maple classic™ 
maplebots as notification devices
maplebots to remind you to take meds
maplebots as a service
maplebots as plushies that hug back
maplebots as midi controllers ???? one input: noseboops
you can change the color of your maplebot's eyes via the setup menu. you can change the outfit of your maplebot via buying doll clothes online. remember to give maplebot privacy while she changes
a maplebot riding on your shoulder
guide maplebots for visually impaired people who beep at obstacles
letting your maplebot roam free at your office job to go play with your coworkers' maplebots while you work
@squirrel how about as portable hotspot?
@fillertrack well ok but you'll have to convince her with bunny treats
@fillertrack @noelle (besides trev would probably disagree with the "only" >///> )
don't use your maplebot as a wired network router. they will get bored of being tethered down and try to free themselves