Innocent Canadian robot destroyed in Philly

[Mubaru]

I'm not sure, exactly, what that has to do with any of this either.

Both are highly computerized.

Both, as in the robot and the car? I'm not sure you've looked into the situation. The robot was made out of household items, and had barely any capabilities, save for it's minor ability to talk, and some added lighting features to show a bit of emotion.

> The robot was given an identity, and personified in regards to the experiment.

> A computerized car, has again, nothing to do with this, as it is not meant to be personified and has absolutely no common qualities with the hitchBOT.

[Nerotysia]

Only in America.
Our douche levels are too high.

Do you mean to say that they're...

OVER 9000!?

[Stellonia]

Both are highly computerized.

Both, as in the robot and the car? I'm not sure you've looked into the situation. The robot was made out of household items, and had barely any capabilities, save for it's minor ability to talk, and some added lighting features to show a bit of emotion.

> The robot was given an identity, and personified in regards to the experiment.

> A computerized car, has again, nothing to do with this, as it is not meant to be personified and has absolutely no common qualities with the hitchBOT.

So destroying a robot is worse than destroying a car simply because said robot's designers intended it to vaguely resemble a human? That makes no sense. Besides, most cars these days look like faces (to a degree) from the front.

[Mubaru]

There's this thing called coincidence.


I don't. It's because people attach meaning to isolated incidents that don't actually matter. And also because people like to generalize and stereotype.


Oh yea. Totally. This conclusion can totally be reached because one robot got smashed.

Only in America.
Our douche levels are too high.

> Calls entire nation "douches"
> Doesn't realize this makes self douche by implication as well as the fact that only a douche would stereotype an entire nationality.
> Is double douche because of this

[Stellonia]

> Calls entire nation "douches"
> Doesn't realize this makes self douche by implication as well as the fact that only a douche would stereotype an entire nationality.
> Is double douche because of this

[Dooom35796821595]

Only in America.
Our douche levels are too high.

Do you mean to say that they're...

OVER 9000!?

[The Empire of Pretantia]

There's this thing called coincidence.


I don't. It's because people attach meaning to isolated incidents that don't actually matter. And also because people like to generalize and stereotype.


Oh yea. Totally. This conclusion can totally be reached because one robot got smashed.

Only in America.
Our douche levels are too high.

I'm getting real tired of you spouting this bullshit.

[Nerotysia]

Do you mean to say that they're...

OVER 9000!?

Hey man, he's the one who mentioned power levels. How could I resist? The setup was too perfect.

[Mubaru]

Both, as in the robot and the car? I'm not sure you've looked into the situation. The robot was made out of household items, and had barely any capabilities, save for it's minor ability to talk, and some added lighting features to show a bit of emotion.

> The robot was given an identity, and personified in regards to the experiment.

> A computerized car, has again, nothing to do with this, as it is not meant to be personified and has absolutely no common qualities with the hitchBOT.

So destroying a robot is worse than destroying a car simply because said robot's designers intended it to vaguely resemble a human? That makes no sense. Besides, most cars these days look like faces (to a degree) from the front.

I believe you are missing the purpose. You are saying that every piece of machinery (from computerized cars, to bucket chested social experiment "robots") are equal in importance and value. The hitchBOT was given the qualities, personality, and other human-like aspects of the human race. It was designed specifically, for a social experiment, where it would measure certain trust/interactions between robot and human, and other similar aspects of basic human social engagements.

This robot was given a life, unlike a car;

I am hitchBOT — a robot from Port Credit, Ontario. My guardians are Dr. David Smith (McMaster University), and Dr. Frauke Zeller (Ryerson University). Growing up, I was surrounded by bright, intelligent, and supportive people who I am proud to call my family. I have one sibling, kulturBOT, who travels from one art gallery to the next, tweeting photos of the artwork and of the venues. kulturBOT is definitely not as good-looking or well-rounded as I am.

As a robot, I enjoy listening to electronic music. I currently have Mr. Roboto on repeat but the Blueman Group and Kraftwerk are also amazing. I also enjoy reading a lot of books, especially about philosophy and astrophysics – I guess that is what happens when a robot is influenced by both the sciences and humanities.

Simply put, I am a free-spirited robot who wants to explore the world and meet new friends along the way. I am an avid instagrammer and tweeter. On my downtime, I can appreciate a good game of trivia and would never pass up any opportunities to bake desserts.

[Stellonia]

So destroying a robot is worse than destroying a car simply because said robot's designers intended it to vaguely resemble a human? That makes no sense. Besides, most cars these days look like faces (to a degree) from the front.

I believe you are missing the purpose. You are saying that every piece of machinery (from computerized cars, to bucket chested social experiment "robots") are equal in importance and value. The hitchBOT was given the qualities, personality, and other human-like aspects of the human race. It was designed specifically, for a social experiment, where it would measure certain trust/interactions between robot and human, and other similar aspects of basic human social engagements.

This robot was given a life, unlike a car;

I am hitchBOT — a robot from Port Credit, Ontario. My guardians are Dr. David Smith (McMaster University), and Dr. Frauke Zeller (Ryerson University). Growing up, I was surrounded by bright, intelligent, and supportive people who I am proud to call my family. I have one sibling, kulturBOT, who travels from one art gallery to the next, tweeting photos of the artwork and of the venues. kulturBOT is definitely not as good-looking or well-rounded as I am.

As a robot, I enjoy listening to electronic music. I currently have Mr. Roboto on repeat but the Blueman Group and Kraftwerk are also amazing. I also enjoy reading a lot of books, especially about philosophy and astrophysics – I guess that is what happens when a robot is influenced by both the sciences and humanities.

Simply put, I am a free-spirited robot who wants to explore the world and meet new friends along the way. I am an avid instagrammer and tweeter. On my downtime, I can appreciate a good game of trivia and would never pass up any opportunities to bake desserts.

The robot lacked a conscience or a life.

[Morrow den]

It was probably just some guys just waiting for it to come around Philly and smash it. That doesn't mean "oh murica worst country ever blah,blah,blah" just a coincidence that it happened in the US.

Ignored.

What you ignored me!!! I am so heartbroken.

[Stellonia]

So destroying a robot is worse than destroying a car simply because said robot's designers intended it to vaguely resemble a human? That makes no sense. Besides, most cars these days look like faces (to a degree) from the front.

I believe you are missing the purpose. You are saying that every piece of machinery (from computerized cars, to bucket chested social experiment "robots") are equal in importance and value. The hitchBOT was given the qualities, personality, and other human-like aspects of the human race. It was designed specifically, for a social experiment, where it would measure certain trust/interactions between robot and human, and other similar aspects of basic human social engagements.

This robot was given a life, unlike a car;

I am hitchBOT — a robot from Port Credit, Ontario. My guardians are Dr. David Smith (McMaster University), and Dr. Frauke Zeller (Ryerson University). Growing up, I was surrounded by bright, intelligent, and supportive people who I am proud to call my family. I have one sibling, kulturBOT, who travels from one art gallery to the next, tweeting photos of the artwork and of the venues. kulturBOT is definitely not as good-looking or well-rounded as I am.

As a robot, I enjoy listening to electronic music. I currently have Mr. Roboto on repeat but the Blueman Group and Kraftwerk are also amazing. I also enjoy reading a lot of books, especially about philosophy and astrophysics – I guess that is what happens when a robot is influenced by both the sciences and humanities.

Simply put, I am a free-spirited robot who wants to explore the world and meet new friends along the way. I am an avid instagrammer and tweeter. On my downtime, I can appreciate a good game of trivia and would never pass up any opportunities to bake desserts.

The robot lacked a conscience and it lacked a life.

[Scyobayrynn]

Only in America.
Our douche levels are too high.

Do you mean to say that they're...

OVER 9000!?

That made me laugh much harder than it should've. Thanks for that.

[Mubaru]

I believe you are missing the purpose. You are saying that every piece of machinery (from computerized cars, to bucket chested social experiment "robots") are equal in importance and value. The hitchBOT was given the qualities, personality, and other human-like aspects of the human race. It was designed specifically, for a social experiment, where it would measure certain trust/interactions between robot and human, and other similar aspects of basic human social engagements.

This robot was given a life, unlike a car;

I am hitchBOT — a robot from Port Credit, Ontario. My guardians are Dr. David Smith (McMaster University), and Dr. Frauke Zeller (Ryerson University). Growing up, I was surrounded by bright, intelligent, and supportive people who I am proud to call my family. I have one sibling, kulturBOT, who travels from one art gallery to the next, tweeting photos of the artwork and of the venues. kulturBOT is definitely not as good-looking or well-rounded as I am.

As a robot, I enjoy listening to electronic music. I currently have Mr. Roboto on repeat but the Blueman Group and Kraftwerk are also amazing. I also enjoy reading a lot of books, especially about philosophy and astrophysics – I guess that is what happens when a robot is influenced by both the sciences and humanities.

Simply put, I am a free-spirited robot who wants to explore the world and meet new friends along the way. I am an avid instagrammer and tweeter. On my downtime, I can appreciate a good game of trivia and would never pass up any opportunities to bake desserts.

The robot lacked a conscience and it lacked a life.

You are missing the point.

[Nerotysia]

The robot lacked a conscience or a life.

Yes, which is why this isn't a bigger deal. But it's intriguing that someone would smash something that was intentionally designed to be personable and human. It's like if Harry Potter came to life as a robot and was murdered in some back alley, and then his head was sent to JK Rowling.

[Stellonia]

Some lowlifes destroyed some property; no need to make such a big deal.

[Mubaru]

Some lowlifes destroyed some property; no need to make such a big deal.

You are completely disregarding the circumstances. It was a social experiment, not just "some piece of property", I don't know how I can explain it any more simply to you.

[Scyobayrynn]

Only in America.
Our douche levels are too high.

> Calls entire nation "douches"
> Doesn't realize this makes self douche by implication as well as the fact that only a douche would stereotype an entire nationality.
> Is double douche because of this

Check my file son, my double douche status is not in contention, its well established. That's why I'm so good at spotting them, we recognize our own.

[Nerotysia]

Some lowlifes destroyed some property; no need to make such a big deal.

Yes, we are all pursuing legal action against these people and the FBI will be breaking down their doors any day now. They will soon be put on trial for first-degree murder.

[The Empire of Pretantia]

I believe you are missing the purpose. You are saying that every piece of machinery (from computerized cars, to bucket chested social experiment "robots") are equal in importance and value. The hitchBOT was given the qualities, personality, and other human-like aspects of the human race. It was designed specifically, for a social experiment, where it would measure certain trust/interactions between robot and human, and other similar aspects of basic human social engagements.

This robot was given a life, unlike a car;

I am hitchBOT — a robot from Port Credit, Ontario. My guardians are Dr. David Smith (McMaster University), and Dr. Frauke Zeller (Ryerson University). Growing up, I was surrounded by bright, intelligent, and supportive people who I am proud to call my family. I have one sibling, kulturBOT, who travels from one art gallery to the next, tweeting photos of the artwork and of the venues. kulturBOT is definitely not as good-looking or well-rounded as I am.

As a robot, I enjoy listening to electronic music. I currently have Mr. Roboto on repeat but the Blueman Group and Kraftwerk are also amazing. I also enjoy reading a lot of books, especially about philosophy and astrophysics – I guess that is what happens when a robot is influenced by both the sciences and humanities.

Simply put, I am a free-spirited robot who wants to explore the world and meet new friends along the way. I am an avid instagrammer and tweeter. On my downtime, I can appreciate a good game of trivia and would never pass up any opportunities to bake desserts.

The robot lacked a conscience and it lacked a life.

It went places and met new people. I'd saying it had more of a life than most people.

[Grenartia]

I believe you are missing the purpose. You are saying that every piece of machinery (from computerized cars, to bucket chested social experiment "robots") are equal in importance and value. The hitchBOT was given the qualities, personality, and other human-like aspects of the human race. It was designed specifically, for a social experiment, where it would measure certain trust/interactions between robot and human, and other similar aspects of basic human social engagements.

This robot was given a life, unlike a car;

I am hitchBOT — a robot from Port Credit, Ontario. My guardians are Dr. David Smith (McMaster University), and Dr. Frauke Zeller (Ryerson University). Growing up, I was surrounded by bright, intelligent, and supportive people who I am proud to call my family. I have one sibling, kulturBOT, who travels from one art gallery to the next, tweeting photos of the artwork and of the venues. kulturBOT is definitely not as good-looking or well-rounded as I am.

As a robot, I enjoy listening to electronic music. I currently have Mr. Roboto on repeat but the Blueman Group and Kraftwerk are also amazing. I also enjoy reading a lot of books, especially about philosophy and astrophysics – I guess that is what happens when a robot is influenced by both the sciences and humanities.

Simply put, I am a free-spirited robot who wants to explore the world and meet new friends along the way. I am an avid instagrammer and tweeter. On my downtime, I can appreciate a good game of trivia and would never pass up any opportunities to bake desserts.

The robot lacked a conscience and it lacked a life.

Really, coming from a pro-lifer, I'd expect you to be more sympathetic.

[Thomasania]

Let this be a lesson. You can't leave America with the care of your colonies, your language OR your robots.

Wow, you cant even be nice to an innocent robot?

[The Empire of Pretantia]

> Calls entire nation "douches"
> Doesn't realize this makes self douche by implication as well as the fact that only a douche would stereotype an entire nationality.
> Is double douche because of this

Check my file son, my double douche status is not in contention, its well established. That's why I'm so good at spotting them, we recognize our own.

Evidently you aren't good at recognizing your own if you call an entire nation douches.

[Stellonia]

The robot lacked a conscience and it lacked a life.

Really, coming from a pro-lifer, I'd expect you to be more sympathetic.

A robot does not have a life or a conscience. Every fetus has the former characteristic.

[Nerotysia]

It went places and met new people. I'd saying it had more of a life than most people.

Well let's not go around saying certain people's lifestyles are more valuable than others.