With technology making life easier, can a home robot be far behind? Smart homes are all about ease, convenience and comfort and this is where Jibo, the new digital handy robot comes in to picture.
Claimed to be the first social robot, Jibo redefines the way people interact with technology. Jibo is capable of experiencing the world around him can react with thoughtful movements and responses. Jibo is capable of telling the difference between up to 15 other family members or friends and will have his very own unique and engaging personality.
What is more, Jibo can answer questions ranging from the weather to the latest news and can even double up as a family photographer.
Augmented Reality Harry Potter Game
The developers of Pokemon Go have announced plans to recreate the magical world of Harry Potter in a new augmented reality game.
Fans will be able to cast spells and encounter fantastic beasts when Harry Potter: Wizards Unite hits app stores. The collaboration between Niantic Inc and Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment will use real locations like Pokemon Go, where players are able to catch animated characters in real-world surroundings.
In its announcement, Niantic said: “With Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, players that have been dreaming of becoming real-life wizards will finally get the chance to experience JK Rowling’s Wizarding World.”
IoT to Aid Dementia Sufferers
Dementia sufferers could benefit from the new ‘Internet of Things’ technology, say experts.
Currently underway, the project, involving a man with Alzheimer’s disease and his wife, is exploring how the ‘Internet of Things’ style technology can increase support for people with dementia. The technology analyses the physical data entries recorded by the couple each day and keeps track of certain things like blood pressure, hydration and temperature. The sensors and devices feedback information in real time so that monitoring staff can see whether someone has wandered too far from home, had a fall or is becoming unwell.
It can also identify whether someone is not following their usual patterns of behaviour.