What is the Talking Flower?
The Talking Flower is a new gadget from Nintendo, based on a character from Super Mario Bros. Wonder. It talks every half hour, telling you the time, quoting lines from the game, or just saying whatever. But how does it compare to other smart gadgets on the market? Amazon's Echo Dot can also tell you the time and quote lines, but it does so much more, including controlling your smart home devices.
Features and Specs
The Talking Flower has a built-in temperature sensor, which it uses to make small talk about the weather. It also has a button that you can press to silence it. But Google's Nest Mini has a more advanced temperature sensor and can even control your thermostat. The Talking Flower's internal clock allows it to know when to speak, but it's not clear if it connects to external devices.
Comparison to Other Gadgets
So, how does the Talking Flower compare to other gadgets on the market? Alarmo, another non-video game electronic novelty from Nintendo, is an alarm clock that plays sounds and animations from popular video game series. But the Talking Flower is more of a novelty item, whereas Alarmo has a clear purpose. Amazon's Alexa can also entertain you with jokes and quotes, but it's a more comprehensive virtual assistant.