Wrex—the Newest Robotic Pet

Wrex is the newest robotic pet which features “intelligent” technology that allows this mechanical dog to perform various functions and tasks.

This high-tech toy has wheels on its hind legs and sliding pads on its frontal paws which allow this to move around on flat surfaces. In case the movements seem sluggish, try to even out the sling pads which sometimes become distorted when the robotic toy turns an angle. Its front and hind legs can also be rotated which provides various range of movement.

This mechanical dog has eyes which seem like a slot-machine that spins around to reveal its current pre-programmed temper. The left eye would reveal the dog’s present mood which varies from happy and angry, to crazy; while the right eye would show its desire. It also has a mouth which moves as it talks and ears that wiggles when it get excited.

Wrex features a control panel located on its back (this has a flip-up cover). With four numeric buttons, owners can control the mechanical dog to perform various functions and task. Other control buttons are located from its nose which serves as a stop button, when owners push it for three seconds, the dog will automatically replay the last numeric code, and the start button which is located at the back (near the tail).

With a rotating tail, the dog can produce a sound when this part is squeezed and rotates when it get excited.

Another impressive feature of Wrex is the built-in sensor located from its chest and hind legs which allows this mechanical pet to detect obstacles and avoid falling off from edges. This technology also serves as a safety features which prevent people’s hand from getting stuck inside the rotating wheels. To disable the infrared sensors, owners can enter the code 1111 from its control panel, and to enable this again, they can turn off the power and the sensor will automatically be activated when the robotic dog is turned on.

Other features are four special operation modes which include guard, roam, demonstration, and program; and a remote control which requires three AAA batteries to operate