LAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ROPET, a robotics company revitalizing human connection through technology, attended CES 2025 to showcase its next-generation robot pet, powered by AI and next-generation robotics. Designed to offer personalized warmth, and ROPET sets a new bar for emotional AI, making life cozier and more connected than ever.
"ROPET isn't just another smart gadget," explains Jianbin He, the CEO and Co-Founder of ROPET. "We've created a companion that combines technological sophistication with genuine emotional connection. At CES, we're proud to demonstrate how ROPET is reshaping relationships between humans and AI."
Modern Life Meets Emotional AI
ROPET is designed to be a warm, comforting companion that's always with you through the thick and thin. With its warm, soft touch exterior, ROPET mimics the cozy, familiar presence of a real pet.
Leveraging an advanced large language AI model, ROPET can learn and adapt to your personality, making every interaction feel unique and meaningful. Whether it's keeping a child company, offering emotional support to an elderly family member, or simply being a calming presence in a hectic household, ROPET fits effortlessly into your life and redefines what it means to connect with technology.
What makes ROPET special is its ability to understands and reacts to its surroundings. A near-invisible camera nestled in its nose and a microphone let it pick up on your emotions and environment, adjusting its behavior to suit your mood. It even engages in thoughtful conversations with you, using ChatGPT for engaging and thoughtful conversations when connected to Wi-Fi. And while ROPET is smart, your privacy comes first. It processes most of its functions locally, keeping your data secure and interactions private.
ROPET is not only about companionship; it's also about fun. Every interaction earns you points that you can trade for new accessories and updates, keeping things fresh and exciting. This playful element ensures ROPET isn't just a passive presence—it's an active and evolving part of your daily routine, growing and adapting alongside you.
ROPET isn't just another gadget; it's a warm friend, an attentive listener, and a joyful companion—perfect for the moments when you need a little extra connection in your day.
See ROPET Live at CES 2025
See ROPET in action at Venetian Expo, Hall G, Booth #60237 for modern living.
About ROPET
Developed by a team of experts in robotics and emotional AI, ROPET bridges the gap between technology and companionship. By seamlessly combining innovation and humanity, ROPET offers a transformative experience for everyday life.
For more information on ROPET and to stay updated on the official Kickstarter launch, visit Ropet's Kickstarter page.
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ROPET is showcasing AI-powered robot companion at CES 2025
SINGAPORE, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Star Living has unveiled a new all-in-one home planning concept aimed at helping Singapore homeowners manage renovation, furnishing, and home appliance selection through a more coordinated and efficient process.
As renovation projects become increasingly complex, many homeowners are looking for ways to reduce the challenges of managing multiple contractors, suppliers, and retailers separately. Star Living's latest initiative brings together renovation-related services, furnishings, electrical appliances, and sanitary solutions under a single customer experience designed to simplify project coordination.
Addressing Growing Demand for More Coordinated Home Planning
Today's homeowners are placing greater emphasis on practicality, time efficiency, and cohesive planning when designing their homes.
To support these evolving expectations, Star Living now offers a broader range of services including:
- Carpentry and customised built-ins
- Masonry and flooring works
- Air-conditioning installation
- Bathroom fittings and sanitary installation
- Interior consultation
- Furniture and mattress collections
- Home appliances and household essentials
Through this consolidated approach, customers can manage multiple aspects of their renovation and furnishing requirements through a single touchpoint, helping to reduce administrative complexity and improve planning efficiency.
"We want to make the renovation and furnishing process more manageable for homeowners. By bringing these services together, customers can enjoy a more seamless experience when planning their homes," said Koh Hong Jie, Group Retail Manager at Star Living.
Expanding Interior Solutions with OPU Door
As part of its broader product expansion, Star Living has also introduced OPU Door, a distributed door system brand offering contemporary door solutions designed for space-conscious residential interiors.
Launched in 2025, the collection includes:
- Slim-frame aluminium core doors
- Concealed doors for minimalist interiors
- Synchronised sliding door systems
- Phantom doors designed for tighter layouts and space optimisation
The range caters to homeowners seeking cleaner visual aesthetics while maximising functionality within compact urban homes.
Adapting to Lifestyle and Material Preferences
The company has also expanded its offerings in response to changing consumer preferences surrounding sustainability, wellness-focused materials, and pet-friendly home environments.
Its current product selections include:
- Low-formaldehyde materials
- Sustainably sourced furniture
- Scratch-resistant and stain-resistant upholstery fabrics suitable for pet owners
As part of its material standards, Star Living uses E1-grade or higher MDF and CARB P2-certified boards. The company has also been awarded the SFIC Sustainability Furniture Mark in recognition of its environmental and health-conscious practices.
Creating a More Connected Retail Experience
Star Living's showroom at Serangoon North reflects the company's lifestyle-oriented retail approach by presenting furnishings, renovation elements, sanitary fittings, and appliances within coordinated home settings.
The showroom is designed to help customers better visualise how different components can come together within a residential environment before making purchasing decisions.
In addition, Star Living works with established air-conditioning brands including Daikin, Midea, Panasonic, and Mitsubishi Electric to support a broader range of household needs.
Positioned for Evolving Consumer Needs
Established in 1981, Star Living continues to evolve alongside shifting homeowner expectations by focusing on practical home planning, coordinated services, and adaptable interior solutions.
By combining renovation-related services with furnishings, sanitary solutions, and appliances, the company aims to provide a more efficient and accessible approach for customers planning their homes.
About Star Living
Star Living is a Singapore-based home and lifestyle brand operated by Star Furniture Pte Ltd. Established in 1981, the brand offers a comprehensive range of furniture, home furnishings, renovation-related services, sanitary solutions, and household products, serving residential customers across Singapore.
Website: https://www.starliving.com.sg/
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Star Living Introduces Integrated 'One-Stop Home & Living' Concept to Simplify Renovation and Furnishing for Singapore Homeowners
