Anki Vector
DiscontinuedBuilt by Anki · United States
The Anki Vector is a Companion robot developed by Anki (United States), launched 2019, listed at $250 USD (unverified). The Anki Vector has been discontinued by the manufacturer.
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Overview
Anki Vector is a small autonomous robot designed for interaction and companionship, featuring advanced sensors, a capacitive touch interface, and onboard AI using the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor to enable real-time computer vision and voice recognition capabilities. With a full color IPS display and integration of the Anki SDK, Vector offers a range of interactive features.
Flagship features
- Requires a paid subscription for voice commands
- Increased battery life by 30%
- Improved camera resolution to 2MP for better facial recognition
- Can recognize pets and detect smiles
- No returns or exchanges
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
VectorConnect research project
Viability
Assets acquired by Digital Dream Labs
Price
purchase
Unverified — no source on record
Availability
Specifications
Category: Companion- Weight
- 1 kg
- Battery
- 1 h
- Launch year
- 2019
- Price
- $250 USD
- Status
- active
Unverified — no source on record
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $182.5M
- Founded
- 2010
Detailed specifications
Sensors2
- Camera
- 2 MP
- Sensor Suite
- distance_sensor,capacitive_touch,microphone_array,HD_camera
Compute2
- Ros Compatible
- false
- Onboard Compute
- Qualcomm Snapdragon, 4 cores, 1.2GHz
Other29
- Variants
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- Price Tier
- <10K
- Applications
- home_robotics,companionship
- Sub Category
- consumer companion robot
- Subscription
- {"name":"Vector AI Subscription","price_yearly_usd":99.99,"price_monthly_usd":11.99}
- Api Available
- true
- Auto Charging
- true
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Model Variants
- Vector 2.0,Vector 2.0 (OPEN BOX),Open Source Kit for Robots (OSKR)
- Oskr Available
- true
- Voice Commands
- true
- Warranty Years
- 1
- Company Country
- US
- Navigation Type
- vision,lidar_slam
- Controller Model
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 (APQ8009, quad-core 1.2GHz)
- Deployment Notes
- Used as a desk companion, smart home controller via Alexa, and interactive toy for kids.
- Industries Served
- home
- Known Limitations
- Battery life only ~1 hour.,Requires 2.4GHz Wi-Fi only.,No remote control via app.,Expensive for a novelty device.
- Software Platform
- Custom OS, SDK
- Training Required
- none
- Facial Recognition
- true
- Availability Status
- available
- Countries Available
- US,UK
- Unique Capabilities
- Auto-docking for charging when battery is low.,Facial recognition and expressive movements.
- Programming Interface
- code_python,proprietary_app
- Subscription Required
- true
- Additional Information
- - Requires a paid subscription for voice commands - Increased battery life by 30% - Improved camera resolution to 2MP for better facial recognition - Can recognize pets and detect smiles - No returns or exchanges
- Deployment Environment
- indoor
- Competitive Differentiators
- First consumer robot to integrate Alexa.,Lifelike personality and autonomous behavior.,Combines entertainment with smart home control.
Who runs it· deployment evidence
1 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.
- VectorConnect research project· United Statessource ↗
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Company milestones
- Dec 2019AcquisitionAssets acquired by Digital Dream Labs
- Dec 2016MilestoneInitial batch sold out
- Jun 2013LaunchFirst product announced at WWDC
- 2020DeploymentVectorConnect teleoperation system developed for children
- 2019MilestoneOperations ceased
- 2018LaunchVector SDK tutorial published
- 2018LaunchAnki Vector unboxing and demo coverage
- 2017MilestoneInternational availability announced
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Anki Vector?
- The Anki Vector is developed by Anki, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Anki Vector?
- The Anki Vector is a Companion robot made by Anki.
- How much does the Anki Vector cost?
- The Anki Vector is listed at $250 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Anki — contact them for a quote.
- When was the Anki Vector launched?
- The Anki Vector was launched in 2019.
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