In 1961, the First Robot Arm Punched In
When they met at a cocktail party in 1956, George Devol and Joseph Engelberger instantly bonded over their love of science fiction, happily chatting about Isaac Asimov and his theories on robotics. Then the conversation turned more serious. Two yea.....»»
DIY IBM Selectric type balls give ’60s typewriters new life (and Comic Sans)
A Selectric is nothing without its golf ball, but finding one is a costly pain. Enlarge / A type ball from a 1961 IBM Selectric typewriter. (credit: Getty) There are some feelings you just can't re-create. And to IBM S.....»»
This Roomba self-emptying robot vacuum is $250 off at Amazon
The iRobot Roomba i4+ EVO robot vacuum saves you all the effort of cleaning your home annually. It's at a huge discount at Amazon today......»»
This Roomba self-emptying robot vacuum is $250 off at Amazon today
The iRobot Roomba i4+ EVO robot vacuum saves you all the effort of cleaning your home annually. It's at a huge discount at Amazon today......»»
Deals: 2023 MacBook Pro $1,849, iMac 24-inch $1,099, iPhone & Apple Watch from $180, more
Today's top deals include a 50" Class 4K Roku Smart TV for $198, a Shark ION robot vac for $139, 80% off a Wage Pro gaming headset, 35% off a 55" Amazon Smart Fire TV, and $40 off Logitech MX Keys Mini.Save on an Apple Watch Series 8The AppleInsider.....»»
DreameBot L10s Ultra review: Too-noisy automated cleaning
The DreameBot L10s Ultra doesn't do much to stand out from other robot vacuum and mop combos, but the lower price might be a worthwhile trade for its noisy performance.DreameBot L10s UltraRobotic cleaning products are becoming more commonplace, and t.....»»
Boston Dynamics’ Spot robot to paint for an art exhibition
Three of Boston Dynamics' clever Spot robots are about to wield paint brushes to create a work of art for an exhibition in Melbourne, Australia......»»
Best robot vacuum deals: robovac for just $96
Cheap robot vacuums can keep your house clean when the kids are home and adults are working from home......»»
Is a robot lawn mower worth it in 2023?
A robotic lawn mower will trim your property to perfection in as little as a few hours, but with price points hovering around $1,000 or more, are they worth it?.....»»
DEAL: This crazy deal brings Lefant’s robot vacuum cleaner down to just $88!
Are you in the market for a robot vacuum but always thought it was too expensive? Then this crazy deal for Lefant’s robot vacuum is one you don’t want to miss out on. Robot vacuum cleaners are insanely useful gadgets to have around th.....»»
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Today's top deals include an EyeVac home touchless stationary vacuum for $90, an LG 50" Class 4K webOS Smart TV for $318, 65% off a Seagate Expansion 16TB external hard drive, and 74% off a 2-pack of mophie car chargers.Get an Self Emptying Robot Va.....»»
The Return of RoboGames
Organizer David Calkins and combat robot legend Ray Billings talk about RoboGames. After a four-year hiatus, RoboGames returns on April 6th through the 9th to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, California. RoboGames is the world’s l.....»»
The Return of Robogames
Organizer David Caulkins and Combat Robot Legend Ray Billings Talk about Robogames. After a four-year hiatus, Robogames returns on April 6th through the 9th to the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton CA. Robogames is the world’s largest r.....»»
Do AI Rabbits Dream of Holographic Carrots?
Last week I met a holographic lifeform who calls himself Uncle Rabbit. I now have a new friend, created by Looking Glass, the hologram company out of Brooklyn (we’re investors, and I’m on the board). A hologram + ChatGPT. A robot, but made of sof.....»»
Will a robot take my job? Researcher says this view is overly pessimistic
With the impact of industrial robots on the U.S. labor markets in the past two decades, and an ever-increasing presence of machine-driven technology (such as artificial intelligence and ChatGPT), many employees have feared that one day robots will ta.....»»
Best Buy is having a 1 day sale on this Shark robot vacuum — now $180
The Shark Ion Robot Vacuum is a great way to cut down on your need to manually clean. It's on sale now at Best Buy with an excellent discount......»»
Preschoolers prefer to learn from a competent robot than an incompetent human, study shows
Who do children prefer to learn from? Previous research has shown that even infants can identify the best informant. But would preschoolers prefer learning from a competent robot over an incompetent human?.....»»
Hybrid micro-robot able to navigate in physiological environment, capture targeted damaged cells
Researchers at Tel Aviv University have developed a hybrid micro-robot, the size of a single biological cell (about 10 microns across), that can be controlled and navigated using two different mechanisms—electric and magnetic. The micro-robot is ab.....»»
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Don’t Drop Your Bot! A Fresh Take On A Classic Game
Here’s a classic skill-and-action game updated for you to make and play. You and your opponent each start your robot at the top of the playfield. Use the skewers to hang your bot in place. Ready, set, go! Race to remove and replace the skewers on.....»»
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