AI Companion Robots for Kids in 2026: What Years of Moxie, Cozmo, and Vector Use Have Taught Us
The pitch for AI companion robots aimed at children has been the same for almost a decade: a small physical character that talks to your kid, plays games.
BubblePal Hands-On: The Line Between Cute and Creepy Just Vanished
I didn’t want to like this thing. Honestly, I really didn’t. When the press release for BubblePal dropped earlier this week, my group chat immediately lit.
Your Kid’s AI Teddy Bear Just Failed the “Don’t Be Creepy” Test
It’s February 2026, and we still haven’t figured out how to make a talking robot that doesn’t accidentally traumatize a five-year-old.
Smart Toys Are Still Dumb (And Creepy)
The holiday hangover is real, and I’m not talking about the eggnog. I’m looking at a pile of plastic in the corner of my living room. It’s January 9th.