A dog or cat is a great companion and can be a big part of your life. Despite all the new technology that connects us, our four-legged friends have been skipped over. What if you could interact with them even if you are away. With Playdate you can play with your beloved little friends from anywhere in the world, via a smart ball and a mobile app. The camera inside the ball captures your pets as well as the environment around them. Control and roll PlayDate's smart ball remotely with your smartphone. You can also attach a play ribbon for cats.

How does it work? PlayDate features a navigation controller and has buttons that trigger actions like playing a 'squeak' or taking a picture/recording video. Similar to a hamster ball, the PlayDate smart ball rolls around wherever you direct it. A stabilized camera inside lets you see all the action in smooth, real-time HD. And, a clear, replaceable outer shell protects the inner workings but allows the camera to see out clearly.

Playdate allows you to play during commute or to check in from your work over break, or even while you are traveling. Pledge $129 on Indiegogo and you can get your own Playdate smart ball.

Source: Indiegogo