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// Owner's cheat sheet · updated June 2026

Enabot EBO X: Voice Commands & Setup

The EBO X is the little rolling robot that follows you around the house, films in 4K, and — once you turn it on — talks back using a GPT AI assistant. This is the whole thing on one page: the wake word, every command worth knowing, how to set it up the first time, and how to switch on the AI. Plain English, nothing skipped.

Wake wordFollow & moveGPT voice chatAlexa skillsFirst-time setupFirmware = upgrades
For the house 🏠 — we put this together so anyone in the family can talk to the robot without hunting for the manual. Hit the “Print this cheat sheet” button below and stick it on the fridge — the wake word and the chat commands are all most people ever need.

The one thing to remember

“EBO EBO”the wake word
Everything starts here. Say “EBO EBO” (it runs together, like EE-bo EE-bo) and then your command — for example, “EBO EBO, follow me!” The robot listens for that wake word the way an Echo listens for “Alexa.” If it isn't responding, you almost always just need to start with EBO EBO.

Voice commands

Group the commands in your head by what they do: move the robot, talk to the AI, and everyday Alexa stuff. Here they are.

🚶Move & follow
  • EBO EBO, follow me!It tracks you around the house and keeps you centered in the camera.
  • Alexa, Robot stand upRaises the camera up to its tall position.
  • Alexa, Robot sit downLowers back to resting height.
  • Alexa, Robot follow meSame follow mode, asked through Alexa.
  • Alexa, Robot go back to chargeSends it home to the charging base.
🤖Talk to the GPT AI — turn it ON
  • Open ChatGPTAny one of these starts AI chat mode.
  • Switch to ChatGPT mode
  • Start to chat with GPT
  • Turn on GPT
  • Let's chat
  • I want to talk with GPTYou'll hear a “deng” tone and the light glows — now just talk.
Talk to the GPT AI — turn it OFF
  • Exit GPTLeaves AI chat, back to normal.
  • Quit GPT mode
  • Disable GPT
  • Bye GPT
  • Bye byeThe friendly way to end the chat.
🗣Everyday Alexa
  • Alexa, read me a storyBooks, news, audiobooks — it's a full Echo inside.
  • Alexa, speak slowerHandy if it's talking too fast.
  • Alexa, tell me a jokePlus weather, timers, reminders, music.
  • Alexa, what's the weather?All standard Alexa skills work once it's linked.

Note: the Alexa movement commands use a wake name (shown here as “Robot”) that you set when you link Alexa in the app — use whatever name you chose.

Talking to the AI, step by step

This is the headline feature and it's the part people miss, so here's the slow version:

  1. Say a start phrase. “Open ChatGPT” or “Let's chat” both work.
  2. Wait for the signal. EBO X makes a soft “deng” sound and its ambient light glows/pulses. That means the AI is listening.
  3. Just talk. Ask it anything the way you'd ask ChatGPT — questions, ideas, “explain this,” “help me write…” It answers out loud.
  4. End when done. Say “Bye bye” or “Exit GPT” to drop back to normal mode.
Good to know: the AI brain is GPT-4o mini, and it reaches your robot through a firmware update in the app — not a separate purchase. If the start phrases do nothing, your EBO X just needs its update (next section).

→ Full how-to: turn your EBO X into a talking AI assistant — how to switch it on, talk to it well, and the honest limits.

First-time setup

From box to talking robot is five steps. Do them in order and it goes smoothly.

  1. Charge it fully. Set EBO X on its charging base and let it top off before the first run.
  2. Get the app. Install EBO HOME from the Apple App Store or Google Play and make an account. (This is the current app — it covers EBO X and the Air 2 line.)
  3. Pair it to Wi-Fi. In the app tap to add a device, pick EBO X, and join it to your home Wi-Fi. Keep the robot close to the router for this part.
  4. Update the firmware. Open Settings in the app and install any available update. This is what switches on the GPT assistant and the newest features — don't skip it.
  5. Link Alexa (optional). In the app's Alexa section, sign in to your Amazon account. Now the “Alexa…” commands above all work.

Updates ARE the upgrades

People ask what add-ons or accessories make the EBO X smarter. The honest answer: there are no third-party AI add-ons — Enabot keeps the robot locked. The way it gets better is the company pushing free firmware updates over the app (the GPT voice chat being the big one). So the single best upgrade move is also the simplest:

Open EBO HOME → Settings → Firmware every month or so and install whatever's there. That's where every new trick shows up.

The only physical “accessories” are small maintenance parts (charging base, wheels) in the $6–$22 range — useful for upkeep, but they don't change what the robot can do.

Tips & quick fixes

Get an EBO X

The robotEnabot EBO X4K camera, follow-me, GPT voice assistant. Around $999.Check price on Amazon → UpkeepEBO X AccessoriesCharging base, wheels and spare maintenance parts.Check price on Amazon → Smaller / cheaperEnabot EBO Air 2The compact rolling cam if the X is more than you need.Check price on Amazon →

Frequently asked

What's the wake word for the EBO X?
“EBO EBO” (run together). Say it before any command, like “EBO EBO, follow me!”
How do I talk to ChatGPT on it?
Say “Open ChatGPT” or “Let's chat,” wait for the “deng” tone and glow, then just talk. Say “Bye bye” to stop. The brain is GPT-4o mini, delivered by a firmware update.
Which app do I need?
EBO HOME, free on iPhone and Android. It handles pairing, the camera feed, Alexa setup and firmware updates.
Can I add more AI or hardware to it?
No third-party add-ons — it's a closed device. New abilities come only from Enabot's free firmware updates, so keep it current.
Does it work with Alexa?
Yes. Once you link your Amazon account in the app, it's a full Alexa speaker — weather, music, timers, stories, smart-home, plus voice control of the robot.

Want the bigger robot story?

The EBO X is the friendly home edge of a much larger shift. The same AI and motors are now walking the factory floor and the sidewalk:

As an Amazon Associate, RobotNewsToday.com earns from qualifying purchases. Commands and setup reflect Enabot's 2026 documentation for the EBO X; phrasing and features can change with firmware. This is an independent guide and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Enabot.

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