Open Sourced Robot For Modding
Chris Skleryk — January 9, 2007 — Tech
References: irobot
Now here is a very interesting concept. I-Robot urges you to buy the Create so you can make it your own. Directed at the hack/moding communities. I-Robot is very specific on why you should purchase their product, because they want you, the consumer to come up with the most imaginative idea to mod this lil guy. Unlike other devices such as the Wii, where mods and hacks pop up everywhere on the net, which are cool but are not the main functionality of them. This device is meant specifically for the purpose of hacking. Available from $129, the Create comes prep'd with lots of room/ports to add on hardware. As well as already functioning devices such as it's 30 built in sensors that can be used to make the bionic hamster ball navigation system. Keep a steady eye out for creative mods for the Create on You-Tube and all over the net!
Trend Themes
1. Open-source Robotics - The trend of open-source robotics is disrupting the traditional closed-system approach of robotic manufacturers and creating opportunities for consumer-led innovation.
2. Modding Communities - Modding communities are disrupting the way products are used and creating opportunities for customization and personalization for consumers.
3. Hardware Expansion - The trend of hardware expansion is disrupting the limitations of devices and creating opportunities for consumers to add their own hardware and sensors to enhance functionality.
Industry Implications
1. Robotics - Robotics industry is being disrupted by the trend of open-source and the rise of demand for consumer-led innovation in robotics.
2. Consumer Electronics - Consumer electronics industry is being disrupted by the trend of modding communities and the rise of demand for customizability and personalization in products.
3. Hardware Manufacturing - Hardware manufacturing industry is being disrupted by the trend of hardware expansion and the rise of demand for devices that allow users to add their own hardware and sensors to enhance functionality.
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