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Developer builds AI Tamagotchi ahead of Meta
Original: I built an AI Tamagotchi before Meta could
A developer says they built an AI-powered Tamagotchi, a virtual pet driven by artificial intelligence, before Meta could release anything similar. The claim frames the project as a playful but pointed race against the tech giant, which has been exploring AI companion products. Coverage has focused on the ingenuity of the small-scale project and the irony of beating a major company to the concept.
Why now: Curiosity about hobbyists outpacing major tech companies on AI companion gadgets
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- I built an AI Tamagotchi before Meta could · The Verge
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