Samsung is a key player in making our homes smarter with a variety of smart products like Bixby, their voice assistant, and the SmartThings platform. The South Korean consumer electronics giant offers a range of smart home devices and appliances too. Now, at CES 2025, they are showcasing the newest version of their smart home companion, developed over the years.
Introduced at CES 2020, Samsung’s Ballie smart home robot takes care of daily chores, making life more convenient. It connects to smart home devices and learns from your habits to provide smarter, more personalized services. Now, in its latest version, the AI-assisted bot doubles as a projector for tasks like pet care or entertainment.
The 2024 Ballie, like the earlier model, embraces that cute yellow color and follows you around the house. In a video sneak peek, it does cool stuff like sending pet photos, feeding animals, projecting fun videos for pets, showing video calls on walls, and creating a starry scene on the ceiling for bedtime. Plus, it can help control your other smart home gadgets as well.
Samsung has yet to disclose the release date and pricing details for the Ballie smart home robot. Interestingly, LG, a competitor in the arena has also unveiled its version of a smart home robot this year. It will be exciting to observe how these two offerings compare and which one proves to be more impressive in real life situations.
Now, Samsung has officially announced at CES 2025 that Ballie will finally hit the shelves in the first half of this year. This marks a significant leap from its initial showcase in 2020, evolving from a tennis ball-sized orb to a bowling ball-sized companion. The addition of a built-in projector elevates its functionality, transforming walls and floors into interactive displays. While the exact pricing and release date remain under wraps, the fact that Ballie is moving from concept to reality adds a fresh wave of excitement for tech enthusiasts.
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Samsung initially teased that Ballie might launch in 2024, but as of early 2025, we’re still awaiting specific details. Early iterations hinted at fitness assistant features, but the latest version includes LiDAR sensors for obstacle detection and infrared sensors to interact with older appliances. The blend of futuristic design and practical smart home capabilities positions Ballie as more than just a gadget—it’s a home companion with real potential.
Ballie’s mention at CES 2025 was brief but impactful, leaving many speculating that its price might align with high-end Samsung appliances like their Bespoke fridge line. As we await further updates, the excitement around Ballie’s capabilities and design continues to grow, making it a product to watch in the evolving smart home landscape.
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