How to Build a Desktop Companion Robot

I built a tiny desktop companion that reacts to sound, movement, and presence using the M5StickC Plus 2. It doesn’t try to be a smart assistant—it simply exists on your desk and responds to your environment in a subtle, almost human way.

In this video, I’ll show you how to create your own reactive desktop device step by step using the Arduino IDE. From designing simple expressions to programming behavior with sensors, this is more than just an Arduino project—it’s about building something that feels alive.

If you’re into Arduino projects, ESP32 builds, DIY gadgets, or creative tech experiments, this project is a perfect mix of hardware, interaction design, and minimal UI.

⚙️ What You’ll Learn
How to use the M5StickC Plus 2 for interactive projects
Reading sound input and motion sensors
Creating behavior-based reactions
Designing a minimal UI for embedded devices
Building a unique desktop companion

🧰 Requirements
M5StickC Plus 2
USB-C cable
Computer with Arduino IDE

⏳ Timestamps

📌 Introduction – 0:10
📌 Melo - 0:27
📌 Final Thoughts & Next Steps –3:14
🔗 Download & Resources

👉 Download the full project (code + setup guide) : https://proxlightapps.gumroad.com/l/Melo
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