A 14-year-old boy with multiple health conditions was given the chance to be the mascot for a football match on Monday -- by using an iPad linked to a specially-designed miniature robot.。
SEE ALSO:This soccer player has started celebrating goals by doing the dances in 'Fortnite' 。The white device in the photo below is known as a "telepresence robot". It was used during a match between Everton FC and Manchester City on Monday night to give Jack McLinden the chance to be the first ever "virtual matchday mascot", according to a story on Everton's official club website. 。
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The robot has a built-in camera, speaker and microphone. The device was linked to McLinden's iPad, allowing him to experience everything as it happened and interact with players via the robot.。
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"We are thrilled that, through No Isolation and Everton Football Club, Jack was able to enjoy this once in a lifetime experience." 。
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