Xiaomi Reveals a Smart Mi Bunny MITU Block Robot
Xiaomi is bringing advanced toys to the masses through an app controlled building blocks robot called MITU Block. The MITU Block Robot will be governed by a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 chip clocked at 72 MHz. Its operating system allows it to perform coordinated actions. Gyroscope sensor helps to keep it upright on the go or after hitting other objects. AThe robot can carry loads up to 3 kg.
MITU Block Robot has not only a robot disguise. It can be transformed into a dinosaur or an aircraft as well. Construction process resembles the one with Lego bricks.
A total of 978 pieces enables the user to follow his imagination and assemble a robot. The parts are easy to put together and are made out of hypoallergenic polycarbonate. They are colored in orange, white and gray with two black rubberized wheels.
Xiaomi robot can be put into motion and steered by an app. To get a full control of it three control modes come in handy: joystick mode, gyro mode, and path mode. The latter is an interesting one, as the user creates a route for a robot to follow as with GPS. With a help of tutorials the user learns a unique graphical programming mode which enables to program a sequence of various moves and even teach the robot how to dance.
Mi Bunny Block Robot measures 38×32×9 cm and comes with four USB Type-C ports. A 1700 mAh battery is stationed on board.