On January 11th, Sony announced the release of a limited edition color version of its iconic robotic pet dog, aibo, named ‘aibo Espresso Edition’. This version features a color change while maintaining the same overall performance as its predecessors, priced at 217,800 yen, with a market launch scheduled for January 16th. The ‘aibo Espresso Edition’ is based on the new model of aibo that was released in 2018, which has significantly improved AI intelligence compared to previous versions and has undergone several minor updates since its debut. This limited edition color for 2023 has been meticulously designed with specific details, such as black foot joints and a specially adjusted eye color for the robotic dog, offering four colors including a unique edition green, which can be set according to the owner’s mood.