The WowWee Rovio Mobile Webcam is perhaps the most important and flawless robot we have seen till date for our domestic/ office purposes. It is an operatable movie cam that not only lets you to take it with yourself to different places but also (in the words of the makers) to

  • Interact with your family, wherever they are
  • Check up on your office and speak with colleagues
  • Roam around your home to check on pets, etc.
  • Visit elderly relatives

It also allows you to set it up with a wireless connection that is very strong at least from 100 mtr distance (tested). The video quality is very good too and captures 640-by-480 at 30fps.

Software

For Windows users, this ROVIO comes with a pretty simply software set-up. The wireless connectivity can be set from Wireless Network option. The maneuvering options are very responsive too.

Rovio Specifications


• WiFi equipped mobile robot with webcam.
• Built-in LED headlight to help with navigation in dimly lit locations.
• IR sensors for obstacle avoidance.
• Microphone and Speaker for 2-way communication.
• Omni-directional wheels.
• Charging dock and self-docking function.
• TrueTrack System for autonomous waypoint navigation (Store waypoints that can be navigated to with one click).
• System Requirements: Windows XP/Vista, Wireless Access Point (Wireless Router), CD/DVD drive (Note: For Mac users, Ad hoc setup requires a WiFi Card).

Package Contents


• Rovio Mobile Webcam.
• Charging dock with built-in TrueTrack Beacon.
• 6V 300mAH NiMH rechargeable battery pack.
• Wall adapter for charging dock.
• USB cable and Rovio Setup CD.
• Quick start guide and User Manual

Price

The price comes out to be 299$. So not much to complain there either. isn’t it?

Our Verdict

Rovio has left us with no chance but admiration for it. If you really need one, go for it. Because this cute robo-cam can serve you with efficiency and best service, not keeping aside the feeling of being a proud owner and a well known gizmo freak in your locality.