Honda’s ASIMO celebrates 10 years [w/video]

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ASIMO turns 10 – Click above to watch the video after the jump

Sure enough, Honda has been playing with ASIMO for 10 years. To mark the occasion, Honda has rolled out a new website dedicated to the life and times of its humanoid robot. There are baby pictures, adorable stories and even a video or two to sink your teeth into. You know, if you’re into that sort of thing. Of course, ASIMO itself is the result of over a quarter of a century of work on humanoid robot technology that Honda hopes will one day aid in human mobility. Additionally, the Japanese company wants ASIMO to evolve into a robot that can help people in their everyday lives, potentially taking over household chores.

For now, though, ASIMO has been busy meeting heads of state and conducting orchestras. Important work, sure, but meanwhile, General Motors‘ one-year old R2 Robot is headed to outer space to lend a hand or two at the International Space station.

Damn kids.

If you want to check out the Honda ASIMO festivities, head over to the company’s robot-themed site. There’s even an iPhone app available for download. Hit the jump for the press release.

Gallery: Honda History of Humanoid Robotics