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The Daily Slash: June 22nd 2010

, Jun 22nd 2010 Discuss [0]

Did it feel like Wednesday to anyone else? We had to check our calendar's a few times today, just to make sure it really was Tuesday. You'll have to forgive us -- we don't get out much, as you can probably imagine. In any event, welcome to tonight's edition of The Daily Slash, Tuesday-style. Tonight, in the Best of R3 Media, we've got some more Cease and Desist letters being handed out, Apple's sold a ton of iPads, and the iPhone 4's showing up at Walmart. As for the Dredge 'Net, the iPhone 4's getting torn down (legally), there's rumors about iOS showing up on other things, and we've got a German robot. Read The Full Story

Hitachi EMIEW 2 Gets Upgraded Voice Recognition and Driving Performance [Video]

, Jun 21st 2010 Discuss [1]

We love when robots of yester-year get upgraded to today's standards. Especially when you think about the competition out there, upgrades are the only way to go. When it comes to the Hitachi EMIEW 2, it's been quite awhile since we've heard anything about the little guy. Thankfully, Hitachi didn't forget about it, and they've managed to plug the red 'bot with some much-needed upgrades, bringing the object of the future into the 21st century. Read The Full Story

The Daily Slash: June 18th 2010

, Jun 18th 2010 Discuss [0]

Well, here we are. At the end of the week, looking ahead to the weekend. Two days of good, old-fashioned relaxation. Unless you have to work. Then, well, ignore all of that. Either way though, welcome to tonight's edition of The Daily Slash. While we're not going to officially give it a nickname, but you could call tonight's Slash the Robot Night. In the Best of R3 Media, we've got an eReader app launching on Android, some miserable numbers for the Kin, and some good news for Motorola (maybe). And then, in the Dredge 'Net, we've got the Hyperion 4-legged robot, a super-device, and mini dancing robots. Read The Full Story

TOPIO Dio: The Skillful Waiter & Bartender

, Jun 18th 2010 Discuss [0]

We think we've found the key to making robots not frightening. Sunglasses. We have no idea how other creators out there didn't think of this before, but we're glad to see it's finally here. The TOPIO Dio, coming out of Vietnam, is Tosy's first robot venture, and we have to say that we're glad they're making the Dio. It looks awesome. Read The Full Story

M3-Noby and M3-Kindy Bring Child Robots to a Whole New Level [Video]

, Jun 11th 2010 Discuss [0]

While grown up robots that teach a language may be practical and awesome, it's when you start dealing with little baby robots, or even small children robots, that things get sketchy. Especially if you start making them look, and act, like real children. But, it's all part of the process of learning, so we'll just have to grin and bear it. Robots are awesome, but we've got to draw the line here. Japan's M3-Noby and M3-Kindy are here, so cover your (real) children's eyes. Read The Full Story

RoboErectus Jr Plays Soccer, Won’t Make it to the World Cup [Video]

, Jun 10th 2010 Discuss [0]

Considering the World Cup is set to start off in less than a day, it's pretty remarkable we're of the mind to still write. Yes, we love soccer, but it has to take a close second to our first love: technology. And robots, of course. So, the fact we get a robot that's playing soccer, well, that just makes our day. So hopefully it will bring a smile to your face, too. Meet RoboErectus Jr.. He may not be the next Cristiano Ronaldo, but he's definitely got some skills hidden away in that mechanical frame. Check the video out after the break. Read The Full Story

iRobiQ karaoke companion robot arrives in North America [Video]

, May 24th 2010 Discuss [1]

If you're desperate for a robot companion and can't wait for the open-source Qbo to be detailed to the point where you can build one yourself, muster together $4,600 and you can have an off-the-shelf iRobiQ.  RobotShop are now selling the previously Japan-only Yujin Robot 'bot in North America; as well as voice recognition, the iRobiQ hooks up to your wireless network and can use its 1.3-megapixel camera to snap and email photos and video. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

NaviRobo crab points your sat-nav directions [Video]

, May 21st 2010 Discuss [0]

Wikitude Drive's augmented reality directions too complicated for you?  If you prefer a more straightforward guide to unfamiliar highways then Pioneer and iXs Research's NaviRobo might fit the bill.  A crab-shaped robot, he squats on your dashboard and points to the direction you should take next, using illuminated eyes to indicate how close the turn is. Video demo after the cut Read The Full Story

Qbo adorable open-source robot detailed

, May 20th 2010 Discuss [4]

Could it be love at first sight?  As soon as I saw his tubby little body and wide eyes, I knew I had to make him mine.  No, not my clandestine and short-lived love affair with Elton John, but the Qbo robot.  Having teased us with an open-source ethos and design schematics, project lead TheCorpora have followed up with some proper details about what this DIY 'bot should do. Read The Full Story

The Daily Slash: May 17th 2010

, May 17th 2010 Discuss [0]

Did anyone else notice it's Monday? We sure did. It just has an air about it, doesn't it? Well, we're happy that you chose to start your week out with us, and welcome to this latest edition of the Daily Slash. Tonight, in the Best of R3, we've got a CDMA HTC Hero showing up somewhere it doesn't belong, and Samsung wants to give you money for developing applications. And then in the Dredge 'Net, Blue Ant's got a new speakerphone for your Bluetooth pleasure, a new report shows cell phone shipments around the world are growing, and finally, a LEGO robot that can raise its own bridge. Read The Full Story

I-Fairy Robot leads Japanese wedding

, May 17th 2010 Discuss [0]

Most of the surprise over this Japanese wedding ceremony performed by a four foot tall robot called I-Fairy is centered on the unusual officiator; I'm more surprised that a bride allowed herself to be overshadowed on her "special day".  On a day where people have been maimed for wearing nicer shoes than the bride herself, Kokoro - the company who produce the robot - were brave to put the roughly $70k 'bot into such danger. Read The Full Story

Buy This 5-Foot-Tall Gundam for a Whopping $3400

, May 13th 2010 Discuss [0]

It's no secret here that we have a soft spot in our hearts for Gundam-related things. It's not so much about the anime itself, but mostly the fact it's about giant robots. And, everyone likes giant robots. (Even if they won't admit it.) And as much as we love giant robots, we'd suffice for one that's pretty much life-size, too. Now, we just need the money. Read The Full Story
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