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An Alexa-Integrated HAL-9000 is Now a Terrifying Reality

— March 13, 2018 — Tech
The HAL-9000, from Stanley Kubrick's opus '2001: A Space Odyssey,' has finally become a reality thanks to the work of Master Replicas Group. This recreation of the iconic AI is incredibly faithful to the film original and was created using the official consumer product licensing from Warner Bros. Aside from being a collector's piece, the recreated HAL-9000 features full Alexa functionality in an amazing and terrifying way.

The entire system is powered by a Fire HD tablet, found in the replicas base, and utilizes Amazon's voice assistant to some extent. Currently, the device can only respond to wake-up calls with lines from 2001: A Space Odyssey, but Master Replica's Group is hoping to introduce HAL's voice to answer inquiries. No price for the HAL-9000 has been given, but Master Replicas will be taking pre-orders in April 2018 and will be launching a Kickstarter campaign.
Trend Themes
1. Alexa-integrated Movie Props - The integration of Alexa functionality with movie props presents opportunities for enhanced interactivity and personalization, particularly in the collectibles market.
2. Consumer Product Licensing Innovations - Licenses for popular film franchises can be leveraged to create innovative products with technological features, such as the HAL-9000 with Alexa integration.
3. Voice-powered AI Collectibles - Voice-activated, AI-powered collectibles offer a new level of engagement and immersion for fans, providing new avenues for niche markets.
Industry Implications
1. Movie Collectibles - Manufacturers of movie collectibles can use innovative technology like Alexa integration to provide more value to collectors and fans.
2. Artificial Intelligence - The use of AI in the development of collectibles like the HAL-9000 can create opportunities for companies to expand into new markets.
3. Consumer Electronics - The integration of an AI-powered, voice-activated device like the HAL-9000 into consumer electronic devices presents a new avenue for technological innovation in the industry.
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