Sony launches a £60 carrying strap for its robotic dog Aibo

The idea of a robotic dog that you can carry on your chest like a baby may sound like a concept from the latest episode of Black Mirror. But the idea has become a reality with the launch of Sony's latest accessory for its robotic dog, Aibo. The tech giant has unveiled the'Aibo Thong' – a 9,790 yen (£63) carrying strap designed to allow owners to hold their robo-dog while they're out and about. 'We propose a new lifestyle to all people who live with aibo with a carrying strap that pays attention to details so that you can hold it safely and comfortably,' Sony explained. Sony has unveiled the'Aibo Thong' – a 9,790 yen (£63) carrying strap designed to allow owners to hold their robo-dog while they're out and about Aibo is Sony's robotic dog, which costs an eye-watering £2,145, and features artificial intelligence technology.