The stress of being stuck in traffic or working late while one’s dog or cat waits at home may be eased with Petcube, a new smart camera. Paired with a smartphone app, it lets users watch, talk and play with pets in real time time using a laser pointer.
Source: Sacramento Bee, May 4, 2016.
It’s basically like Skype for you and your pet, but your pet doesn’t have to pick up the phone,” said co-founder Yaroslav Azhnyuk.
INSIGHTS: Fido’s opinion about Petcube may still be out, but it joins Frolicat, Petzi Treat Cam, Whistle, Wag and Voyce in the fast-growing, high-tech pet gadgetry world. It’s likely one or more may comfort clients well.