Chris Paxton(@chris_j_paxton):Actually it's a safety feature for a home robot to not have legs. Because it cannot handle stairs, when it (inevitably) rebels, it will not be able to stab you in your sleep. you will get a chance to look it in the eye when you come downstairs for your morning coffee.

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Chris Paxton@chris_j_paxton

2026.08.04 15:40

Actually it's a safety feature for a home robot to not have legs. Because it cannot handle stairs, when it (inevitably) rebels, it will not be able to stab you in your sleep. you will get a chance to look it in the eye when you come downstairs for your morning coffee.