Sony's Aibo robo dog is back, and smarter than ever

18 years after its original release, Sony Corp. is bringing back its iconic robotic dog, Aibo, and this time it's smarter than ever, as it comes with artificial intelligence. This latest evolution of the autonomous robot can form an emotional bond with members of the household while providing them with love, affection, and the joy of nurturing and raising a companion,’ sony says. Aibo comes equipped with a powerful computer chip, OLED displays for eyes and the ability to connect to mobile networks. The adorably looking 'puppy' also develops its own unique personality as it grows closer to its owners. The bad news is that Aibo is only available in Japan.