Shaped AI Lamp Companion, and I'm Smitten
The Mori is an $849 AI-powered robot companion designed to interact with its environment and users through sensors and cameras. While it offers unique, playful interactions, its high price point makes it a niche luxury item.
Why it matters
The device represents a growing trend in 'companion' AI hardware that prioritizes emotional interaction and environmental awareness over traditional utility.
The $849 Mori is designed to respond to your environment, knowing when to play and when to stay quiet.
The $849 Mori is an AI robot companion that reacts to its surroundings. Mike Sorrentino/CNET So many artificial intelligence devices are trying to command our attention, but when I met the Mori AI robot companion earlier this month, it was refreshing to see a device that’s using AI to exercise some playful restraint — even if its $849 retail price makes it a tough sell.
The Mori, announced Thursday by its maker Oka, is part glowy mushroom lamp and part Furby . And while it also looks a little bit like a larger smart speaker wrapped in fabric, the cutesy AI gadget made it quite clear that it was not interested in playing any of my playlists from Apple Music.
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