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YouTuber Creates Functional Pokédex Replica Using AI

Abe Haskins, known as Abe's Projects, has successfully built a working Pokédex, drawing praise from Pokémon enthusiasts.

  • A YouTuber named Abe Haskins, also known as Abe's Projects, has created a working replica of the Pokédex from the Pokémon series using ChatGPT and 3D printing technology.
  • The device is capable of identifying Pokémon through a camera and provides information via an AI-generated voice, mimicking the original Pokédex's functionality.
  • Despite facing challenges such as software bugs and hardware fragility, Haskins successfully replicated the Pokédex's appearance and voice, although not perfectly.
  • The project has garnered significant attention and praise from Pokémon fans, though Haskins has no plans to sell the models, aiming instead to inspire others to undertake their own projects.
  • The Pokédex replica is considered one of the best fan-made versions, surpassing the original 1998 toy in terms of functionality.
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