The companion that keeps your loved ones active, healthy, and connected

With the elderly population doubling by 2050, PIX-E is the AI-powered robotic buddy that combats loneliness and promotes vitality through natural conversation and gentle activity guidance.

The Growing Crisis

Our aging population faces an unprecedented loneliness epidemic that directly impacts health and longevity.

By 2050

The elderly population will double, straining healthcare systems worldwide

1 in 3

Elderly Experience

Chronic loneliness, leading to rapid cognitive and physical decline

The challenge? As social circles shrink and mobility decreases, staying active becomes difficult without support.

That's where PIX-E steps in—helping your loved ones stay independent, active, and engaged at home.

Meet PIX-E

An approachable robotic companion that keeps your loved ones active, engaged, and connected—without feeling like a monitoring device.

Natural Voice Conversation

Gentle Activity Nudges

Throughout the day, PIX-E suggests activities based on weather, time, and personal preferences.

Community Connection

Discover local events, reconnect with friends on the platform, and build new social connections.

Privacy-First Design

PIX-E respects personal space with privacy mode and never feels like constant monitoring.

Why PIX-E is Different

Unlike monitoring devices or assistive tech, PIX-E is designed to be a companion—cute, approachable, and engaging. It's not a human replacement, but a friendly buddy that gently encourages healthier, more active living.

What PIX-E Will Do

We're building a comprehensive robotic companion powered by cutting-edge AI and hardware. Here's what PIX-E will offer to support active, healthy aging.

Wake Word Activation

Simply say "Hey PIX-E" to start a conversation. PIX-E listens only when called, respecting your privacy.

AI-Powered Conversation

Handle any request or topic naturally through voice. No screens, no buttons—just natural conversation.

Smart Activity Suggestions

Get personalized activity recommendations based on weather, time of day, and your preferences.

Community Centre Integration

PIX-E partners directly with local community centres to surface the right event for you, and arranges everything end-to-end—from the suggestion to booking transport if you need it.

Friend Connections

Stay connected with friends on the platform and get suggestions for meetups.

Customize Your PIX-E

Customize the look of PIX-E to fit your home and your heart.

Cognitive Games

Keep your mind sharp with fun, interactive cognitive games tailored to your interests.

Smart Activity Detection

PIX-E learns your routines and provides smarter, more subtle nudges at the right moments.

Standalone Operation

Currently in Development

Our team is actively building and refining PIX-E's prototype. We're combining advanced AI, natural voice interaction, and thoughtful hardware design to create a companion that truly makes a difference in elderly care.

Note: Platform features like community event discovery and friend connections are planned for future releases as we build out the PIX-E ecosystem.

The Team

Three robotics engineers based in the Netherlands with deep expertise in AI, hardware, and systems. United by a passion for solving real-world problems.

Chandran Nandkumar

Co-Founder & AI Engineer

Robotics & AI engineer. Built voice AI journaling app Unspool. Full-time engineer at robotics startup.

Jacek Kulik

Co-Founder & Robotics Engineer

MSc in Computer Science with AI & robotics specialization. Expert in conversational AI and system integration.

Thijs Prakken

Co-Founder & Electrical Engineer

Main electrical engineer at robotics startup. Expert in embedded systems & hardware.

Why We're Building PIX-E

We've all witnessed the loneliness and decline of our own grandparents. With our deep expertise in robotics, AI, and hardware, we're uniquely positioned to create a solution that truly makes a difference. PIX-E is our mission to help millions of elders live healthier, more engaged lives.

Join the Waitlist

Be among the first to bring PIX-E home. Sign up to stay updated on our launch and get early access pricing.

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