The Gunshellju Haro communications robot is also scheduled to be released to the general public sometime in 2018.
The Gunshellju Haro communications robot is 19 centimeters (7.5 inches) tall and has LED lights in its eyes and mouth to help it simulate a variety of expressions.
Just in time for the CEATEC 2017 technology trade show, Bandai Namco, IBM Japan, and VAIO have joined forces to develop and exhibit a prototype communications robot based on the Haro mascot character from the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise.