Dasatech a robotics maker in Korea has unveiled a robotic pet dog that can understand human speech! It is the first smart dog of its kind that is commercially available in Korea. Though many robotic dogs were created in the past, this one is different as it is being offered for sale. The couple named as "Genibo" that refers to bull terriers has integrated speech recognition feature. This feature enables your tech pet to understand your speech, obey 100 words including the usual commands such as "sit", "wag your tail" and many more. If you think that this dog won't be expressive then you are wrong. Just as your doggy feels excited and happy when your caress it or throw a ball in its direction, this robotic pet won't upset you in this regards.
Update - Video of Genibo in action after the jump

If this wasn't enough, it can also find its way irrespective of the hurdles in its way. It has 17 motors, CPU as well as Bluetooth so that it can receive wireless commands from PC thru its plastic body. The Gunibo stands 30 cm tall is 33.4 cms long and weighs 1.5 kg.

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