A telepresence robot is useful when it is stable, quiet and easy to join from a browser.
A telepresence robot is useful when it is stable, quiet and easy to join from a browser. The robot does not need advanced autonomy at first. It needs reliable video, clear audio, smooth low-speed driving and a way to recover when Wi-Fi drops.
Use an old phone or tablet as the video head and let the base focus on motion.
Use an old phone or tablet as the video head and let the base focus on motion. Keep the center of gravity low, cap speed indoors and add a physical mute or privacy indicator so people know when the robot is active.