Meet Doly - Your New Robotic Best Friend

Doly's advanced edge sensors are your guardian angels. They ensure Doly glides through any environment with confidence, effortlessly avoiding falls and mishaps. Explore without limits, as Doly's smart sensors keep every adventure secure. 

Doly is always on the go and you do not need to worry about charging him. Also, you will not need a device constantly to interact with Doly. A built-in computer with Linux operating system is taking care of everything for you. Doly offers a hassle-free experience that makes it easy to incorporate into your daily routine.

 

Doly is more than just a robot that follows you around. With his remote control feature, Doly can explore and show you the world from his point of view. You can see everything that Doly sees through his eyes, making it an exciting way to discover new places or simply explore your surroundings. You can also customize Doly’s arm led color and position to match your preferences, making it truly unique. Additionally, controlling Doly remotely can also help you improve your driving skills and maneuvering abilities. All you need is a mobile device to take control and start exploring with Doly.

Discover the only robot blending companionship, coding, and robotics! Experience the joy of Doly, appealing to the whole family!

Doly is an autonomous robot designed for simplicity and user-friendliness. You don't need any additional devices or coding skills to interact with Doly. The programming interface and robotics options are simply additional features for those who are interested, but they are not necessary for everyday use.

Does Doly Focus on Just One Feature Like Other Companions?

Absolutely not. Doly is much more than a simple robot rolling around displaying basic animations. It is designed to be a well-rounded companion that offers entertainment, education, and social interaction. With Doly, you don’t have to choose between features, you get an all-in-one companion that evolves with you.

Can I Truly Customize Doly?

Yes, Doly takes customization to the next level. While other robots limit you to surface-level changes like basic accessories or clothing, Doly is fully open-hardware, open-design. This means you're not just changing his look; you're potentially redesigning his capabilities to suit your needs.

Is Doly Really Private and Secure?

Absolutely. In a world where digital privacy is a major concern, Doly stands apart. Unlike many robots that rely on cloud processing, potentially exposing your data, Doly performs all his operations locally. This means no unwarranted watching, listening, or sharing of your personal information with third parties. With Doly, you're not just bringing home a robot; you're ensuring a safe, private environment for yourself and your family.

I See Educational Robots That Are Either Too Complex or Too Simplistic. What's Doly's Angle?

Doly offers the best of both worlds; a balanced, integrated experience for both hardware and software. It’s a versatile platform that invites you to engage in multiple applications, from simple tasks to complex projects. And it’s not just a 'bundle of tech'; it's a companion with character.

How Flexible is Doly’s Hardware?

Need more RAM? Additional servos? Doly’s open architecture lets you tailor his hardware features according to your specific needs and projects.

Why an Open Source Robot? Is It Really the First of Its Kind?

There have been many open robot projects, but Doly is the first companion robot in the market that offers AI, robotics  and education. We believe in community-driven innovation, and Doly's open hardware and open design nature invites you to tweak, modify, and even improve upon his original.

Full Transparency with Doly

Our commitment to transparency is unwavering, and we invite you to explore every aspect of our project. Curious about our costs, electronics, or open-source methodology? All the details are readily available in our beta repository on GitHub, where it has been accessible for over a year. Your trust is paramount, and we ensure it by keeping no secrets about Doly's development. Please don't hesitate to visit our GitHub page.

Doly isn't just another robot; it's an open canvas for your imagination and a companion that grows with your skills. With your support in this crowdfunding campaign, we can redefine what personal robotics can be. Thank you for being a part of this exciting journey! 

With Doly, the possibilities are truly limitless. Our revolutionary friend empowers you to bring your imagination to life. One of the remarkable features of Doly is his communication and IO ports, which provide you with an incredible opportunity to create custom add-on parts. You have the freedom to design and implement your own unique enhancements, tailoring Doly to suit your specific needs and preferences.

Create captivating animations with 3D models. Instantly download and print ready-made models or design your own. Unleash your imagination and bring your animations to life with Doly’s innovative features. From cute companions to functional attachments, our community library offers a quick and convenient solution. Get ready to make your animations truly amazing and let your creativity shine with Doly!

We're excited to showcase a unique feature of Doly – Magnetic Hands! These hands are designed to easily attach and detach accessories, making customization a breeze. Whether it's adding tools, gadgets, or creative extensions, Doly's magnetic hands open up a world of possibilities. We believe this feature will spark your creativity, allowing you to explore and experiment in ways you've never imagined.

Doly is your perfect companion for learning coding fundamentals and developing STEM skills. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced programmer, our platform makes coding enjoyable with Blockly. For advanced programming options, Doly supports languages like C, C++, and Python. Explore the world of coding with Doly and unlock your full programming potential.

Doly's heart, powered by Raspberry Pi, makes it possible to access millions of coding tutorials and examples, providing a wealth of resources to help you learn to program and develop your skills. Whether you're just starting to learn to code or are an experienced programmer, Doly is the perfect friend to help you along the way.

Doly is a unique and innovative companion robot. What sets Doly apart from other robots in the market is that it is based on open design and open hardware. This means that users have the freedom to customize and modify the robot according to their needs and preferences.

As we develop Doly, we're committed to embracing the spirit of open source. We believe in empowering our community with the freedom to customize and innovate by power of open hardware and open design, while also ensuring Doly's sustainable growth. While our hardware is open for community use, it's important to note that we don't completely align with the Open Source Hardware Association (OSHW) philosophy. 

By sharing knowledge and working together, the possibilities for Doly’s development are endless.

The Raspberry Pi powered Doly is not just any ordinary companion robot, it is a unique platform that offers flexibility for upgrades. The hardware architecture of Doly makes it easy for users to customize the robot to fit their needs. With many Raspberry Pi Compute Module variants available, developers can choose the model that best fits their needs. This means that Doly can be upgraded to have more RAM and storage options, allowing for the development of more complicated and powerful programs.

Eyes are the most unique parts of Doly and why keep it same all the time! Among many color options available you can easily change his eye color. And of course, Doly changes them via voice control in the blink of an eye!

You can choose to create an elegant and charismatic or more playful and bright looks for your Doly by switching track colors manually. From lava red to azure blue, Doly has a large selection of wardrobe that can be combined with the arm led colors.

Note: Add-on tracks will only include 4 color of pairs. (Blue, Pink, Yellow, Green)

Doly has no limits and offering more than you expect with a large variety of selection of eye styles. It only takes seconds to alter the iris shapes and background colors and achieve the ultimate eye-catching design.

Every interaction with Doly should feel personal and engaging. That’s why we've integrated a variety of voice models into Doly's design. Doly can speak in the tone that you feel most comfortable and connected with. It's not just about functionality; this is the way.

One of the most exciting features of Doly is the ability to customize it using 3D printing technology. With a little creativity and some knowledge of 3D design, you can create custom parts that perfectly fit your vision for Doly. Whether you want to add a unique aesthetic touch, improve functionality, or create a completely new feature, the possibilities are endless. With Doly and 3D printing technology, the only limit is your imagination.

With access to 3D printing technology and open-design, users can print out all the necessary parts for Doly, including the body, arms, and tracks. This provides an opportunity to create a truly unique and personalized robot that reflects the user’s individual style and taste. Overall, 3D printing technology provides endless possibilities for customization and creativity with Doly.

Your privacy matters for us and Doly keeps your files secure with an internal storage. By processing AI algorithms locally your personal data will not be sent to a cloud. Doly has an embedded processing power that handles the AI operation on the edge, with offline work capability.

Doly has advanced stereo ToF sensors that easily detect surrounding obstacles. These sensors generate critical data, allowing for seamless navigation and rapid movement in any space.

Doly's array of I/O connection ports is your gateway to endless innovation. Developers and makers, amplify Doly's potential, crafting new features and fine-tuning with ease. Dive into limitless possibilities – expand, enhance, and elevate your Doly experience.

You do not need an application to interact with Doly. However, some features require application, such as graphical programing. This application also allows you to manage setting options, access to all features available and identify new users. Doly app will be available to download on App and Play store.

Doly continuously evolves with free lifetime over-the-air (OTA) software updates. These updates, delivered seamlessly via Wi-Fi, constantly bring new features and improve existing ones. Watch as Doly grows and enhances each day, without any subscription. 

We've always been committed to respecting and prioritizing your privacy, which is why Doly was initially designed serverless. However, we've heard your numerous requests loud and clear. You've asked for ChatGPT integration, and we're thrilled to let you know that we're actively working on making this a reality!

While we are cautious about overpromising, we are exploring ways to bring ChatGPT's capabilities to Doly in a manner that aligns with our core privacy values. This potential integration could open up a new realm of interactive and engaging experiences with Doly.

Doly boasts a vast array of eye expressions, each one generated in real-time rather than being pre-recorded animations. This dynamic approach allows for an endless variety of expressions, offering limitless possibilities in visual communication.