Samsung announced its Ballie robot companion is back. Ballie has important new skills. This small, rolling robot uses artificial intelligence. It aims to be a helpful presence inside the home.
(Samsung’s Ballie Robot Returns with New Skills)
Ballie understands people better now. It responds to natural voice commands. It also reacts to gestures. The robot can recognize different individuals in a household. Ballie learns routines over time. It tries to anticipate what people need.
Home management is a key focus. Ballie connects to many smart home devices. It can control lights, thermostats, and TVs. The robot projects useful information onto walls or floors. This might show a calendar or the weather. Ballie can also start video calls automatically when someone enters a room.
Security features are improved. Ballie patrols the home when people are away. It sends mobile alerts about unusual activity. The robot records short video clips. It can find and follow specific people or pets. Users see what Ballie sees through their phone.
Health monitoring is another new area. Ballie can watch exercise routines. It gives feedback on form. The robot tracks simple health metrics during workouts. It reminds users about medication times. It also encourages movement after long sitting periods.
Entertainment gets attention too. Ballie plays music or videos on command. It projects movies onto surfaces. The robot suggests activities based on the time or mood. It interacts playfully with pets. Ballie moves around the house independently.
(Samsung’s Ballie Robot Returns with New Skills)
Samsung showed Ballie working with other new products. These include AI-powered appliances and displays. Ballie acts as a central control point. Samsung plans a limited release later this year. Exact pricing is not yet available. The company believes Ballie makes home life easier and more connected.
