UIT takes AI into the home with Message Buddies
Computer interaction is about to get a whole lot noisier with United Internet Technologies unveiling its line of animatronic, talking Instant Message Buddies this month. The first two SKUs of 'brilliant toys' - nine-inch licensed Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck plush figures - are designed to sit atop one's computer and repeat one of 150 phrases when triggered by instant messaging programs. The toys, which sell for US$19.95 each, are debuting now at most major toy stores after a month-long AOL e-tail exclusive.
January 8, 2003
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