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Adaptive AI Chessboards

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Square Off's 'Grand Kingdom Set' is Powered by Advanced Robotics

— December 4, 2020 — Art & Design
Square Off's 'Grand Kingdom Set' supplies consumers with everything they need to improve their strategy, whether they're playing on their own or against an opponent. As the beautifully handcrafted wooden boards are integrated with Bluetooth technology, users can connect with opponents anywhere around the world, and watch as their opponent's chess pieces move on their own. So far, Square Off boasts over 20,000 users in 70 different countries, ensuring players have endless competition.

The Grand Kingdom Set includes an improved battery that can last through 30 games on just one charge, has the ability to automatically reset after a game is complete, and even allows players to live stream their games. The live stream feature also enables players to view vintage games so that they can learn from others as they master their skills. The board is designed to be connected to the Square Off app, which allows players to choose between 20 difficulty levels and track their progress. This also lets users set up an AI opponent, which will strategically respond to them with automated movements. As Square Off works in collaboration with Chess.com, users even the ability to play with the community of over 30 million users who are active on the platform.

Balancing a classic design with new technology, the Grand Kingdom Set is suitable for players of all ages and skill levels.

Image Credit: Square Off
Trend Themes
1. Adaptive AI Chessboards - The Grand Kingdom Set by Square Off integrates advanced robotics and AI to enable users to play chess against automated opponents and connect with players worldwide.
2. Bluetooth-enabled Chessboards - The integration of Bluetooth technology in chessboards like Square Off's Grand Kingdom Set allows users to connect with opponents globally and watch their moves in real-time.
3. Live Streaming Chess Games - Square Off's Grand Kingdom Set incorporates a live stream feature, enabling players to broadcast their chess games and learn from others by viewing vintage games.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Technology - The integration of advanced robotics and AI in chessboards presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the gaming technology industry, creating immersive and interactive gaming experiences.
2. Connected Devices - The use of Bluetooth technology in chessboards opens up possibilities for connected devices, allowing players to compete against opponents from around the world using their own physical chess pieces.
3. Online Gaming Communities - Collaboration between Square Off and Chess.com offers opportunities for disruptive innovation within online gaming communities by connecting millions of active users and providing a platform for global chess tournaments.
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