After creating a quick sketch of their build plan, Haskins got to work.
First, the YouTuber 3D-printed a rectangular red case for the machine.
Identification is whereChatGPT-4comes in.
YouTuber abe’s projects homemade Pokédex identifies a Raichu shown on a computer screen.Gif:@abetoday / YouTube
Using PlayHT, an AI Voice generator, Haskins cloned Stellates voice from a video clip.
Overall, Haskins Pokedex is one of the best replicas from the show Ive seen.
It is way better than theoriginal 1998 Pokedex toy from Tiger and Hasbro.
The Tiger Pokedexwhich didnt have a camera to identify Pokemonserved as more of a toy encyclopediawith two-frame animation.
Its still a coveted item among Pokemon fans, and I would love to get my hands on one.
Update 2/9/2024, 12:19 p.m.
ET: This post has been updated with additional comment from Haskins.
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