Korean company LG is presenting a new, bipedal robot equipped with the latest AI technology at CES 2024. The robot is intended to serve as a manager and companion to an extended family. He is able to express and respond to emotions using language and movement.
A two-legged robot is supposed to have one Multi-modal-KI-Technology which allows it to integrate voice, images and natural language and understand context. This capability only works to a limited extent with other home devices like Google Nest Audio or Amazon Alexa.
Rolling smart home hub with facial recognition
if Mobile Smart-Home-Hub The robot seamlessly connects with various smart home and IoT devices. LG uses Qualcomm’s robotics RB5 platform, which includes on-device AI functions such as Facial and user recognition offer. The manufacturer also installs a camera, speakers and sensors to analyze real-time environmental data. These include temperature, humidity and air quality. LG’s AI agent evaluates data and learns continuously.
Protecting your own four walls
The robot can also be used for security or pet monitoring Notifies the user of abnormal activity. It autonomously patrols the home and sends a notification when windows are opened or lights are switched on. It is also interesting that AI agents can also be used for power saving. To do this, the robot connects to intelligent sockets and turns them off when the connected device is not in use.
Recognize emotions and memories
When the user returns home, the agent interprets language, faces and emotions. Based on this, the family assistant selects music that matches the current mood. The reminder function, which notifies the user about daily tasks, traffic details, weather and personal schedule, should also be helpful. Robot reminds you to take medicine.
Probably just an idea
As is often the case, products unveiled at CES never see the light of day. In 2020, Samsung already has a similar smart home assistant Samsung ball Presented, who was able to patrol the house, take care of pets and, for example, turn on the vacuum cleaner himself. We can at least be curious to see if LG AI Agent will actually hit the market in this form.
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