Home Depot upgrades its viral 12-foot skeleton with voice tech

The latest iteration of the towering figure integrates technology previously debuted in the 6.5-foot Ultra Skelly, most notably the ability to sync the skeleton’s jaw movements with the user’s voice via a mobile app. Beyond real-time interaction, the new model features 20 distinct LCD eye animations—a significant jump from the eight options introduced two years ago—and the capacity to record up to 30 custom phrases.

Users can manage these features over Bluetooth, allowing for remote interaction with visitors. While the refreshed model arrives at a premium price point, Home Depot is maintaining the classic, non-interactive version of the 12-foot skeleton at its original $299 price. The new collection will appear in physical store locations later this summer.