Forget Gen Z: People in their 70s and 80s are some of the earliest Americans to welcome physical AI into their homes and daily routines

Anthony Niemiec, an 88-year-old, uses ElliQ, an AI-powered robot developed by Intuition Robotics, to combat loneliness and assist with daily tasks. The device, designed for proactive interaction, has been adopted by older adults since 2019, contrasting with OpenAI's upcoming AI companion. ElliQ offers features like virtual trips, medication reminders, and social games.