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Tekno the Robotic Puppy - Silver
Sale Price: $129.99
Warning: Choking Hazard. Not for children under 3 years
Tekno the Robotic Puppy - Silver Features
- Tekno robotic puppy performs a variety of cool tricks
- Behaviors are launched by pressing the sensors on his head, neck, nose, and side
- Walks forward, backward, right and left; features color-changing eyes
- Teaches children 3 through 8 to care for a life-like puppy
- Includes wireless translator, bone, and ball; measures 13 x 10 inches
| Rating | 3.5 |
| Minimum Suggested Age | 3 |
| Manufacturer | Manley |
| Batteries Included | Yes |
| Battery Type | 3 AG13 |
| Robot Dimensions | L 13" x W 7" x H 12.75" |
| Package Dimensions | L 7" x W 13" x H 12.3" |
| Condition | New |
Everyone's favorite robotic pet is back, and better than ever with a newer design, and updated software and features! This playful pup expresses his moods through light-up eyes and body language. Just watch his ears and eyes - they'll let you know how he's feeling. Tekno Dog reacts to sound, sight and touch, and obeys several radio-controlled commands. He walks forward, backward, right and left, moves his head, and wags his tail when he's happy. New and improved walking animation gives him smooth, lifelike movement, and magnetic sensors allow him to play with his ball and chomp on his bone. Requires 4 'AA' batteries and 3 'AG13' batteries (not included). Measures 13' x 10'. Markings may vary.
Tekno the Robotic Puppy - Silver Reviews
Average Rating:
This toy has been nothing but frustrating. As many of the reviews mentioned it worked at well at first but this lasted no more than a couple of days and seriously we didn't even play with it that much. None of the remote buttons work, it won't walk at all, all it does it make sounds and the eyes change color. Every now and then my daughter brings it out to play and then I am reminded at what piece of garbage this thing is. She really wants to play with it and can't understand why it doesn't work anymore. Neither can I. And yes we've changed the batteries so many times, I've lost count.
Seriously DO NOT buy this toy. Maybe we got a lemon but based on the other reviews there are a lot of lemons out there.
Seriously DO NOT buy this toy. Maybe we got a lemon but based on the other reviews there are a lot of lemons out there.
We bought one for our oldest daughter last year; however, she seemed a little too old for the limitations of the dog. Obviously, since it does a lot of barking and not a whole lot else, it was a 'great toy' for a week. We bought one this year for our youngest daughter who has been wanting one since last year. She is 5, which appears to be a better age range for this dog.
i remember getting this for x-mas 01 and it was newer (VERY newer)and it was so fun i loved it i wish i still had it
Please don't be fooled by this toy and it's description. There is nothing ( not a thing ) about this toy that is AI. It is simply a RC device, nothing more.
What with the recent attention, and popularity, of AI ( artificial intelligence ) robots, this toy tries to cash in on the craze.
Don't be misled. Unlike the truly AI dinosaur by Ugobe, Pleo, this puppy is simply a remote controlled toy. Yes, he barks and walks, etc - but not unless you press a button directing it to do so. That is NOT what AI is about.
The undisputed leader in AI robots for the consumer is Sony, with it's outstanding AIBO. Coming in at approximately two grand, when it was available, it truly represented what AI and good programming can bring... a robot which ages and has it's own personality based on your interaction with it. This Tekno pet, is a poor, poor substitute.
Second in the AI robotic market, is the Ugobe Pleo, and that also has some very good AI, and at approximately 300 dollars ( as of 2008 ), it's a big investment, but more than worth the price.
Do not waste your money on this toy, which is simply a remote controlled item. I own both an AIBO and a Pleo, and was looking for a lower end addition to my robot family of pets - what I got was a RC toy, NOT an AI robot.
Additionally, as a side note - the packaging of the Tekno is especially difficult to open. I understand the need for theft-proof packaging, but this went above and beyond what is necessary and quickly turned into a mess of plastic shards, cut wraps, screwdriver removed screws and cardboard.
What with the recent attention, and popularity, of AI ( artificial intelligence ) robots, this toy tries to cash in on the craze.
Don't be misled. Unlike the truly AI dinosaur by Ugobe, Pleo, this puppy is simply a remote controlled toy. Yes, he barks and walks, etc - but not unless you press a button directing it to do so. That is NOT what AI is about.
The undisputed leader in AI robots for the consumer is Sony, with it's outstanding AIBO. Coming in at approximately two grand, when it was available, it truly represented what AI and good programming can bring... a robot which ages and has it's own personality based on your interaction with it. This Tekno pet, is a poor, poor substitute.
Second in the AI robotic market, is the Ugobe Pleo, and that also has some very good AI, and at approximately 300 dollars ( as of 2008 ), it's a big investment, but more than worth the price.
Do not waste your money on this toy, which is simply a remote controlled item. I own both an AIBO and a Pleo, and was looking for a lower end addition to my robot family of pets - what I got was a RC toy, NOT an AI robot.
Additionally, as a side note - the packaging of the Tekno is especially difficult to open. I understand the need for theft-proof packaging, but this went above and beyond what is necessary and quickly turned into a mess of plastic shards, cut wraps, screwdriver removed screws and cardboard.
For the first week, a few of the features worked. It did not do much of what the advertising claimed. Function declined rapidly, so we tried all new batteries. New batteries did not help. Within a month, it did nothing but make a small barking noise when you flipped the on switch. It was a complete disappointment.
Tekno the Robotic Puppy - Silver