Not sure what to gift this year? These 6 AI-powered toys might just save the day

The AI powering so many activities in the workplace and at home for adults is starting to come to children through their toys. Regardless of the potential issues around mixing AI and kids' toys, the fact is that AI toys aren’t a novelty any more, but a growing section of the toy aisle.

They're talking, learning, adapting, and in some cases, dancing to your kid’s playlist. From emotionally intelligent plushies to pocket-sized robot pals with a little sass, here are five AI-powered toys you might want to consider as a holiday gift. You’ll probably want to test them yourself before handing them over.

1. Miko 3

Miko 3 offers children a cheery LED face and AI-fueled delight in answering questions about dinosaurs, quizzing them on vocabulary, and guiding them in short meditations. The $140 robot is somewhere between ...