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Stuffed plush toys with built-in chatbots are controversial: some see them as a way to limit screen time, others see them as a substitute for parents.

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Toy start-ups are pitching artificially intelligent stuffed animals as the next big thing for kids. These fluffy companions, equipped with chatbots, are designed to carry on conversations, tell stories and answer questions. Some argue these toys can distract children from tablets and TVs.

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