May 12, 2009 -
I can't think of much not to love about the Roomba, but there's always room for competition in a market with one really great product.
So, welcome the Panasonic Fukitorimushi (Japanese for "wipe-up bug"), introduced recently at the Tokyo Fiber Senseware exhibition in Milan.
The Fukitorimushi (um, can we please just abbreviate it to "Fuki"?
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May 11, 2009 -
In the 1986 movie Short Circuit, what is the name of the main robot (i.e., what he calls himself)?
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Apr 15, 2009 -
You're a crafty bunch, so I know you're going to love this. On a recent trip to SF's Japantown, I stopped in to one of the many bookstores and found this awesome amigurumi craft book that includes two of my favorite things: robots and DIY. Called Crobots, this gem contains 20 patterns to make your own crocheted robots to post on your desk, and show off at work.
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Apr 11, 2009 -
Last year's futuristic flick Wall-E has inspired a whole generation of robot-loving tots. If your child covets electro-mechanical life forms spruce up his living space with a little computer love.
These smart iRobot iHelp wall mounts ($22-$55) hold up jackets and bags with their iron grip hook hands and are hip enough they won't make design conscious parents wince.
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Apr 01, 2009 -
I'm used to seeing cute little robot accessories, and there's even some that are nice enough to wear in public — which this Robo Necklace by Catherine Michiels definitely is. In fact, it's so nice, it's made of 14 karat gold, rubies, and diamonds, which conspire to make the $815 price tag.
I think it's rad that something so geeky is getting the gold treatment, but if you're dropping that kind of coin, would you want something a little more .
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Mar 25, 2009 -
OK, he doesn't really say "bless you," but the Robot Tissue Box Holder ($25) does kindly dispense your tissues.
His role distributing paper goods seems mildly familiar though, doesn't it?. .
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Mar 23, 2009 -
I don't know what I like more, robots or dancing. So imagine my delight when I don't have to choose.
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Feb 27, 2009 -
The robot army is winning! I already showed you a few ways robots have infiltrated home decor, and they're on their way to a total takeover with these Robot Hand Towels, $15 each.
Each soft towel is embroidered with an exuberant robot, but don't be fooled: They want to take over.
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Feb 10, 2009 -
I check in daily with Dvice, not only because of its gadget coverage, but also because of its sweet sci-fi influence. So just in case you aren't familiar (and if not, why?), let me introduce you to one of Dvice's endearingly geeky contributors — and one of this year's Geeks We Love — Kevin Hall. Recent Brooklyn transplant, this geek hottie has traveled the world, seen (almost) everything, and can still say that robots are his favorite thing .
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Feb 10, 2009 -
I've shown you how to feather your nest with robot decor for the home; now, get in your home with the help of a robot. New from Fred & Friends, these Robo Keys key toppers will take you to your leader (providing your leader's on the other side of a locked door).
These are brand spankin' new, so they're not available quite yet, but Perpetual Kid will have them later this month; you can sign up with them for an update on when they're in — and you should, since they're just $5.
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