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Robot Relationships

Robots soon to replace humans as preferred company

Implications - Robotic technology has long been the mental playground of geeks, and advances at the end of the 20th century saw breakthroughs in AI and automated helpers. Now that the technology is making sci-fi reality, will humans soon choose obedient robots over emotional humans? These trends say yes.
Trend Themes
1. Human-robot Relationships - The increasing trend of building robotic companions that substitute humans in relationships creates an opportunity for the development of robotic emotional intelligence and personality customization.
2. AI-powered Robots - The integration of AI technology in robotic systems has opened the way for the development of robots that can perform human-like tasks with high accuracy in diverse industries such as healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, and more.
3. Personalized Robots - The growing demand for personalized products extends to robots as well, creating an opportunity for the development of customized robotic companions that can cater to the unique needs of each consumer, from fitness coaches to home companions.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - Innovative entertainment services and products can be developed by combining robots with various forms of media, such as music, film, and virtual reality, to create unique and immersive experiences for consumers.
2. Healthcare - Robotic systems can be employed in healthcare to automate repetitive tasks, assist patients, and provide support for healthcare professionals, resulting in improved efficiency and patient outcomes.
3. Manufacturing - Robots can be used in manufacturing to improve speed, accuracy, and safety, leading to higher productivity and cost savings.
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Pin-Up Girl Robots
Pin-Up Girl Robots
Hajime Sorayama's Chrome Paintings Look Like Sexy C3P0s
I only recently discovered artist Hajime Sorayama. His pictures fascinate me as they manage to be both fabulously modern and super retro at the same time with more than a sniff of the 70s about them. These… MORE
Sex Robots
Sex Robots
David Levy Says Artificial Intelligence Coming Soon (In Bed)
Sex robots seem like something straight out of sci-fi, but AI scientist David Levy says they could be coming soon to a bed near you. “Real Dolls” and, well, blow-up dolls have been around for a long time,… MORE
play_circle_filledFembot Romance
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Inventor Le Trung has introduced Aiko, the nearly perfect woman. She is in her twenties, has 32-23-33 measurements, shiny hair and stunning features. Here's the catch: Aiko is a robot. Trung is a Canadian… MORE
Robot Soldiers
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We all know by now that sci-fi has a way of becoming sci-fact. So here it is: The United Nations have enlisted Peace Robots to serve as an ad-hoc intervention squad on their behalf. The good news?  They’re… MORE
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Originally meant for a robot war movie, Michael Sullivan’s robots, which are made out of Barbie and G.I. Joe dolls, ended up doing robot porn. The Sex Life of Robots is an ongoing film project that features… MORE
Immortality Through Robots
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The 'Oboe' Robot Keeps Memories of Your Loved One Alive
Though none of us, to my knowledge, has the Highlander gift of immortality, the Japanese aim seems to be to take us as close as possible to acquiring it. Albeit in a creepy cybernetic way, 'Oboe' is designed… MORE
Bridal Robots
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The HRP-4C Unit Walked Down the Aisle on a Runway in Osaka, Japan
The HRP-4C robot made her first appearance on a runway at a fashion show in Osaka, Japan today. The female bridal robot was created by Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology… MORE
play_circle_filledHuman-Robot Relationships
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Robyn Falls in Love With a Robot in New Music Video
Robyn and Royksopp have released a new second music video for their collaboration’The Girl and the Robot.’ While the first music video looked to the past and used scenes from the iconic black and white… MORE
play_circle_filledPole-Dancing Robots
Pole-Dancing Robots
Fembots Grind at the Mutate London Exhibition
Move over human-fleshed pole dancers, you’ve got some competition in the form of female robot pole dancers.  The pole-dancing female robots are part of the “Mutate London” exhibition at the Behind the… MORE
play_circle_filledRobotic Bike Buddies
Robotic Bike Buddies
Never Ride Alone With Joules, the Tandem Bike Partner
Riding your bike alone can be relaxing, but it’s never as much fun as having a friend with you. This robotic bike buddy is named Joules. Joules is a very mechanically sound creation that allows you to… MORE
play_circle_filledRomancing Robots
Romancing Robots
Hysterics Video Shows Robot Boy in Love with Human Girl
There are a lot of robots in the world, but only a few with feelings. In the music video of the band “Hysterics” you can see a robot boy who falls in love with a human girl. The robot tries to figure… MORE

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