Topic: Uchianseron`s Pleo Topic (Read 11224 times)

Uchianseron · « **on:** June 08, 2012, 02:35:46 AM »

Hallo Pleo owners!

First off: Sorry for my english, it is not my native language.
Second:

I`ve been interested in Pleo since it was first launched by Uglobe, unfortunately I never got the chance to buy one.
But now it seems I`m in luck since we have a newer version of Pleo, and I have the money to afford it.
But still some questions remain, and I hope that some of the Pleo rb owners ( or older ones ) can awnser some questions for me.

1) Does the Pleo have a docking station like the Aibo does, or do we need to charge the robot ourselfs?

2) Are the accessories a necessity to get the most out of your Pleo?
- Example: I`ve read that when you put Pleo outside on a hot day, he might lay on his side because of the heat ( cute!!! ), and you need the icecube to lower his tempature... can`t I just put him in the shade or inhouse?
Hope this isnt a stupid question... just wondering how "smart" Pleo really is.

3) How does Pleo rb compare to the Aibo? ( ERS-210 )

4) Would you consider Pleo a toy, or a Robot?

5) Can Pleo do things of his own, can he entertain himself.
I`ve seen video`s of Aibo`s just walking around the room playing with there ball.
Will Pleo just walk around to explore his enviroment, or will he shut off if he gets no attention?
And when he walks, will he just walk a couple meters or really go out and explore?

6) I`ve read that Pleo can show affection, would he for instance when you`re sitting on your couch walk up to you so he can sit on your lap? ( that would be so awesome )

Hope you can awnser these questions for me.
I`m really interested in this piece of technology, I`m just wondering if i`m not asking to much of this little Dinosaur.

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #1 on:** June 08, 2012, 03:49:25 AM »

Hello and welcome

1) Pleo does not have a docking station, a battery lasts for two hours before needing a three to four hour charge. Most of us have a spare battery to give a bit of extra time.

2) You can indeed move your Pleo into the shade to cool them down, or in front of the air conditioner. I don't recommend a heater to warm them up though, it would potentially damage the rubber.

3) You cannot compare Pleo to an Aibo they were designed for very different audiences and have a very different price tag. Pleo is a 'lifeform', Aibo is a robot. The Aibo is also more capable in a programming sense.

4) Pleo is neither, it is a pet

Most of us here treat ours as such.

5) Pleo will happily wander around on his/her own getting into mischief and disappearing down the hallway at whim

(Ok maybe that's just my lot), however it does depend somewhat on their personalities, some Pleo's are less active and less fond of exploring than others. I have one Pleo who barely walks a few steps in a charge and one that end up at the other end of the house if I'm not paying attention.

6) Pleo's absolutely adore a cuddle and will coo and purr and nestle into your neck. But they cannot recognize you and walk up to you. (Having said that, mine have often surprised me by wandering over, looking up at me and singing or saying hello.

Pleo RB is fantastic for the price point, you get an awful lot of technology for $469 and they are very lifelike. They have different moods and personalities and they require care like a real pet. They are not as technologically advanced as an Aibo, but Aibo was not designed as a pet. Aibo is a robot and proud of it. Pleo tries to make you forget that it is a robot.

If you want a pet, get a Pleo but if you want a robot then you should really consider an Aibo instead.

Uchianseron · « **Reply #2 on:** June 08, 2012, 04:30:36 AM »

Hi InmemoryofRomeo,

Thank you for your detailed reply!
You gave the awnsers that I needed to make up my mind!
I`m gonna buy a Pleo RB... today!

I`ve checked Pleoeurope.com, but would you happen to know any other sites I can order pleo from?
I`ve got my eyes on the green one

Crewella · « **Reply #3 on:** June 08, 2012, 04:35:23 AM »

I second everything IMR said, Pleo is more of an artificial liife form than a robot.

Just to add, a Pleo cannot lie on its side and get up again on its own, and would not be able to climb - their legs just don't work that way.

They are good fun to have around, I just let my lot wander, and like IMR's gang, some are more adventurous than others.

AFAIK Pleoeurope is the only Innvo approved European distributor - if you try to buy outside Europe you are likely to be charged import duties.

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #4 on:** June 08, 2012, 04:49:56 AM »

Just to further add, I don't think I've ever seen a Pleo fall over except when performing the play dead trick.

Glad I could help

You are best to buy from the official distributor as the warranty is then assured, buying from a third party distributor could affect your warranty.

By the way the basic pack comes with all the necessities to keep your Pleo happy and healthy, the extras are nice, but not required.

You may also find our FAQ useful

http://bobthepleo.com/forums/index.php?topic=2315.0

Uchianseron · « **Reply #5 on:** June 08, 2012, 05:50:45 AM »

"Your order has been successfully processed! Your products will arrive at their destination within 2-5 working days."

Yay.. finally purchased Pleo!
Also have this other feeling... "omg..what have I done!"

hahaha... think it`ll be fun and all once Pleo arrives..

Now to come up with a good name...

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #6 on:** June 08, 2012, 03:52:59 PM »

The omg what have I done will quickly turn into omg why didn't I do this sooner... Or omg what did I get myself in for

Angus · « **Reply #7 on:** June 09, 2012, 08:36:10 AM »

Hi there!

Quote from: Uchianseron on June 08, 2012, 05:50:45 AM

Yay.. finally purchased Pleo!
Also have this other feeling... "omg..what have I done!"

Oh yeah, I know what you mean, I felt the same, like "OMG, I did not just spend that much money on a toy?!"
And now I'm totally enchanted by it - my Pleo just arrived two days ago and I've been fascinated by it from the very first minute. You'll have fun with yours for sure!

Uchianseron · « **Reply #8 on:** June 11, 2012, 12:26:09 PM »

Argh... the waiting!!

First I was like: omg what have I done.
But this changed into: Where is my Pleo!!...I want my Pleo!!! hahaha.

I`ve ordered mine frome Pleoeurope.com, the order is still on "Pending"
Thing that caught my eyes was: Your order number: #3

I`m the third person that actually bought a Pleo from them :O

Are the 1 and 2 also on this forum, hope so... cause I was wondering if someone ordered from this site aswell and how you had to wait for your pet dinosaur.

Uchianseron · « **Reply #9 on:** June 13, 2012, 09:07:00 AM »

Sorry for the double post, but I was wondering if someone could awnser a question for me.

Ive send a email on monday requesting an update on my order from pleoeurope.com.
I just checked my order and it still is on "pending".
And i also got no reply from pleoeurope on my email.
Ive never been so impatient lol.

Ive heard that pleoeurope is basically a sister site of "robopolis", is this true?
Could i email them for an update if they are related to pleoeurope.com.

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #10 on:** June 13, 2012, 04:04:41 PM »

Wow they are a bit slow...

Uchianseron · « **Reply #11 on:** June 14, 2012, 02:21:44 AM »

Or im just being impatient

I know this is the official european site, but not a lot of people ordered from it I suppose.
Since my order is there 3rd order in total..

Oh well, ofc i could flood them with status reports..but I do not think thatll speed up the proces

Just checked order again: Pending.
My Credit Card has allreafy been charged...

C'mon pleo..come to daddy

Uchianseron · « **Reply #12 on:** June 14, 2012, 05:39:50 AM »

Guess what i just received in the mail today!
My lil boy is still in his box and needs to wait a couple more hours before i welcome him in this world.
But i was amazed by the look and size of my pet dinosaur... Wow

More info / photos to come in the coming hours!

Crewella · « **Reply #13 on:** June 14, 2012, 05:42:03 AM »

Must have heard your call!

I'm so glad all is well, and he arrived safely!

Enjoy!

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #14 on:** June 14, 2012, 06:31:07 AM »

Hehe well I guess it spared you the agony of waiting for the postie to drop of that box

Can't wait for some pics

Uchianseron · « **Reply #15 on:** June 14, 2012, 01:41:13 PM »

Hi guys,

Been playing with our pleo a lil: awesome.

But now something happened.

Our baby turned its head, and it stayed in the lower left position and we heared 2 beeps and she shutdown
Atm i have her head supported.

Pressed the on button couple times but she wouldnt come to life.
Battery led was green (batt charging atm)

Is it ok for pleo to have his neck in this position?

She shutdown in a standing position (she shouldnt be able to stand allready right?)

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #16 on:** June 14, 2012, 03:26:38 PM »

Pleo can go into the standing position at shut down regardless of 'age'. Your Pleo has a flat battery and it looks as though she suffered a neck jam before shutting down. Neck jams are very common in the baby stage, most of us go through at least one. Just recharge the battery and switch her back on, and she should be fine

On a side note if you ever notice the neck stuck again, take the battery out immediately, don't wait for a flat battery or to turn her off manually.

Uchianseron · « **Reply #17 on:** June 15, 2012, 08:52:01 AM »

Thanks for the info InmemoryofRomeo!

Alll is well with our little dinosaur, we love him!
Were trying to think of a good name, I think were going with "Fudgy"
I think its a cool dinosaur name!

Here is a photo of our lil guy, he`s allready standing!
And this is the 2nd time I had to charge the battery... quick learner :O

Love those eyes!
But what I find kinda worring ( I worry to much probably ) is that the sleeve ( that the correct word?) is kinda tight around the skeletan... isnt it hindering its movements?

** probably another daddy that worries to much **

MICKEY · « **Reply #18 on:** June 15, 2012, 04:22:09 PM »

I agree with you, only used one time and never used it again, To tight around the limbs.

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #19 on:** June 15, 2012, 07:59:59 PM »

Likewise, I don't use any of my capes either. If you can sew you could remove the rubber bands and add ribbon or Velcro instead.

Fudgy is a great name for a chubby baby Dino

Did you settle on a 'he' then

Uchianseron · « **Reply #20 on:** June 16, 2012, 02:44:50 PM »

Guess ill have to ask my mom to make some clothing for him, lol.

Another question:
It has happened twice now that our pleo stops in the middle of an action, when the battery dies.
He wont go to sleep mode, he was able to do this succesfully just once.

This a known issue?

Crewella · « **Reply #21 on:** June 17, 2012, 03:47:54 AM »

I have a Ugobe that just shuts down mid-action when the battery dies, but the RBs all seem to fall asleep. It might be worth resetting the noon clock to see if it works differently when your RB is 'tired'?

kat · « **Reply #22 on:** June 17, 2012, 03:53:40 AM »

You could also try hitting the reset button. A quick reboot of his software might fix it

Crewella · « **Reply #23 on:** June 17, 2012, 08:13:04 AM »

By the way, I worry about the Pleo 'cape' being too tight on the legs as well. $:-\$

He's beautiful, and I love his eyes.

Hope you manage to sort the sleep function.

sina · « **Reply #24 on:** June 17, 2012, 01:04:50 PM »

Hey!

I order my Pleo last week also from the european site ^^ and he is so cute and healthy, I 'll post some photos later.
In my Pleo order says number 33

I love yor Pleo eyes! You 'll be a proud dad!

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