A nod of disapproval for the Sega Toys Robotic Plant

gizmodiva.com - 10/4/2008

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Do you think talking to plants is weird? I definitely think it is weird. In fact, what is far weirder is talking to toy plants. But Sega Toys seems to think it is a splendid idea and hence they present us with a robotic plant. You might think that they at least made it slightly cool and that ...

slashgear.com - 10/4/2008

Sega Toys robotic plant makes you feel less alone

— slashgear.com — Sometimes, sitting in front of the computer all day can feel pretty lonely. If only you had... someone to talk to. Well, Sega Toys is trying to remedy that situation with a robotic plant called the Pekoppa. Yes, you heard me right. A robotic plant. ... (more) Sega Toys robotic plant makes you feel less alone

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Sega Toys intros Robotic Plants that are weird
Newlaunches.com — ... you or blossoms flowers maybe. Wrong. All this robotic plant does is nod at you when you speak to it. I should've seen this coming however, because the tag line says, "When you need someone who just listens to you." I guess it is good for those times when you are thinking of going through with an incredibly stupid plan and just need a nod of approval to not feel guilty. Sega Toys robotic plant is a very submissive friend that will cost you $23. You can buy it here . Via - Gizmodiva

Sega Toys Robotic Plants
TechFresh, Consumer Electronics Guide — For those who are lonely, Sega Toys has a robot plant to accompany you. Known as the Pekoppa, it nods to you casually and heartily. The robot has several ways of nod and changes the ways responding your voice tone.You can bring home the Sega Toys’ Pekoppa robotic plant with your $23. Watch the video after the jump to see what it’s like. [Gizmodiva] ShareThis ...

At Least You Won’t Have To Water It
OhGizmo! — ... on that also react to sound. Put on the radio and they’d go nuts, some even had their own music built in. So why would anyone ever want to get this? The ad says that the plant is there as a good listener. If you’re talking to a real plant I can accept that, maybe it even helps the plant grow, who knows. But if you are talking to a robotic plant, then it’s time to go out and find some friends. Cost $23. [ Pekoppa the robotic plant ] VIA [ Gizmo Diva ] ...

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