Pleo the Robot Dinosaur

Ugobe, the "new kid on the block" in the world of electronic pets, has unveiled its first "Designer Life Form" (R).

Pleo is a robotic young long-neck dinosaur with patented robotics motion. It incorporates nearly 40 sensors and interacts with the environment without needing remote control. Ugobe says that Pleo can convey emotions and will "evolve" his behavious over time. Distinct moods reportedly include:
- anger
- boredom
- playfulness
- hunting
- cautious
- cuddling
- disgust
- disorientation
- distress
- fear
- curiosity
- joy
- sorrow
- surprise
- fatigue
- hunger
- desire for social interaction

Pleo is due to be available to buy from Q3 2006 with a MSRP of $199.