@verge Does a Star Wars droid that follows you around sound too good to be true? The Piaggio G1T4-M1N1 (“Gita Mini”) is a super cute self-balancing robot that can genuinely carry drinks and doubles as a party speaker, but $2,875 doesn’t buy you anywhere near Astromech-grade smarts! At least we can share the joy of watching a robot faceplant. (BTW, the awesome acappella group is MayTree, check ’em out on YouTube!) #todayimtoyingwith #toys #gadgets #starwars #techtok ♬ original sound – The Verge
Earlier this year, robotics company made headlines with its limited edition G1T4-M1N1, a Star Wars-themed version of its Gitamini cargo robot. Like the original version, the new ‘droid’ follows its user around autonomously while carrying up to 20 pounds of gear, this time chiming in with chirps and beeps reminiscent of R2D2 or BB-8 from the films and sporting a space-age paint job. But at a price of nearly $3,000, does the G1T4-M1N1 work as advertised? The Verge’s Sean Hollister had hands-on time with the G1T4-M1N1, where he took the robot for a spin around the park. The results? Not fantastic. The eager droid had issues navigating simple obstacles, running into furniture, and sometimes simply stopping dead in its tracks while on a stroll.
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The following was originally published May 6, 2025:
Robotics manufacturer Piaggio Fast Forward has released a new spin on its compact cargo carrier just in time for Star Wars day. Designed in collaboration with Lucasfilm, G1T4-M1N1 is a new Star Wars-themed special edition of Piaggio’s Gitamini, which itself is a smaller version of its Gita robot. The Gitamini already looks like something out of a sci-fi universe, using several integrated cameras and sensors to avoid obstacles and follow its owner around on its two prominent wheels.
In addition to a Star Wars-inspired look and name, the G1T4-M1N1 comes with a custom sound bank, meaning audio notifications and alerts will come in the form of beeps and whistles reminiscent of the films’ famous droids. The G1T4-M1N1 can carry up to 20 lbs of gear while getting around at up to 6 mph, adjusting its speed accordingly while following its leader.
While the standard Gitamini costs $2,475, the G1T4-M1N1 will cost a bit extra at $2,875, and is available now.
