Ubi voice-controlled Android device up for pre-sale

The Ubi (short for ubiquitous computer) ended its successful Kickstarter campaign back in September but it’s not too late to pre-order. The company is accepting pre-orders at the discounted price of $219. The normal price will be $269 when it launches in April, 2013. If you can’t get enough of Robin, Iris and countless other voice activated assistance then you might want to jump on Ubi. They will even cut you a deal if purchasing multiple devices.

Full Press Release after the break

TORONTO, Ontario (November 1, 2012) – Unified Computer Intelligence Corporation is happy to announce the availability of pre-orders of the Ubi – a voice controlled computer that plugs into a standard power outlet and connects to the Internet via a household or office wifi connection. The Ubi is meant to usher in the era of “ubiquitous computing” – when humans will be able to interact with computers without requiring the use of screens or handheld input devices. Early uses of the Ubi include Internet search, email, speakerphone, intercom, and home automation and monitoring.

The Ubi is equipped with temperature, humidity, air pressure and ambient light sensors to provide feedback on the environment around it. Also onboard the Ubi are stereo speakers, a microphone, and bright multi-colored LED indicator lights. Those using the Ubi will be able to program and control it remotely and with their iOS and Android devices. The Ubi is planned to ship with Android OS.

Those wishing to pre-order the Ubi are encouraged to visit www.theubi.com. The Ubi is planned to ship in April 2013. Single Ubis are available at a pre-order price of $219 and $1399 for a ten-pack of Ubis. Once the Ubi becomes available for shipment, the regular price of a single Ubi will be $269.

The Ubi team consists of developers with backgrounds in engineering and computer science. Their cumulative experience includes working on tele-operation, robotics, haptics, voice recognition and unmanned vehicle projects. Unified Computer Intelligence Corporation is a privately-held Canadian company that develops ubiquitous computing technology.