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Humanoid robot that can cry on command draws attention
Original: Humanoid robots are getting even creepier (this one can cry on command) https://www.engadget.com/2266933/humanoid-robot-
A humanoid robot has been demonstrated that can shed tears on command, with the machine's designer showing off its ability to produce emotionally convincing crying. The demonstration is drawing widespread attention online, with many observers describing the robot's life-like display as unsettling or creepy rather than charming, reigniting debate over how far humanoid robotics should go in imitating human emotion.
Why now: People are reacting to the unsettling novelty of a robot that mimics human crying.
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- Humanoid robots are getting even creepier (this one can cry on command) https://www.engadget.com/2266933/humanoid-robot-cries-on-command/ # Robotics # AI # Tech · engadget@robot.villas · 3
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