"POCO is a soft, tactile object that pairs with a smartphone, transforming rigid technology into something that moves, breathes, and gestures in response to your presence."
"Amouei's research indicated that people don't actually want AI that projects certainty or control. They want availability and responsiveness."
"The robot communicates what it can and cannot do through its behavior and physical states, which is a level of honesty you don't often get from technology."
"POCO pushes back on the dominant conversation around AI, which is almost entirely about expansion: more capability, more integration, more autonomy."
POCO is a soft robotic companion designed by Mehrnaz Amouei, focusing on presence rather than information overload. It features a soft textile body that interacts with a smartphone, creating a tactile experience. The design is based on research indicating that people prefer AI that is available and responsive rather than controlling. This approach emphasizes 'constructive interdependence,' where limitations are seen as features, promoting honesty in technology interactions. POCO challenges the prevailing trend of expanding AI capabilities by prioritizing meaningful companionship.
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