and develop disruptive telepresence solutions.
3. Crowdfunding - The rise of crowdfunding platforms like Indiegogo creates opportunities for entrepreneurs and innovative companies like Resolve Robotics to gather funding for the development of telepresence devices.