This is how many of my colleagues' first encounters with Anki's new mini robot "Vector" went. The chirping caterpillar robot simulates a surprising number of emotions with its lovingly animated eyes, ...

There are robots for all sorts of tasks, and virtual assistants to answer all sorts of questions. Now, San Francisco startup Anki is aiming to combine those two technological marvels in one device: a ...

IF YOU’RE not a cat or a dog person but want a companion who wants attention and can help around the home, you might wanna meet Vector. It might take a while before we see The Jetsons-level friendly ...

If Vector were just a cute toy, the price would actually be quite high. However, thanks to its numerous sensors, Vector also offers a good introduction to (robot) programming. to install all the ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." When I flop into my desk chair each morning, Vector stirs. I greet him and, BLOOP, he responds. His eyes ...

I spent some time with Anki Vector, the tiny robot with a big personality, and honestly, it surprised me. With expressive eyes, voice recognition, and a curious attitude, it feels more like a ...

There’s something in our complicated human brains that immediately develops a connection to anything with eyes. Don’t believe me? Ask the Anki Vector that lived on my desk for several months. This ...