Russian Store Robot 'Syoma' Powers Down After Kicking Customer in Viral Video
A humanoid store robot named Syoma in Saratov, Russia, went viral after seemingly attempting to kick a customer who pushed it. The out-of-control machine continued moving before staff powered it down, sparking humorous online comparisons to 'The Terminator' scene. Scroll below to watch the viral clip.
A humanoid robot stationed at an electronics store in Russia has drawn widespread online attention after appearing to retaliate against a customer who shoved it. The unusual incident, captured on video and subsequently posted on the social media platform Instagram, shows a man in a grey T-shirt approaching the machine and giving it a sudden push.
Within moments, the robot moves one of its legs toward the individual in what looks like an attempt to kick him, catching nearby bystanders by surprise. The video was shared on Instagram by volgastore64. In its caption, volgastore64 said that a robot attacked a customer at the Volga Store electronics store. As per the post, the incident took place at an electronics store in Saratov. Viral Video: Humanoid Robot 'Attends' and Dances at Sandwich Shop Opening in Ujjain.
Humanoid Robot Attacks Customer Who Pushed It in Russian Store
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Escalation and Power Down
"According to eyewitnesses, "Syoma"—the store's tech consultant robot—went out of control and... attempted to attack a customer," the post read. Meanwhile, following the initial reaction, the situation reportedly escalated as the humanoid robot continued moving around the retail floor. According to the post accompanying the footage, store personnel intervened and powered the robot down after it became difficult to control.
Online Reaction and Sci-Fi Comparisons
The brief clip quickly circulated across digital platforms, prompting a wave of humorous commentary from social media users. Many users flooded the comments section with jokes and lighthearted comparisons to science fiction tropes, drawing parallels to fictional cinematic uprisings and scenes from the film "The Terminator".
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