Playing against a computer can be very challenging, but the Ozobot Smart Bot allows people to test their skills against a robot. Although the distinction between the two might be blurred, this device shows how different the two can really be. For instance, it can be used for both physical and digital gaming. The former is possible since the Ozobot Smart Bot is able to interact with games by reading lines, colors, and lights and then acting appropriately.
A small, 1-inch-tall machine, the Ozobot Smart Bot is compatible with both iOS and Android systems, not to mention physical game boards. Exhibited at the 2014 CES, it is expected to launch later this year with four games.
Multi-Surface Robotic Game Pieces
The Ozobot Smart Bot Makes Its Debut at CES 2014
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