#aibo 2017

Sony Corporation has announced the evolution of its autonomous entertainment robot for the family, aibo. aibo, as you can see in the photo, is a robotic dog which now features a more adorable appearance compared to its predecessor 5 years ago. Designed for home use, Sony says aibo "can form an emotional bond with members of the household while providing them with love, affection, and the joy of nurturing and raising a companion." In addition, it can develop its own unique personality through everyday interactions as it grows closer and closer to its owners. As mentioned earlier, aibo's behavior slowly changes and adapts in response to its unique environment through Sony's AI technology. Meaning, aibo's AI learns from interactions with its owners and develops a unique personality over time. That said, it's wise to treat aibo nicely. As for the price, the unit doesn't come cheap at 198,000 Yen (~Php90K) and requires an aibo Basic Plan subscription of 2,980 Yen/mo (~Php1.4K/mo) to be able to use its online features. Last week, General Motors hosted a regional launch of the 2017 Chevrolet Trailblazer and the Chevrolet Colorado in Mactan, Cebu. Read more in our articles including "Sony outs aibo entertainment robot" and "Test Drive: Chevrolet Colorado 2017".