HYDERABAD, INDIA: Buddibot, a India headquartered developer of web applications focused on remote companionship and compassionate care, today announced the launch of their Buddibot 1.0 service, a subscription-based communication tool designed to keep the distributed families connected, especially the  younger ones with their elder members.

The Buddibot 1.0 software comes with generic reminders, messaging service, playlist manager and memories manager.  It works with WowWee Technologies’ Rovio mobile webcam, a Wi-Fi enabled home explorer that can be controlled remotely from anywhere in the world using a web-enabled device.  Utilizing the Rovio mobile webcam’s omni-directional wheelbase and built-in camera and microphone that stream video and audio, the Buddibot service will allow for remote companionship, support and entertainment.

“We at Buddibot are delighted to be able to bring this state-of-the-art technology to the Indian market to give a new meaning to family relationships’ said  Subbu Machiraju, CEO & co-founder of Buddibot,   “We are committed to bringing families closer and to improving the quality of life for the seniors and their carers alike.”

According to the Helpage society, currently, 11 percent of India’s 80 Million elderly live alone or with non-relatives. By 2025, it is estimated that 25 percent of those over 60 and 40 percent of those over 75 of estimated 198 Million are likely to be living alone and looking forward to companionship and support. World-wide the phenomenon is no different. The Buddibot service is a response to the needs of an aging web-savvy population and families’, desiring to remain connected and close-knit regardless of distance.

Buddibot will be distributing Rovio mobile webcams in India via it’s group company for an approximate retail price of Rs..14,850 / USD 299 via the retailer Reliance Digital and online at www.smartbotsdirect.com.  The Buddibot subscription services are available for Rs..1750 / USD 35 per year.