In November 2017, Silas's Reach Robotics launched into the retail mass markets after successful pitch of MekaMon unit - a first - a gaming robot with AR capabilities - to Apple.
In an interview with Business Insider SSA, Silas had said the “pitch formed an instant connection as its products now sit proudly on Apple Store shelves across the UK and the US, and shipping to some European countries.”
When checked on Apple and Play stores, the MekaMon app is still available as at Tuesday, September 10th.
Why Silas shut down Reach Robotics
In a LinkedIn post on Tuesday, September 3rd, Silas attributed the closure to an “inherent challenges in the consumer robotics sector”.
“Over the past six years, we have taken on this challenge with consistent passion and ingenuity. From the first trials of development to accelerators and funding rounds, we have fought to bring MekaMon to life and into the hands of the next generation of tech pioneers.
“Unfortunately, for Reach Robotics, in its current form at least, today marks the end of that journey," he said in a note.
What's next on Silas Adekunle's table
The Nigerian-born robotics guru said he will continue to develop games for the education sector in the non-consumer sector.
“Following some travel and much-needed rest, the journey will continue in the Non-consumer Robotics sector and the STEM Education sector,” he said.
Behind fame, Silas told Business Insider SSA that starting a business is naturally a huge challenge, especially in the robotics industry.
