If there were any indications that robotics were going much more mainstream, this is the definitive proof … in the North Hall these replacement hands were plentiful. Need better dexterity, more grip or even an additional finger … all were available for purchase. What wasn’t shown was assurance that your metal friend was “unhackable”.

 

Think of the ultimate spy or monitoring device living in your home or business … for those afraid of Alexa, this would seem to be a nightmare device. Imagine this standing in the corner of your bedroom each night. Totally mobility, full 4K electronic video and hyper-sensitive eavesdropping capability with superhuman strength … all controlled by Chinese-made software. What could possibly go wrong?

 

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