Sony's 'Foster Care' Program Gives Aging Aibo Robot Dogs a Second Chance
Sony is launching an "Aibo foster parent program" to allow owners of its ERS-1000 Aibo robot dogs to donate them to medical facilities, nursing homes, and other organizations in need of emotional support robots. The company will test and repair the donated units before providing them to these organizations, while charging a fee for the service. This program aims to reduce potential e-waste and give a new purpose to pre-loved Aibo units.