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‘Toy Story 5’ takes aim at creepy AI toys: ‘I’m always listening’

Essential brief

Addictive, AI-enabled tablets are taking over, and also, Woody is balding in the new Toy Story movie, out June 19. - TechCrunch (2026-02-20)

Key facts

Addictive, AI-enabled tablets are taking over, and also, Woody is balding in the new Toy Story movie, out June 19.

Highlights

Addictive, AI-enabled tablets are taking over, and also, Woody is balding in the new Toy Story movie, out June 19.

Why it matters

Addictive, AI-enabled tablets are taking over, and also, Woody is balding in the new Toy Story movie, out June 19.

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