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Japan's HRP-4C 'fashion model robot' unveiled, already harassed
Engadget — ... While that perv in the back is busy shooting HRP-4C's firm buttocks shaped from a glossy Stormtrooper alloy, the rest of us can marvel at the fact that Japan has produced a walking, talking fashion robot. Standing at just over 5-feet tall and 95-pounds, HRP-4C, developed ...

Japanese HRP-4C robot is a supermodel wannabe
Gizmo Watch — ... Science and Technology has 30 motors to coordinate body movements, and another eight to display facial expressions. The motors in the face didn’t work well in the demo of the robot, and it maintained a “surprised look” even though the demonstrator tried to coerce it into other expressions. The HRP-4C will make its fashion show debut at the Tokyo Fashion Show next week. Should you need a supermodel for yourself, the HRP-4C will go on sale for a price of $200,000. Via: IHT/Engadget