Check Out This Video Of The New A.I. Pets That Are Coming Soon
If you don’t want the hassle of owning a real pet, A. I. pets are on their way. For some people, they want a pet but don’t want everything that…
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If you don't want the hassle of owning a real pet, A. I. pets are on their way. For some people, they want a pet but don't want everything that comes with it. Of course, we are not just talking about the expense of owning a pet. There's food and care and the exorbitant vet bills, but there's also the sheer responsibility of being a pet owner, and for some the thought of having to someday lose it, is too much to bear.
That's why people will start to consider the possibility of buying an A.I. Pet to avoid all of the above.
The electronics brand Casio is releasing a new A.I. pet named "Moflin" that's kind of like a Tamagotchi from the '90s, but way creepier.
It looks like a guinea pig without legs. It's got eyes but no limbs for some reason. (???) And your child WILL want one, because they're pretty cute.
But unlike previous robot pets, it's not meant to be a toy. They're marketing it as a "mental health companion" that's meant to comfort you.
It's got built-in A.I. that helps it develop its own simulated "personality" depending on how you interact with it. And over time, it learns to recognize you, just like a real pet does.
They don't run, jump, or move around much. They just sort of squirm, but do look pretty lifelike when they do it. It's supposed to simulate a pet snuggling with you.
They originally debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show in Vegas in 2021, but now they're finally ready for primetime. They go on sale in Japan November 7th. It's not clear when they plan to sell them in the U.S.
They're available for pre-order right now in Japan for around $400. So they're not cheap, but you won't have to be rich to own one.
For an extra $44 a year, there's also a subscription service called "Club Moflin" that comes with discounts on repairs and cleanings . . . and even a full "fur replacement" when needed. (Try that, real pets!)
