The Aibo is a Companion robot developed by Sony (Japan), launched 2018, priced at $3,200 USD.
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Overview
Aibo is a friendly robotic dog whose personality and behavior evolves over time. It can recognize its owner's face, detect smiles and words of praise, and learn new tricks. The robot uses cloud-based AI, image recognition, and adaptive learning to develop a unique personality. It features OLED display eyes, SLAM capability for mapping and navigation, and self-charging functionality.
Flagship features
- Home companion robot with expressive design
- Equipped with OLED eyes, cameras, and multiple sensors
- Operates on mobile network and Wi-Fi
- Power consumption: 14 W
- Battery life: 120 minutes
- Dimensions: 180 x 293 x 305 mm
Buyer decision signals
Viability
Introducing the 'My aibo' App, a New Way to Capture Life with aibo
Price
Specifications
Category: Companion- Weight
- 2.2 kg
- Battery
- 2 h
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2018
- Price
- $3,200 USD
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 1946
Detailed specifications
Other3
- Company Country
- JP
- Controller Model
- 64bit Quad-Core CPU[1]
- Additional Information
- - Home companion robot with expressive design - Equipped with OLED eyes, cameras, and multiple sensors - Operates on mobile network and Wi-Fi - Power consumption: 14 W - Battery life: 120 minutes - Dimensions: 180 x 293 x 305 mm - Weight: 2.2 kg - Operating temperature: 5 °C - 35 °C - Includes SIM card, charging station, AC adapter, power cord, and a pink ball
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Company milestones
- Mar 2027Launchaibo will take place in China for the very first time in 2027
- 2026LaunchIntroducing the 'My aibo' App, a New Way to Capture Life with aibo
- 2021MilestoneRenamed Sony Group Corporation
- 1999LaunchAIBO launch
- 1958MilestoneName changed to Sony
- —MilestoneCompany founded
In the news
- Taiwan airline unveils plane featuring Japanese designer known for role in Sony robot dog Aibo
Japan Wire by Kyodo News · Jul 9, 2026
- Sony discontinues Japan sales of robot puppy 'aibo'
Oman Observer · Jul 4, 2026
- Sony discontinues Japan sales of robot puppy ‘aibo’
Kuwait Times · Jun 27, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Aibo?
- The Aibo is developed by Sony, based in Japan.
- What type of robot is the Aibo?
- The Aibo is a Companion robot made by Sony.
- How much does the Aibo cost?
- The Aibo is priced at $3,200 USD.
- When was the Aibo launched?
- The Aibo was launched in 2018.
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