Emotionally Expressive Next-Generation AI Robot “LOOI” Now Available for Pre-order on Makuake
TangibleFuture, a robotics manufacturer based in Shenzhen, China, with the mission of delivering innovative experiences that allow people to “touch the future (TangibleFuture),” has launched a pre-order project for “LOOI” in Japan. This project, which introduces the AI robot that installs a “heart” into a smartphone, began on Makuake, a crowdfunding service for new products and experiences, on April 28, 2026, at 11:00 AM JST.
The Makuake project page is available at:
https://www.makuake.com/project/looirobot/
*Project period: April 28, 2026 (Tuesday) 11:00 AM JST – June 29, 2026 (Monday) 10:00 PM JST
What is LOOI?
“LOOI” is a next-generation AI robot that transforms a smartphone into an emotionally expressive companion simply by attaching it. The moment a smartphone is set onto the main unit using MagSafe or similar, “eyes” appear on the screen, enabling natural conversations and emotional expressions through ChatGPT integration.
Equipped with proprietary sensor technology, LOOI can recognize its surroundings, enabling autonomous movement, fall prevention, and hand gesture operation. It also features up to 10W wireless charging. LOOI serves as a practical desk assistant while enriching daily life as a “little companion” that feels alive.
1. A Companion with a Will on Your Desk
LOOI behaves as a “companion with a will,” selecting optimal responses based on the user’s expressions and gestures, sometimes making them laugh, and at other times empathizing with their concerns. It remembers all conversations and memories, understanding preferences the more time is spent together, evolving into the user’s best confidant.
2. Advanced AI and Visual Recognition Understand Human Emotions and Environment
Through integration with cutting-edge AI like ChatGPT, LOOI deeply understands subtle emotions that cannot be expressed in words, based on vocal tone and conversational context. Additionally, its “eyes,” equipped with advanced visual AI (VLM), accurately perceive changes in user expressions and surrounding conditions. Even without perfect language, LOOI grasps intentions from the flow of conversation, allowing for natural dialogue as if speaking with a close friend.
3. A Stress-Free Desk Experience for Productivity and Refreshment
LOOI supports a wide range of tasks, from task management to refreshment, with its latest AI. It reminds users of appointments by linking with calendars and answers work-related questions instantly, enhancing productivity by reducing the need for searches. It also includes mini-games that utilize the smartphone screen. The fusion of practical secretarial functions and playfulness updates the desk environment into a smarter and richer space.
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About TangibleFuture
TangibleFuture is a robotics manufacturer from Shenzhen, dedicated to the mission of delivering experiences that allow people to “touch the future (TangibleFuture).” The company aims to propose new lifestyles by implementing “physical AI” that goes beyond mere tools, understanding human emotions and environments, and autonomously adapting to them. “LOOI,” which garnered significant attention at CES 2025, is now making its debut in Japan.
Inquiries
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Official Website: https://looirobot.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/looirobot.japan/
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/looirobotjapan/
