AI companion robot helps some seniors fight loneliness, but others hate it

Intuition Robotics has introduced ElliQ, an AI-powered companion robot, to help combat loneliness among seniors in New York. The robot engages users in conversations, provides reminders and prompts, and offers learning and wellness programs. While the program has shown the potential for reducing loneliness, there are mixed feelings about the device, with some users finding it helpful and comforting, and others feeling it is intrusive and nagging. Anecdotal evidence suggests that the tools are clearly helpful for some seniors.