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Hugging Face launches $399 Microduck AI robot with unique voice

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Hugging Face's Pollen Robotics has introduced the Microduck, a small, open-source AI robot available for pre-order at $399. This 10-inch tall robot can perform various tasks like picking up objects, playing with a ball, and rollerskating. Each Microduck also features a unique, generated singing voice and can react to its environment or be controlled via a game controller. AI

IMPACT Introduces a new consumer-facing AI robot with open-source software, potentially fostering hobbyist development and experimentation.

RANK_REASON Product launch of a consumer-oriented AI robot from a known AI entity.

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Hugging Face launches $399 Microduck AI robot with unique voice

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  1. The Verge — AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Stevie Bonifield ·

    Hugging Face’s new robot is an adorable rollerskating duck

    Hugging Face's Pollen Robotics has launched its second cute AI robot, the Microduck, a one-eyed biped standing just under 10 inches tall. It's available to preorder now for $399 in cream, graphite, lavender, and sky blue, and Pollen Robotics says it plans to start shipping the li…

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