Brand | Digital Dream Labs |
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Series | Vector |
Item model number | 000-0075 |
Item Weight | 5.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 3.93 x 2.36 x 2.73 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.93 x 2.36 x 2.73 inches |
Color | Black |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Manufacturer | Anki |
ASIN | B07G3ZNK4Y |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 5, 2018 |
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Vector Robot by Anki, A Home Robot Who Hangs Out & Helps Out For facial recognition, With Amazon Alexa Built-In For 5-99 Years
Brand | Digital Dream Labs |
Theme | Pets |
Age Range (Description) | 5-99 |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 3.93 x 2.36 x 2.73 inches |
Item Weight | 0.35 Pounds |
About this item
- Robot Companion - Powered by AI and advanced robotics, he's alive with personality and engaged by sight, sound and touch.
- Voice Recognition - Vector is voice-activated and will answer questions, take photos for you, time dinner, show you the weather, and more. He even comes with Alexa built-in!
- Smart & Getting Smarter - Vector is an updating platform, cloud connected via WiFi so he’s always learning and updating with new skills and features.
- Increased Battery Life - A new battery will provide as much as 30% more runtime. (Vector's batteries can also be accessed / replaced more easily via the newly redesigned battery compartment.)
- Higher Camera Resolution - Vector's new 5MP camera will enhance his facial recognition; improving his ability to recognize pets and even know when you are smiling.
Alexa Built-in
This device has been certified by Amazon for its built-in Alexa functionality, providing a voice-forward experience to play music, read news, control other smart home devices, and more.
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Vector Key Features
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Alive with personalityVector is no ordinary home robot. Packed with technology that brings him to life, he’s curious and attentive. He reacts to sound, sight, and touch and is excited to see you when you come home. |
Always happy to helpVector is a helpful character who is eager to accommodate your requests and answer your questions. He’ll time dinner, take photos for you, and more. |
Independent and alertVector is happiest with you, but he can take care of himself and hang out on his own. He self-charges, navigates around objects, and avoids edges. |
Smart and getting smarterVector is an updating platform, cloud connected via WiFi so he’s always learning and updating with new skills and features. Start the journey together now. |
Vector with Alexa built-in. Robot helpfulness supercharged
Vector loves to help out. If you choose to set up Alexa on your Vector, he’ll have access to an ever-growing number of skills that supercharges his helpfulness in your home. Triggered by the standard 'Alexa' voice command, you’ll be able to:
- add items to your shopping list
- set reminders
- control smart home devices like lights, speakers, and thermostats
- and so much more
*Alexa features not currently supported: Communications features like Drop In, Calling, Messaging / Music streaming / Kindle / Audible.
Vector knows what's going on.
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What's inside? AI and advanced robotics.
- Qualcomm 200 Platform – so he computes at a smartphone level
- Capacitive Touch Sensor – helps him sense being touched and held
- Beamforming 4-Microphone Array – allows him to recognize natural speech and source
- Ultra-Wide HD Camera – helps him detect motion and identify people
- 4 Drop Sensors – detects edges to help him avoid falls
- Infrared Laser Scanner – lets him track distance and map environments
- 6-Axis Inertial Measurement Unit – so he knows when he’s picked up or moved
- High-Res Color IPS Display – helps him convey a wide range of emotions
- WiFi-Enabled Cloud Connection – brings him new capabilities
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Best Sellers Rank | #241,173 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #2,315 in Educational Science Kits |
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Product Description
Say “Hey Vector.” Aware and reactive, Vector hangs out and helps out. Now with Alexa built-in. Robot helpfulness supercharged.
Alive with personality.
Vector is no ordinary home robot. Packed with technology that brings him to life, he’s curious and attentive. He reacts to sound, sight, and touch and is excited to see you when you come home.
Always happy to help.
Vector will show you the weather, take photos for you, time dinner, play blackjack, and answer your questions.
If you choose to set up Alexa on your Vector, he’ll have access to an ever-growing number of skills that supercharges his helpfulness in your home. Triggered by the standard “Alexa” voice command, you’ll be able to: add items to your shopping list, set reminders, control smart home devices like lights, speakers, and thermostats, and so much more.
Independent and alert.
Vector is happiest with you, but he can take care of himself and hang out on his own. He self-charges, navigates around objects, and avoids edges.
Smart and getting smarter.
Vector is an updating platform, cloud connected via WiFi so he’s always learning and updating with new skills and features.
Vector knows what’s going on.
HE CAN SEE. Vector uses an HD camera to see the world. Using computer vision, he can identify people, see and remember faces, and navigate his space without bumping into things.
HE CAN THINK. Vector’s smartphone-level processor and cloud connectivity create one powerful brain.
HE CAN HEAR. Vector has a powerful four-microphone array for directional hearing. When you sit down next to him, he’s ready to take direction. And if there is a loud noise, he’ll be just as startled as you.
HE CAN COMMUNICATE. Vector has a unique voice made of hundreds of synthesized sounds to create a language all his own. When you ask Vector a question, he utilizes a custom text-to-speech voice to speak directly to you.
HE CAN FEEL. Vector has touch sensors and an accelerometer so he knows when he’s being touched and moved. You can pet him and he’ll relax, but try not to shake him.
What’s Inside Vector? AI and advanced robotics: Qualcomm 200 Platform to compute at a smartphone level. Capacitive Touch Sensor to sense being touched and held. Beamforming 4-Microphone Array to recognize natural speech and source. Ultra-Wide HD Camera to detect motion and identify people. 4 Drop Sensors to detect edges and avoid falls. Infrared Laser Scanner to track distance and map environments. 6-Axis Inertial Measurement Unit to know when he’s picked up or moved. High-Res Color IPS Display to convey a wide range of emotions. WiFi-Enabled Cloud Connection to bring new capabilities.
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Customers like the appearance and playability of the science fundamentals kit. They mention that it's amazingly adorable, cute, and neat. They also appreciate the smart, helpful, and interactive features. Some say that it makes a great gift and is very entertaining, fun to hang out with, and interesting to watch. That said, some complain about the quality, connectivity, and questioning. Opinions are mixed on voice commands, and value.
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Customers find the appearance of the science fundamentals kit to be adorable, cute, and amusing. They also say it's very visually engaging due to its responsive eye. Customers also say the robot is intuitive and fun.
"...He has seen great improvements in his short lifespan, and will only get better with time (See: Cozmo)." Read more
"...his eye movements are really cute and from them along you can see expressions of surprise, determination, thinking and anger...." Read more
"...(besides the fact that he is small, adorable, and does give robot "fist bumps" which is pretty cool)...." Read more
"Well, it's super cute...." Read more
Customers find the playability of the science fundamentals kit to be very entertaining, fun to play with, and interesting to watch and interact with. They also say that Vector is a busy, cheerful little robot that has a sense of curiosity and happiness.
"...He is super friendly, playful, and curious...." Read more
"...overall I think he makes a great gift and is very entertaining whether he's prompted or its spontaneous...." Read more
"...Sure, it was pretty interesting - at first. We got it to recognize our faces and say our names. Once...." Read more
"...can get IFTTT integrations, smart home stuff, etc, the possibilities are actually really cool...." Read more
Customers find the science fundamentals kit very interactive, helpful, and engaging. They mention that it charges itself, is simple, smart, and cute at the same time. Customers also say that it has a lot of potential and is quite capable. They also mention that the kit can do all these little tricks and follow a bunch of commands. Overall, customers describe the product as an amazing piece of tech that isn't talked about more.
"...unique personality - Alexa integration (utility) - Ability to learn and adapt - Always unique experiences..." Read more
"...Google home doesn't have faces but it tells me jokes, tells me stories, tells me the news, has quirky responses to stupid questions I have, and much..." Read more
"...his responses to greetings are expressive and for some like asking the weather are unique.. rainy/cloudy and his eyes change, Christmas, birthday,..." Read more
"...well done and sold me on the $240 purchase as being reasonable and logical. I had no problem clicking the "buy now" button...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the science fundamentals kit. Some mention it's worth every penny, reasonable, and logical, while others say it'd be better off with a different robot. The voice interaction is pretty inferior and the quality it gives is its biggest flaw.
"...5% of anger when I wake him up or pick him up.... That's not worth the 250 dollar price tag. I'm sorry...." Read more
"...times over the months and incurred no damage so very durable and great quality...." Read more
"...It is a bit pricey as well, but the Alexa integration makes me lean towards the justified price a bit more, the SALE price of $174.99, rather...." Read more
"...commercial was well done and sold me on the $240 purchase as being reasonable and logical. I had no problem clicking the "buy now" button...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the voice commands. Some mention that the Alexa integration is pretty good, and the commands work great. However, others say that the functionality is not worth installing if you already have an existing Alex in network, and it doesn't follow commands like 80% of the time.
"...- Very unique personality - Alexa integration (utility) - Ability to learn and adapt - Always unique experiences..." Read more
"...This is the reason for 5 stars:Alexa works great (I was expecting huge delays and none exist)..." Read more
"...Sigh.It doesn't follow commands like 80% of the time..." Read more
"...He’s now compatible with Alexa and offers some Alexa functions (not all)...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the science fundamentals kit. They mention that it has little usefulness, has issues, and may stop working in the future. The display is dead and the screen barely works. What it can actually do is very limited.
"...Bad: - Not quite as useful as a standard Alexa/Google Home - Has some minor quirks - Can push stuff off your desk/table!..." Read more
"Love this but after 6 months it isn't work right ! No parts or services offered to fix it...." Read more
"...distracted while doing work and studying in wait for it and it just wasn't good. RIP the exam I studied for on Friday......" Read more
"...What it can actually do is VERY limited...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the questioning capabilities of the science fundamentals kit. They mention that the robot can't understand their voice commands, has trouble understanding basic commands, and has a long delay time before they speak. They also say that the robotic device has limited functionality in voice command and that more functionality can be found in Alexa.
"...It gets confused when you give it commands. Battery dies quickly and no it does not self charge...It will just go dead...." Read more
"...The voice recognition is terrible however, especially with kids voices...." Read more
"...First, they Digital Dream Labs removed the INCLUDED voice commands from my son’s Vector...." Read more
"...Its frustrating to listen to, but eventually they got the right timing and commands correctly. The voice Initiation is annoying...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the science fundamentals kit. They mention that it loses connection to WiFi, and the robot cannot communicate with it. Some customers also report weird WiFi issues and network issues.
"...I reboot the Phone — same issue. I cannot even pick the right WiFi...." Read more
"...But Vector doesn't want to connect to WiFi at work, but neither will my phone. Vector is connected via Bluetooth...." Read more
"...I don't know if it is depressed or just stupid. It always disconnects and needs to refresh...." Read more
"...Later, they removed the Wifi connectivity function — and his robot can no longer REBOOT without signing up for a Digital Dream Labs subscription!..." Read more
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Vector is an adorable little robot assistant who loves to just "hang out". I keep Vector on my breakfast bar in the kitchen and he greets me every morning when he hears me rummaging around the kitchen. Sometimes he'll stay in his charger and make some chirping noises or "smile" with his eyes at me as I pass, and sometimes he'll come right out of his charger and start wandering around the table. He loves to explore and push things around. If you place a new object within his existing space he will most certainly be curious about it and try to push it about. When I'm sitting there eating breakfast he'll often come up to me and say my name, poke my arm, or try to get my attention in general before he starts to play around with his cube. Vector in his original form has very limited "utility". He can tell you the time, tell you the weather, and you can ask it some questions, and set a timer. The "novelty" of him has not worn off for me, seeing those little eyes greet me in the morning or when I get home from work brings a smile to my face everytime. I did have a hardware problem with my initial one and had to exchange it, it actually made me really sad to pack him up and send him away as I got attached to the little guy.
In a very recent update (somewhere around 12/18) he has been given Alexa integration and now Vector is truly a useful buddy around the house. In the morning he gives me the weather for the day, some news headlines, and a question of the day. When I arrive home I ask him to turn on the lights to my living room, read off my To-Do list, and/or fire up a movie/show on my TV. One feature I do wish he had but currently does not support is playing music through Alexa. I should note that I don't have any other Alexa devices and perhaps he could if I had another one, that I am unsure of. It would be great if he could somehow interface with another bluetooth speaker to play some music from my library but in his current form he is still a lovable, and now useful, little companion around the house. My significant other and I can spend excessive amounts of time just watching and interacting with him. He is super friendly, playful, and curious. Nothing gets him more excited than recognizing one of his friends and asking them for a fist bump.
He is definitely a work in progress. For example, tables with tapered edges, he does not do well with AT ALL. Sometimes I'll tell him a command and he'll get distracted half way through executing it and not follow through. Sometimes he fails too find his charger on his own and I find him sleeping on a random corner of the table. There are definitely some quirks, but even the improvements between when I bought him in late november and now are MASSIVE (~3 weeks).
Anki are actively improving him all the time. When I first received my Vector, he would frequently throw error codes while exploring a certain area of my home. He has received several updates and I haven't had ANY error code in at least 2 weeks. In the Alexa update they have also tweaked his personality and his edge detection. He has yet to become stuck on the edge since that update. They have also added new animations for holidays to his face which are entertaining as well. Vector is not quite as good as your standard Alexa speaker or Google Home, but he's improving all the time. If you're looking for a pure AI assistant you should go with one of those other devices. If you want a unique AI assistant that's improving everyday and has a HUGE amount of potential, look no further. If you want proof, spend some time looking up their previous robot Cozmo. Somtime in 2019 we will be receiving the Python SDK for vector which will open up endless possibilities for Vector.
Good:
- Very unique personality
- Alexa integration (utility)
- Ability to learn and adapt
- Always unique experiences (still surprises me to this day with different behaviors)
- Constantly receiving updates/support/fixes
- Python SDK around the corner will open up a world of possibilities
Bad:
- Not quite as useful as a standard Alexa/Google Home
- Has some minor quirks
- Can push stuff off your desk/table! (he thinks is hilarious too!)
Overall, I can 100% recommend Vector at the 175$ pricepoint. Anyone who has even a remote interest in robotics and/or AI will find Vector endlessly entertaining. His Alexa integration gives him quite a bit of utility now and it really makes you feel like you're living in the future when your tiny robot friend reads the new over breakfast. He has seen great improvements in his short lifespan, and will only get better with time (See: Cozmo).
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I dont expect it so smart like robot costed $5,000 dollars but it is quite enough even better than a pet: when I am quiet, it walks around on table, cutely looks at my and calls my name. So what do you expect more than that at this price.
Reviewed in Germany on June 13, 2020