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# Interactive Robotic Dog Toys
Contixo's R2 Puppy Smart Boasts Many Features & a Clean Design

By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-02-11 | Life-Stages
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puppy-smart
References: [contixo](https://www.contixo.com/puppy-smart)

The R2 Puppy Smart is a [robotic dog toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jennie) by Contixo, which can perform many tricks and even [exhibit emotion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-robot-pet). The R2 Puppy Smart is highly interactive and is bound to keep kids preoccupied and engaged. One can even put the robotic dog to sleep through [touch and motion sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/owlbear).

The R2 Puppy Smart can be controlled through a downloadable app, where users can customize commands and navigate the pup. Through its integrated voice recognition software, the toy can respond to basic commands such as 'roll over,' 'sit' and 'lay down.' Moreover, individuals can connect their phone to the R2 Puppy Smart via Bluetooth and play music. In response, the robotic dog will sing and dance based on the rhythm of the tune.

Image Credit: Contixo

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.7/10
- Popularity: 38% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 9%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Alpha
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth)

## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Interactive Robotic Toys:** Opportunity for developing advanced interactive features in robotic toys.
- **Customizable App Controls:** Opportunity to create downloadable apps that allow users to customize the commands and interactions of robotic toys.
- **Integrated Voice Recognition:** Opportunity for implementing voice recognition technology in robotic toys to enhance user experience.

### Where This Applies

- **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity for toy manufacturers to incorporate advanced technology in their products.
- **App Development:** Opportunity for app developers to create customizable apps for controlling and interacting with robotic toys.
- **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to explore innovative features in robotic toys.

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