I, robot: Bandai's robot designers must be fans of the iconic sci-fi movie "Forbidden Planet." While Sony has forsaken its line of Aibo robot dogs, it solidified the spirit that Japanese robots should have a high cuteness factor.
Bandai's newest robot, the NetTansorWeb, looks to draw its inspiration from Robby, the robot costar of the aforementioned movie. Robby was distinctive in appearance but certainly not cute. His appeal rested on having a quirky personality and the ability to serve his human masters. The NetTansorWeb is intended to be a hard worker rather than a mechanized companion.
The robot's main purpose is to serve as a surveillance device. It has a built-in camera and it can be remotely controlled via a computer through its Wi-Fi connection. Moreover, it is equipped with sensors that allow it avoid obstacles as it moves around your home. It can keep its owner informed of what is going on by sending reports to a computer or mobile phone.