# Open-Source Robotic Dogs The Xiaomi CyberDog Features a Capable Construction and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-08-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-cyberdog References: [slashgear](https://www.slashgear.com/xiaomi-cyberdog-is-an-unexpectedly-affordable-open-source-robot-puppy-10686041/) & [mi](https://www.mi.com/global/) The [Xiaomi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-cyberdog-2) CyberDog is a robotic dog developed by the brand to offer businesses or consumers alike with an accessible option when it comes to advanced robotics. The robot features an open-source software to encourage developers to share their work across the community to further along the capabilities of the unit. The robot features an [NVIDIA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nvidia-jetson-agx-orin) [Jetson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/verdie) Xavier NX chipset that is outfitted with 384 CUDA cores along with 48 Tensor Cores as well as twin deep learning acceleration engines. The Xiaomi CyberDog is set to be competitively priced at RMB 9,999, which converts to less than $1,600 and thus positions it as a much more accessible option when compared to other existing robotic dogs on the market. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Open-source Robotics:** Developing open-source robotic platforms and programming is an opportunity for businesses to collaborate and create greater innovation in robotics. - **Affordable Robotics:** Offering affordable, high-performance robotics to businesses and consumers alike opens up the opportunity to incorporate robotics into more industries and applications. - **Deep Learning Robotics:** Building robotic systems with deep learning capabilities and NVIDIA chips creates opportunities for automation in various industries, particularly those requiring advanced analytics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Robotics Industry:** Developing open-source, affordable robotics with NVIDIA chips opens up new opportunities for businesses in the robotics industry, including creating robots for industrial use and transportation. - **Medical Industry:** Using deep learning robotics and AI, there are opportunities to develop robots for the medical industry that can perform surgeries, assist in rehabilitation or provide care for patients. - **Transportation Industry:** Robotic dogs and other autonomous machines could be used in the transportation industry to help move goods and materials, increasing efficiency and productivity while reducing labor costs and accidents. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Robotic Dog Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-cyberdog-2.md) - [Bio-Inspired Guard Dog Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberdog-2.md) - [DIY AI-Fueled Robot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sirius.md) - [Voice-Controlled Robot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voicecontrolled-robot-dog.md) - [Diminutive Quadruped Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadruped-robot.md) - [Futuristic Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyberone.md) - [AI-Powered Robot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-sesame-aibo.md) - [Customizable Robot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-e.md) - [Interactive Companionship Robotic Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecovacs-lilmilo.md)