Rather than ask players from his favorite soccer club, Everton F.C., to visit him while he lay ill at home, a young British fan visited the athletes on their own turf—with the help of a robot. Fox News reported Tuesday that 14-year-old Jack McLinden, who is unable to leave his house due to numerous health […]
In September 2016, Manchester City partnered with China-based UBTECH Robotics to bring humanoid robots to the stadium to enhance the fan experience. Now, Manchester City is taking it one step further with the release of UBTECH’s Alpha 2. The latest humanoid robot will feature UBTECH’s technology as well as a vast knowledge of all things Manchester City […]
Manchester City FC announced Wednesday it had formed a partnership with China-based UBTECH Robotics to bring humanoid robots to the stadium and online to enhance the fan experience. UBTECH designs and manufactures the robots, which can talk and sing and dance, among other features. Get The Latest Sports Tech News In Your Inbox! “Partnering with […]
Giant robot dueling. Yes, you read that correctly. Giant robot dueling could be the sport of the future, with the first ever gladiator-type battle to be happening in less than a year’s time. Oakland-based startup MegaBots, Inc. has finally finished their Mark II model, after a Kickstarter campaign saw them raise over $550,000. The Mark […]
