Glimpse: Man's best friend, forever? We may love robot dogs as much as the real thing

This same connection is seen in Sparky, the fifth episode of Glimpse, a new original sci-fi series from Futurism Studios (a division of Futurism LLC) and DUST. Scientists have long understood the psychological benefits of computerized companions. Studies have shown they can help combat loneliness among the elderly, motivate students in isolated communities, and even improve symptoms in dementia patients. Still, despite all of this research, one big question remains: are robotic pets as good as the real thing? The robots of yesteryear clearly were not.