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Casio made a furry robot designed to cuddle and calm you down

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Unlike Sony’s robot dog Aibo that can follow you around, Moflin is designed to be held and cuddled, and over time Casio says it will learn who you are, and attempt to develop a simulated bond expressed through unique sounds and movements. Casio is also offering an optional subscription service called Club Moflin for ￥6,600 (about $44) per year, which gets you a discount on repairs, cleanings, and even a complete fur replacement. While being held, Moflin’s limited head and body movements are supposed to make it feel like the furry robot is attempting to snuggle with you, and as with many devices debuting this year, there’s some AI-powered features, too.

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