Xiaomi CyberDog 2, Xiaomi’s robot dog now looks like a dog

Xiaomi has updated its robot dog: the second generation is smaller and lighter, and has the shape of a dog.

Two years have passed since Xiaomi introduced the world to the quadrupedal “robot dog” CyberDog inspired by Boston Dynamics models. Now, taking advantage of the fantastic annual hardware event that took place in the summer, where it has already presented products such as the Xiaomi MIX Fold 3, the brand has unveiled second generation From his famous bot: Xiaomi Cyber ​​Dog 2.

that it Smaller and lighter version. So much so that the company explained in its presentation how the robot is able to stand with one leg resting on a block of tofu without destroying it.

Xiaomi CyberDog 2 is lighter, smaller and more agile

Xiaomi compares the new CyberDog to a small breed dog

Perhaps the most surprising thing about this new robot dog is that, in fact, it now looks like a dog. The brand has redesigned its aesthetic, for now He has two small ears on either side of his head..

with 8.9 kg of weight And with a height of only 36.7 cm, Xiaomi compares the CyberDog 2 to Small breed dog. This dog is, yes, full of sensors, including a RGB Camera, interactive camera powered by artificial intelligence, Four tentacles ToF, a LiDAR sensor, a depth camera, an ultrasonic sensor, a fisheye lens sensor, a force sensor, and two ultra-wideband sensors. It also includes four microphones and is compatible with Xiaomi AI vocal algorithm.

Xiaomi has placed particular emphasis on the intelligent capabilities of the robot thanks to its NX processor and its two co-processors, which are able to reach up to 21 pinnacle of computing power. It has open source software, which Xiaomi says makes it ideal for tech enthusiasts and developers looking to experiment with this type of product.

The CyberDog 2 features a customizable “body” and there are several different colors to choose from at purchase. Regarding its price, it costs 12,999 yuan, about 1,643 euros. It will be on sale in China soon.