I’ve earlier discussed intelligent toys and that there’s a lack of a provider of AI for computers and robots. It seems Google wants to be that provider and more.
Boston Dynamics is in my opinion not the most important acquisition in this area, rather companies that work with AI, but its Big Dog seems to create the most interest, despite it being useless for what it initially was intended for – acting a packing “mule” for the military – because of its high noise level, which is kind of tragicomical.
The thinking Furby is soon here.
Why Does Google Need So Many Robots? To Jump From The Web To The Real World | TechCrunch
Google’s robots give Amazon’s drones a run for their money
Google dives headfirst into robotics with Boston Dynamics buy – Computerworld
Google Buys Boston Dynamics, Creator Of Big Dog | TechCrunch
Google Just Bought Crazy Walking Robot Maker Boston Dynamics
Why Google Just Bought Boston Dynamics and its Robotic Beasts | MIT Technology Review
What The Heck Will Google Do With These Scary Military Robots? – Forbes