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Maker Releases Hazel, an Open-Source AI Halloween Candy Dispenser

October 24, 2026 at 23:15 EDT

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Hazel pairs a 3D-printed witch with a talking Halloween candy dispenser. A sonar sensor detects visitors; after a trick-or-treater says “trick or treat,” Claude generates a reply and ElevenLabs handles speech before the machine releases candy.

OCTOBER 2026 · OPEN-SOURCE MAKER BUILD

Hazel turns trick-or-treat into a conversation

A sonar sensor spots visitors, Claude gives the witch her lines and ElevenLabs handles speech before the dispenser releases a treat.

From doorstep to cauldron

Visitor arrives

A sonar sensor detects someone approaching.

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Hazel listens

A speakerphone captures the trick-or-treat request.

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AI responds

Claude generates a reply; ElevenLabs handles speech.

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Candy drops

The Arduino turns the dispenser until a beam detects candy.

Inside the dispenser

TURN-TABLE POCKETS

8 candy pockets

A sensor checks each drop

The slotted turntable moves candy toward a chute. An infrared beam detects when a piece passes through.

What works

The assembled dispenser is reported working, and small snack-size bars fit the chute.

What still needs checking

Oversized packs can jam. Final voice-system checks and a longer run test remain open.

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