Having a personal AI assistant on your desktop is not just a futuristic fantasy—it's an achievable project that can elevate your productivity and creativity to new levels. With the power of OpenAI's ChatGPT, Microsoft's Azure Speech API, and the Unihiker platform from DFRobot, you can create a custom AI desktop assistant that understands and responds to your voice commands. In … [Read more...] about Crafting Your AI Sidekick: Building an AI Desktop Assistant with ChatGPT
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Learn about the XRP Open Robotics platform!
Introducing the XRP Robot! At Robot Besties, we're constantly on the lookout for groundbreaking advancements in the field of robotics. Today, we're thrilled to introduce the Experiential Robotics Platform (XRP) Robot. This super cool and surprisingly affordable little robot caught our eye on LinkedIn. Shawn Hymel shared a video he made with Digikey about adding computer vision … [Read more...] about Learn about the XRP Open Robotics platform!
Build Your Own AI Assistants with Zapier and ChatGPT!
We're thrilled to share an exciting development that's been making waves in the world of automation and AI. Zapier, the beloved tool that connects your favorite apps and automates workflows, has joined forces with ChatGPT, OpenAI's conversational AI phenomenon, to create custom AI assistants. This powerful combination is transforming how we interact with technology, and here's … [Read more...] about Build Your Own AI Assistants with Zapier and ChatGPT!
The Viam Rover: cheap, easy to setup, and fun to use right out of the box!
Meet the Viam Rover, a cutting-edge robotic platform that's capturing the imagination of students, hobbyists, and professionals alike. The Viam Rover isn't just another robot—it's a versatile, customizable, and accessible tool designed to push the boundaries of what we can achieve with robotics. Let's dive into an overview of this remarkable machine and explore its … [Read more...] about The Viam Rover: cheap, easy to setup, and fun to use right out of the box!
What does Robot Besties think about Hard Tech?
"Hard Tech" is gaining momentum and transforming the world as we know it. Let's explore what Hard Tech is and how robots might play a pivotal role. Defining Hard Tech Hard Tech refers to technological advancements that are rooted in substantial scientific discoveries or engineering innovations. Unlike software or internet technologies, which are often characterized by rapid … [Read more...] about What does Robot Besties think about Hard Tech?