From shy furry robot to smart lipstick

The year 2025 is approaching its end with significant advances in artificial intelligence and robotics; Along with big news, strange projects were also introduced this year. Here we take a look at some of the most unusual but fascinating technologies of 2025.

1. Neo humanoid robots to do housework

Robots that were once seen only in science fiction movies have now entered homes. The NEO robot, developed by 1X Home Robots, was introduced to the public as the first ready-to-use humanoid home assistant.

This robot can fold clothes, organize shelves and keep the house in order. Neo responds to voice or hand commands via an app and learns user preferences using its large built-in language model. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and built-in speaker have turned this robot into a mobile entertainment system.

2. Smart bathroom for dogs

Bathing pets in 2025 has taken on a futuristic vibe. A tech company has designed a smart enclosure called Woofwoof Lux that offers personalized washing modes based on a dog’s breed and coat type.

Using gentle water jets and special animal shampoos, this device cleans dogs without causing stress. Although the device is not yet available for general purchase, dog owners in the U.S. can use the technology at Paws 48 dog grooming and grooming salon.

3. Shy furry robot

The engineering team Yukai Engineering, which previously created robotic cushions with tails, is back this year with a product called Mirumi. This cute little furry robot looks curiously at things and people with its sensors and moving eyes, but the interesting thing is that it gets shy and hides when touched or scared.

Mirumi is designed so that it wraps its hands around the strap of the bag or everyday items and is always with you like a small and shy companion. This product is scheduled to be released on the market in April 2026.

4. Cute robotic doll

If Miromi doesn’t appeal to you, Ropet might be a better option. This handheld robot has the ability to hear, remember faces and understand hand movements. When you pet Rupet, it reacts with a warm vibration and matches its eye color to other accessories.

Designed to be cuddled and entertained, this robot doesn’t need to eat but is always happy to receive attention.

5. The phone frame that gets sunburned like human skin

Perhaps the strangest gadget this year is Skincase; A silicone phone case whose texture, color and even folds are similar to real human skin. This product, which was developed by a researcher named “Mark Tissier” in collaboration with Virgin Media O2, changes color when exposed to ultraviolet (UV) rays and gets sunburned like human skin.

The purpose of this strange design is to remind users of the need to use sunscreen during the day.

6. Robotic girlfriend

The American company Realbotix unveiled its latest humanoid robot called Aria. This robot is designed to create an emotional connection, not a physical one. Aria features advanced body mobility, sophisticated eye tracking and object recognition, and the ability to integrate with third-party AIs such as ChatGPT.

The price of this robot varies depending on the features; The model that only includes the head and torso starts at $10,000, and the fully animated version costs up to $175,000. The CEO of the company says that these robots are made for emotional and psychological support.

7. Artificial intelligence in the kitchen and cosmetics

This year, technology has come to the aid of cooks and makeup enthusiasts. A new gadget called Spicerr uses artificial intelligence to determine exactly how much spice is needed for each recipe and dispenses it from special capsules, eliminating the need for spoons and spice containers.

On the other hand, we see the prototype of the smart lipstick of the Boticário group, designed for those who want to apply makeup without the intervention of their hands. By combining computer vision and a small robotic arm, this device maps the lips and perfectly shapes them in about two minutes.