If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own personal droid, this might be the closest thing yet. This Star Wars-inspired cargo robot will carry your stuff and follow you around.
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G1T4-M1N1 (pronounced Gita Mini) is a new autonomous cargo robot from Piaggio Fast Forward, and it’s turning heads for more than just its utility. With a design clearly inspired by Star Wars, the robot blends sci-fi aesthetics with practical functionality. It’s designed to follow people around and carry their belongings, making it feel like a friendly sidekick straight out of a galaxy far, far away.
The robot uses computer vision and AI to identify and follow its user, navigating streets and sidewalks autonomously. It doesn’t rely on GPS; instead, it learns to track movement visually, making it suitable for pedestrian environments like urban areas or campuses. It can carry up to 9 kg (20 lbs) of cargo and moves at a walking pace, matching its owner’s speed.
G1T4-M1N1 is also voice-activated and can communicate through a display of lights and sounds. While it doesn’t speak in beeps like R2-D2, it definitely channels the droid spirit in how it interacts.
The nod to Star Wars is obvious and intentional. And with its eye-catching design and practical application, G1T4-M1N1 has already started drawing attention online, proving that the future of personal robotics might be a little more fun (and cinematic) than expected.
“G1T4-M1N1, is a friendly, dependable, and eager-to-please helper Droid who is ready to assist you. G1T4-M1N1 is equipped with cameras and sensors that allow it to identify its leader and follow them with ease. It has a cargo bin that can hold up to 20lb of gear, making it the perfect sidekick to help you take on your day (or follow you into battle).”
The G1T4-M1N1 is available on the company’s website and retails at $2,875
