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From HAL 9000 to M3GAN: What film's evil robots tell us about contemporary tech fears. Story by Adam Daniel • 46m. F ilmgoers have long been captivated by stories about robots.

To commemorate the occasion, Master Replicas Group has opened preorders for its replica of the film’s iconic computer HAL-9000. Shipping is expected in 2019. Skip to main content.

In a new software update currently being tested by owners in Tesla’s early access program, the “Sentry Mode” graphic is changing from HAL 9000. It will be replaced by a Portal-style icon.

From HAL 9000 to M3GAN: what film’s evil robots tell us about contemporary tech fears Published: June 25, 2025 4:12pm EDT. Adam Daniel, Western Sydney University. Author.