At CES 2025, American tech company Realbotix unveiled its latest innovation, Aria, an AI robot designed to serve as a female companion. Priced at $175,000 (roughly Rs. 1.5 crore), the Aria has “facial expressions” and “realistic human features,” according to CNET.
The robot's appearance is customizable, allowing users to change Aria's face, hairstyle, and hair color. User X featured Aria in a video, stating “ARIA MEET ARIA – THE FEMALE COMPANION ROBOT”.
Realbotix emphasizes Aria's “social intelligence, customizability and realistic human characteristics,” the robot designed for companionship and intimacy. Equipped with 17 motors from the neck up, Aria can simulate mouth and eye movements. Notably, the robot uses RFID tags to recognize different facial attachments, adjusting its behavior to match the personality of the selected head.
Public reaction
Social media reactions to Aria have been mixed, ranging from excited to concerned. Opinions on the launch video varied widely; One user noted, “So much for a conversation, but it's the future of technology, I guess,” while another stated, “Society needs help.” “Oh dang. That's so weird,” said a third user, referring to the Westworld dystopian series.
Some users took a more humorous approach, with one commenting, “Love is not blind. It's expensive and robotic! Another speculated about the future of the technology, suggesting that artificial wombs may soon become the subject of discussion, especially among celebrities.
In a worried comment, one user said, “I thought no man would buy this, but with how much Men Only fans have spent on hoes, I've no doubt there will be plenty of dorks with money to buy this piece of junk.”
Another user said, “It won't be long before we have advanced robotic companions that not only look like pets like cats and dogs, but mimic their behavior so that they are indistinguishable from real animals. This AI-driven robotic pet companion will provide . . , emotional support, and even interactive responses tailored to their owners, making them a seamless part of everyday life.”
Pricing and Options
The Aria will be available in three versions: a base model priced at $10,000, a modular version for $150,000 and a full-stable model with a rolling base for $175,000, as reported by the Hindustan Times.