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Cyberdog 2's specs are genuinely p impressive: 19 sensors, proprietary micro-actuators, dynamic stability, and it's just 8.9kg! Pretty crazy they were able to f
by canvascritic 3y ago
Cyberdog 2's specs are genuinely p impressive: 19 sensors, proprietary micro-actuators, dynamic stability, and it's just 8.9kg! Pretty crazy they were able to fit all that in such a small form factor. Xiaomi's investment in this is evident.
I'm a bit puzzled by their choice of modeling it after a Doberman. I would've thought a more universally appealing breed or a unique design might resonate better, unless there's some cultural nuance I'm not aware of?
The open-source nature is commendable, but there's a definite concern for potential misuse/surveillance applications. Esp given the current tech landscape. Yet, it's a bit rich to single out Xiaomi, considering Alexa, Ring, and Roomba devices. Makes me wonder about my ThermaPen
- mkoryak 3y ago19 sensors is more than a real dog!
- yjftsjthsd-h 3y agoDepends how we count; how many nerve endings per square inch of skin?
- agumonkey 3y agoThat's true, doberman has an aggressive feels that's not what xiaomi conveyed usually. Maybe they want to trigger security / safety rather than family pet.
- poisonborz 3y agoBased on the form they couldn't really go with something else. Also conveys the primary "real world use" here, security/perimeter surveillance.
- Takennickname 3y agoProbably going for a security angle. Bet we're gonna see it plug in to xiaomi's security camera platform.