Mufflin; A soft and lovely companion from Casio to reduce stress

For many of us, there are fond memories of playing with toy-like pets. Now, Casio has combined these memories with today’s technology by introducing the Moulin. Mofflin is a small and furry robot designed beyond a simple toy and introduced as a companion to reduce stress.

According to Tecna technology news service, Mofflin looks like a combination of a lovable guinea pig and cartoon characters. Unlike more advanced pet bots, Mofflin doesn’t walk or perform tricks. Instead, it’s designed to be hugged and soothed by caressing. Its soft movements and pleasant sounds provide a relaxing experience for the user.

Thanks to artificial intelligence, Mofflin is able to simulate emotional reactions and establish an emotional bond with its owner over time. This robot can recognize your voice and adjust its behavior accordingly. However, these emotions cannot be seen directly and you need to use a companion app to check Mofflin’s emotional state. Mofflin has a simple design and does not have a distinct body or face. This minimal design, along with its delicate movements, evokes the feeling of a living being. Even the Mofflin charging process is designed to enhance this feeling. You place the Mufflin in a small “bed” to “sleep” and charge.

Although Mofflin is designed to create an emotional bond, its range of emotions is limited. Also, its high cost (about $400) may not be justified for some people. In addition, the product comes with an annual subscription that increases its costs. Mofflin is an interesting attempt to create a robotic companion that can help reduce stress. However, before buying, it is better to consider your needs and budget and carefully check whether Mofflin can meet your expectations or not.