Point-and-shoot with the Fujitsu MARON-1 robot

The Fujitsu MARON-1

Click here for the press release on the  Fujitsu MARON-1October 7, 2002
Fujitsu Laboratories announced that it has developed a new robot for the home, the MARON-1, which can be remotely controlled by mobile phone to operate home electronic appliances or monitor household security. The ambulatory prototype robot is equipped with a wide range of functions, including telephone, camera, remote control, timer and surveillance equipment. With remote operation by mobile phone, the robot can take pictures and relay them to the phone's screen, so that the owner can check conditions at home...More