Meet 'Dobby': The AI agent that could kill the app economy

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A human dressed up as Dobby the Elf from Harry Potter series during a trans march in Taipei, Taiwan.

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Samsung CMO says AI connects your home, empowers young geniuses, and improves daily life

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Allison Stransky is chief marketing officer at Samsung Electronics America

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The best Amazon Echo devices of 2024

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The best Amazon Echo devices include smart speakers and displays with Alexa built-in.

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What is Dolby Atmos? The surround sound format, explained

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Dolby Atmos uses object-based mixing to spread sound effects in all directions.

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Amazon Echo Show 5 (3rd gen) review: A compact smart display on a budget

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The Echo Show 5 is the smallest Alexa smart display you can buy.

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Smart home speakers are almost dead. Can AI save them?

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Amazon Echo buying guide: Every smart speaker explained to help find which one is right for you

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Amazon's Echo lineup includes multiple smart speakers and displays.

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Amazon Echo Show 10 review: A smart display that can follow you

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The Amazon Echo Show 10 offers a flashy rotating screen that operates with mixed success.

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295+ best Cyber Monday deals that are expiring tonight

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250 Black Friday deals that somehow haven't sold out yet

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