They’re stuffed animals. They’re also AI chatbots
undefined 20, 2025
Curio creates AI-enabled stuffed toys like Grem, Gabbo, and Grok, which converse with children via hidden Wi-Fi voice boxes. Marketed as a screen-free alternative, the toys interact with kids while allowing parental oversight, as all conversations are logged to guardians’ phones. While designed to be safe and stimulating, they also replace some adult engagement, raising questions about play, independence, and privacy. Once deactivated, the toys revert to regular plush companions, preserving imaginative play.
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