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AI Robots Shift From Task Automation to Emotional Support in Homes

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A new generation of companion robots prioritizes persistent presence and emotional engagement over functionality, targeting isolated elderly adults, remote-parented children, and urban professionals. The first wave of companion robots that emerged around 2017 promised intelligent home assistants wi…

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  1. 2026-08-25 16:37 · DEV Community — Machine Learning
    AI Robots Shift From Task Automation to Emotional Support in Homes

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