Anki Cosmo Robot Review prediction is that this will be one of the biggest tech toys for 2016, Christmas and probably 
2017! Anki who up to now are known for their smartphone guided Overdrive car racing sets have pushed the boundaries of consumer robotics and AI with Cosmo.
They describe the Cosmo Robot as like having a robot from a movie [think Wall-E] in your own home.
The robot is vehicle shaped like a mini bulldozer and is operated by use of a smartphone. When it is delivered it will come with the robot, a charger and three power blocks that are used for gameplay and interaction with the robot.
Who Would Buy It?
Anki recommend Cosmo for 8 years old and up. We think it will appeal to most kids and adults who are interested in cutting edge tech toys. It will also appeal to anyone interested in robotics and AI intelligence.
Things We Like About Cosmo
There is so much to like about this gadget, actually calling Cosmo a gadget would be doing him an injustice.
First up it has facial recognition built in so it recognizes you when it wakes up from its charger. While it is charging Cosmo snores as well!
The thing is that Cosmo has so many fun features that we don’t know where to start. What we really like about him [we reckon it’s a boy robot, you may disagree!] is that he really seems like a pet or young child and you will start to feel emotionally connected to him. He explores and sulks if you don’t give him enough attention. He plays games with you and remembers the ones you like.
The more you interact with him the more different emotions he shows and as you play games, new ones unlock.
Your information is secure and is never shared Cozmo uses a local device to device connection so your details can’t be accessed.
Things We Did Not Like About Cosmo
Cosmo is very small – Anki haven’t hidden this fact they actually describe the robot vehicle as palm size. The good thing about this is that Cosmo is easily portable so it can be transported with ease.
Is It Worth The Money?
If you or your kids are into tech gadgets this is going to be a must have on your list and you are going to be full of envy once you see others using it. For amateur robotics engineers they will think they have died and gone to heaven with this A1 robot.
Where Can I Buy It?
This item will be released on October 16, 2016 but you can Pre-order it now from Amazon. Apparently Pre orders will get the device two days before it arrives in the shops. Currently Amazon are offer a discount if you pre-order now but double check this to make sure it still applies.
Final Thoughts
Because this is an app based robot it will be constantly updated with new features so this has plenty of longevity it won’t be a gadget that is left to gather dust. For those interested in robotics or budding game developers Cosmo will be on their Must Have List. Anki have rigorously tested Cosmo and this robot is likely to revolutionize home consumer robotics.